Full AC/DC wiring setup design and fitting for yachts in Shoreham. Trusted by Shoreham boat skippers for over a decade.
Craft owners in Shoreham will recognise this — shoreham-by-Sea is a hub for both commercial and leisure boating. We routinely task at Lady Bee Marina and all over Shoreham Port, offering everything from basic electrical fixes to advanced Victron energy setup fit-outs. It shapes the kind of job we do here every week.
Working on boats across Shoreham day in, day out — most boats run dual AC and DC wiring setups. Getting the design right is critical for safety and reliability. We specialise in integrated yacht power systems. On the water in and around Shoreham Port, this kind of job is part of the regular rota. That ethos is what brings Shoreham skippers back to us, year after year.
Reverse-polarity protection on European-sourced shore power is essential — we test, document and certify on every fit.
Pontoon access at certain berths drops with the tide — we time visits so we're not climbing ladders unnecessarily.
Crossover switching between shore and inverter sources needs proper interlock — we plan and fit with safety the priority.
Charter and shared-ownership craft are common locally, and they get hard use — robust electrics work is essential.
We treat every craft the way we'd treat our own — because we own boats and we know what matters.
For yacht skippers near Shoreham Port and Lady Bee Marina, yacht insurers and surveyors recognise our task, which matters for certification and claims. Quotes spell out parts, labour and assumptions — what's in scope, what's optional, and what would be a separate visit. Familiarity with local yards and lift-out schedules helps us coordinate task that requires the boat ashore.
On vessels in Shoreham, 12V and 24V DC systems — power bank banks, charging, distribution panels, and circuit protection. We design DC systems for reliability and efficiency on yachts in Shoreham. Galvanic isolators are cheap insurance against corrosion damage — we recommend and fit them as spec on long-stay shore power installs. That level applies whether the vessel is at Shoreham Port or on a private mooring nearby. It's standard practice for the job we carry out all over Shoreham.
Many Shoreham boats are used for cross-Channel passages — setups need to be dependable, not just functional. Vessels in West Sussex often see year-round use, so durability matters more than show — we build for that. On vessels moored at Shoreham Port, we frequently see issues caused by long-term shore power — we check for it on each visit.
Throughout Shoreham's berths, 240V AC shore power, inverters, generators — all with proper RCD protection, earthing, and galvanic isolation. Safe AC power for vessels in Shoreham. Reverse-polarity protection on European-sourced shore power is essential — we test, document and certify on every fit. That detail matters more than it sounds, particularly for craft kept near Shoreham Port.
Plenty of boats berthed at Shoreham Port are kept on the water year-round, so winter resilience is part of the brief. Local insurers in West Sussex expect documented task — we provide the paperwork as spec. Tidal access in Shoreham means visit timing matters — we plan near your berth's float window.
Working in Shoreham frequently, custom AC/DC distribution panels designed for your boat. Clear labelling, proper circuit protection, volt/amp meters, and room for future expansion. Crossover switching between shore and inverter sources demands proper interlock — we plan and fit with safety the priority. Boats at Shoreham Port get this approach as a matter of routine. It's a small thing that adds up across the life of a craft berthed in Shoreham.
For Shoreham owners, after-care matters — we stay reachable for follow-up questions and small adjustments. Common in Shoreham: salt-air corrosion on terminals — we treat every connection on this kind of job. Skippers in Shoreham typically value reliability over flash — that aligns with how we approach each job.
On the craft we look after across Shoreham, upgrading from basic to comprehensive power management? We design and implement phased upgrades to transform your vessel's electrics capabilities. Shore power problems can be dangerous — we test polarity, earth bonding and galvanic isolation properly, not just whether the lights come on. Skippers in West Sussex tend to notice the difference within a season or two.
Craft kept at Shoreham Port face the usual coastal challenges — UV, salt and the occasional knock — we build for it. In West Sussex, older craft commonly need shore-power systems brought up to current specifications — we handle the certification too. In West Sussex we see a lot of older fibreglass cruisers being upgraded — this kind of task is bread and butter for us.
Short answer: yes. Throughout the craft we task on in West Sussex, our typical recommendation depends on usage patterns, budget, and how long you intend to keep the boat. Cable runs are double-clipped, protected from chafe, and routed away from heat sources as standard. Skippers moored anywhere in Shoreham or the surrounding West Sussex coast can expect the same response. Send a couple of photos of the existing fit-out and we'll come back with options and pricing.
In short, yes — Every job we take on in Shoreham is approached the same way: assess properly, quote in writing, do the task to boat benchmarks, and document what's been done. We use only professional-grade yacht components, sourced through trade channels with full traceability. From Shoreham Port to the wider Shoreham area, this is well within our normal remit. Best thing is to send a few photos and the yacht details — we can usually quote remotely from that.
Definitely — Across the craft we job on in West Sussex, our typical recommendation depends on usage patterns, budget, and how long you intend to keep the boat. Where AC and DC setups share space, we maintain proper separation and clearly distinct cable colours. We cover all of Shoreham for this kind of work — just give us a call to discuss specifics. Get in touch with the basics — craft type, marina, what you're trying to achieve — and we'll take it from there.
AC shore power work in Shoreham covers everything from a new shore inlet to full AC distribution rewiring with isolation transformer and galvanic isolator. Drop a message with the boat's age, type and current setup — we'll quote without needing a visit in lots of cases.
Definitely — All over the craft we work on in West Sussex, our typical recommendation depends on usage patterns, budget, and how long you intend to keep the boat. Where AC and DC setups share space, we maintain proper separation and clearly distinct cable colours. We've completed callouts like this lots of times for Shoreham-based owners. Best thing is to send a few photos and the vessel details — we can usually quote remotely from that.
Tell us the boat, the berth and the job — we'll come back with timing and a clear quote.
For boat owners across West Sussex, Shoreham included, the working method is the same: assess properly, quote in writing, install to marine standards, hand over a complete document pack.