With the combined expertise of Larsen Marine and Bay Marine, we offer a complete range of boating services across our two locations—ensuring every aspect of your vessel’s care is covered. Call for details: 847-336-2628
Services
Mechanical
Electronics
Paint & Fiberglass
Rigging
Carpentry
Sail Services

Mechanical
Bay Marine Chicago proudly delivers premier mechanical repair services to meet the full spectrum of your marine engine needs. Our highly trained technicians specialize in diagnosing, servicing, and rebuilding both gasoline and diesel powerplants—from routine maintenance to complex overhauls and advanced system troubleshooting. We are experts in sterndrive and IPS/pod propulsion systems and are certified to service virtually every major system operating on the Great Lakes.
Our team is experienced with Mercury Zeus/Cummins packages, Seakeeper stabilization systems, and all product lines under IMTRA. From classic carbureted two-stroke outboards and mechanical diesel engines to the latest generation Mercury and Volvo marine technology, we have the expertise to handle it all. With a commitment to precision, efficiency, and reliability, we ensure your vessel is returned to you performing at its best—so you can get back on the water with total confidence.
Gas Engine Service, Diesel Engine Repair, Engine Overhauls, System Diagnostics, Sterndrive Service, IPS/Pod Service, Zeus/Cummins Service, Seakeeper Service, Running Gear Repair, Outboard Repair/Maintenance, Mechanical Diesel Service Repair and Service, Yacht Ownership/Maintenance Advisement.
Mercury, Mercruiser, Volvo Penta, Cummins, Yamaha, Yanmar, Fischer Panda.
Mercury Marine, Yamaha Motor Corporation, Volvo Penta, Cummins Inc., Caterpillar Inc., Garmin Ltd., Raymarine, Navico Group, Simrad Yachting, Seakeeper, Sleipner Group, ZF Friedrichshafen AG, IMTRA Corporation, Dometic Group, Westerbeke Corporation, Kohler Co., Detroit Diesel, Suzuki Marine, Honda Marine, Evinrude, Johnson Outboards.

Electronics
We are committed to keeping you well equipped to handle any situation on the water. Whether venturing out to the deep or navigating a crowded harbor, we aim to ensure that you can rely on your onboard electronics to keep you safe, comfortable, and confident out on the water.
Bay Marine Chicago provides professional marine electronics installation and system repair services tailored to modern vessels. Our certified technicians are trained across all major manufacturers and bring extensive hands-on experience with navigation, communication, monitoring, and fully integrated onboard systems. We are also experienced in templating and installing custom marine sound systems, ensuring precise fitment and a clean professional job. Redesigning helm stations, installing bow thrusters, gyro systems, designing and installing custom fishing/trolling set ups are examples of some of the work that can be done at Bay Marine. From new installations and upgrades to advanced troubleshooting, we deliver clean, reliable workmanship that keeps your vessel’s technology performing at its best.
Certifications
The NMEA Certified Marine Electronics Technician (CMET) program’s main goal is to elevate the best and brightest marine electronic technicians in the industry. Ultimately, assuring the boat owner that they have received the highest quality design, installation, and service of their marine electronics package. Achieving the CMET certification requires an in-depth knowledge of marine electronics theory, practical experience installing and troubleshooting electronics on-board a vessel, and a high level of professionalism.
The ABYC Electrical Certification has become the most recognizable and credible demonstration of skill mastery in the marine electrical service and installation field worldwide.
Marine Corrosion Certified
Technicians with this certification practice a thorough understanding of the types of corrosion, corrosion protection, and how to perform systematic corrosion analysis.
ABYC Standards Certified
The ABYC Electrical Certification provides technicians with a comprehensive and focused understanding of the key ABYC Standards and addresses specific compliance standards relevant to engineers, installers, compliance inspectors, and marine surveyors.

Paint & Fiberglass
We offer a comprehensive range of paint, fiberglass, and carpentry services designed to restore, protect, and elevate your vessel. Through our shared ownership and partnership with Larsen Marine, Bay Marine provides seamless access to dedicated paint and fiberglass facilities located just down the road, including professional-grade paint booths engineered to deliver exceptional, OEM-quality finishes. This collaboration allows us to manage complete, start-to-finish refinishing projects with meticulous craftsmanship and strict quality control.
From minor paint repairs to full hull and topside paint applications—and everything in between—our team delivers results that stand out across the Midwest. Our fiberglass services include both cosmetic and structural repairs, as well as detailed finish work to ensure long-term durability and flawless appearance. Bottom painting and clear-coat applications are also available through Bay Marine, providing comprehensive solutions to protect and enhance every surface of your yacht.
Bottom Painting, Paint Repairs, Full Topside and Hull Painting, Cosmetic Fiberglass/Gelcoat, Structural Fiberglass Repairs, Refinishing.

Carpentry
Varnishing, Strip and Recoat, Restoration, Maintenance, Custom Fabrication, Toe Rail Installation, Decking Repair and Installation, Handrail Repair and Installation, Interior Refits and Finishing.
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Business Hours
8:00am-4:30pm / Monday-Friday
Service & Storage Center: 8:00am-4:30pm / Monday-Friday
Business Hours
Marina: 8:00am-4:30pm / Monday-Friday
Service Center: 8:00am-4:30pm / Monday-Friday
Business Hours
Marina: 8:00am-4:30pm / M-F
Service Center: 8:00am-4:30pm / M-F
Contact Information
3 East Madison Street
Waukegan, IL 60085
Phone: 847-336-2628
Email: info@baymarinechicago.com
Contact Information
3 East Madison Street
Waukegan, IL 60085
Phone: 847-336-2628
Email: info@baymarinechicago.com
Contact Information
3 East Madison Street
Waukegan, IL 60085
Phone: 847-336-2628
info@baymarinechicago.com
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