A white center-console boat on a quiet salt marsh creek
Beaufort, SC · The Lowcountry

More time on
the water.
We’ll handle the shine.

Boat detailing, gelcoat restoration and lasting protection. Personal care from a local business that knows what your boat means to you.

Locally owned. Faith & family at the heart of it.
Marine & auto detailingRestoration & protectionCare you can count on
Marine detailing

Care for every season.
And every condition.

From a routine refresh to weathered gelcoat, we match the work to your boat’s condition and your goals.

Maintain

Wash & Protect

A thorough clean and a fresh layer of protection for a boat that’s ready to get back out there.

  • Detailed topside & hull wash
  • Rust stain, mold & mildew removal
  • Vinyl cleaning & UV protection
  • Compartment and metal cleaning
  • Water spots on glass & light scuffs
  • Saltwater-resistant boat wax
Ask about wash & protect

Refresh

Enhancement Polish

Bring back gloss and clarity when your gelcoat needs more than a wash and wax.

  • Thorough cleaning & surface prep
  • Polishing for light oxidation
  • Improved gloss & surface clarity
  • Polish & protect finish
  • Hull or topside options
Ask about polishing

Restore

Gelcoat Restoration

For dull, chalky surfaces that need extra attention to recover their finish.

  • Assessment of gelcoat condition
  • Heavy-cut compounding
  • Sanding where appropriate
  • Refining polish to restore gloss
  • Protection after restoration
  • Topside & hull options
Ask about restoration

Every boat is different. Final scope and pricing are confirmed after an in-person inspection.

Ceramic protection

A great finish starts
with the right prep.

Marine ceramic coating adds protection and makes routine care easier. We inspect, clean and polish the surface before applying a coating, so the finish is ready for it.

Explore ceramic coating options
01

Inspect & plan

We look at your boat and discuss the right approach for your hull, topside and how you use it.

02

Clean & polish

Remove contamination and refine the gelcoat. Correction needs depend on the surface’s condition.

03

Protect & maintain

Apply protection, explain aftercare, and help you plan a maintenance routine.

Beyond the dock

Your vehicle
deserves care, too.

Interior and exterior detailing, paint enhancement and ceramic protection for the road ahead.

A fresh start, inside & out.

Choose interior, exterior or a full detail. We’ll recommend the right level of cleaning for your vehicle.

  • Seats, carpets, dash and interior glass
  • Hand wash, wheels, tires and door jambs
  • Paint decontamination and exterior protection
  • Pet hair and heavy stain removal available
Get an auto detail quote
Rooted here

Local roots.
Personal care.

I’m RJ Heape, owner of Heape Detailing Co. I was born and raised in the Lowcountry, and opened this business in March 2026 to serve the community I call home.

My faith and family guide the way I work. I believe in earning your trust, explaining the process, and taking the time to understand what you want from your detail.

Whether it’s a boat you spend weekends on or a vehicle you drive every day, Our goal is for you to feel confident about the care it receives.

Contact Heape Detailing Co. · (843) 263-5859
Good to know

Before you book.

How do I get an accurate quote?

Send us your boat’s make, model, length and a few photos, or your vehicle’s details. An in-person inspection confirms the condition, recommended work and final pricing before you move forward.

Does my boat need polishing before ceramic?

Surface preparation is essential. Even a boat that looks clean needs a condition assessment and proper cleaning and polishing before coating. The amount of correction depends on the gelcoat.

Can I keep my boat on a maintenance schedule?

Yes. Ask about a 2-, 4- or 6-month maintenance schedule. We’ll recommend an interval based on use, exposure and condition.

Do you detail both the hull and topside?

Yes. Hull, topside and combined service options are available. We’ll go over what’s included and the protection best suited to each area when we quote your boat.

Let’s get it looking right

Tell us what
you’re working with.

Call or text Heape Detailing Co. for a free quote. A few photos and details about your boat or vehicle are a great place to start.

(843) 263-5859

Serving Beaufort, SC & the Lowcountry

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