Mission Statement
The primary task of a marine technician and consultant is to provide their customers with information that they could not otherwise obtain themselves in an expeditious manner. To this end, one must seek out help from those with both knowledge and expertise--coupled with honor and integrity--to aid in the quest of making informed and wise decisions pertaining to vessel acquisition and ownership, transfer/sale, and maintenance/upkeep. At Capital Marine Services, this is our aim and striving and it is our sincere hope that our customers find our services to be invaluable in their boating journey.
Qualifications
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A Watery Life
Drew Maglio, owner of Capital Marine Services has lived a life in close proximity to the water since he was a boy. Growing up in South Florida, he was driving his family's boat a decade before getting his learner's permit.
Over the years, Drew has owned ten powerboats and sailboats boats ranging from 12' to 38'.
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Numerous Publications
During his journey of working on his own boats (and those of others), Drew has written a number of articles for various boating-related periodicals, that value his expertise and ability to troubleshoot and problem-solve.
List of applicable publications:
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"Restoring Florida's Damned Waterways," The Ecologist, (online, October, 2018), https://theecologist.org/2018/oct/22/restoring-floridas-dammed-waterways
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"Rotten From Within" (Feature Article About the Structural Restoration of a 30' Sea Ray Sundancer), Practical Boat Owner (in print, June, 2019)
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"The American Dream" (Feature Article About Buying and Selling Power Boats), Practical Boat Owner (in print, July, 2019)
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"Restore and Revive Faded Gelcoat: Three Different Methods to Try,"Practical Boat Owner (online, August 8, 2019), https://www.pbo.co.uk/expert-advice/3-ways-to-revive-faded-gelcoat-62326
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"Ten Tips to Avoid Restoration Boat Pitfalls," Practical Boat Owner (in print, November 2019)
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"FixNZip: A Remedy For Broken Zippers," Practical Boat Owner (in print, January 2020)
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"Marooned In Marathon (Feature Article About the Difficulties Inherent in Liveaboard Cruising Via Sailboat)," Sailing Magazine(in print, January 25, 2020)
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"Cuba and Beyond (Feature Story Chronicling the Adventure of a Young Couple Traveling Via Sailboat Through the Caribbean)," Practical Boat Owner (in print, February 2020)
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"From Lightning Struck Yacht to Liveaboard (Feature Article About the Restoration of an Ericson 38-200 Sailing Yacht),"Practical Boat Owner (in print, March 2020
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"Climbing the Powerboat Ladder: How I bought and Sold Three Boats for a $7K Profit," Practical Boat Owner (online, October 22, 2021), https://www.pbo.co.uk/all-latest-posts/bought-sold-motorboats-for-profit-69145
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"Best Boating Flashlights," Boat and Yachting World (online, November 4, 2021), https://www.ybw.com/expert-advice/best-boating-flashlights-led-torches-74432
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"8 Best Non-Electric Dehumidifiers for Boats," Yacht and Boating World, (online, January 3, 2022), https://www.ybw.com/gear/10-best-non-electric-dehumidifiers-for-boats-ybw-com-74973
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"Best Life Vests," Motor Boat and Yachting (online, January 27, 2022), https://www.mby.com/gear/best-life-vests-personal-floatation-devices-for-boating-watersports-and-much-more-119099
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"When Lightning Strikes," Good Old Boat, (published in print, May 1, 2022)
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"The Joy of Small Boats: Why Bigger Isn’t Always Better,"Good Old Boat (online, May 10, 2022), https://goodoldboat.com/the-joy-of-small-boats-why-bigger-isnt-always-better/
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"Progressive Boat Insurance: Everything You Need to Know About Their Cover," Motor Boat and Yachting (online, May 19, 2022), https://www.mby.com/features/progressive-boat-insurance-cover-120882
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"Best Boat Varnish," Practical Boat Owner, (online, October 13, 2022), https://www.pbo.co.uk/gear/best-boat-varnish-choose-the-right-varnish-for-your-woodwork-66781
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"Best Boat Tube Accessories," Motor Boat and Yachting (online, March 1, 2023), https://www.mby.com/gear/best-boat-tube-accessories-125282
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"Best Inflatable Boats," Motor Boat and Yachting (online, March 9, 2023), https://www.yachtingworld.com/yachts-and-gear/best-inflatable-boats-affordable-options-for-getting-on-the-water-144257
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"Best Bowriders," Motor Boat and Yachting (online, April 6, 2023), https://www.mby.com/features/best-bowriders-open-deck-cruising-125747
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"Best Jet Ski Brands," Motor Boat and Yachting (online, August 7, 2023), https://www.mby.com/gear/best-jet-ski-brands-127665
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"5 Tips For Used Boat Buying," PropTalk Magazine (published in print, October, 2023), https://issuu.com/spinsheetpublishingcompany/docs/proptalk-magazine-october-2023/78
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"Best Marine Stereo and Speaker Bundles," Motor Boat and Yachting (published online, September 7, 2023), https://www.mby.com/gear/best-marine-radio-and-speaker-bundles-boat-sound-system-128155
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"Painting Underwater Metals," PropTalk (published in print, November, 2023)," https://issuu.com/spinsheetpublishingcompany/docs/proptalk-magazine-november-2023
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"Finding Your Dream Boat is Just the Beginning," PropTalk (published in print, December, 2023), https://issuu.com/spinsheetpublishingcompany/docs/proptalk-magazine-december-2023
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"The Top-End Engine Rebuild," PropTalk (published in print, January, 2024), https://issuu.com/spinsheetpublishingcompany/docs/proptalk-magazine-january-2024?e=18283236/97867046
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Years of Experience
Having owned and operated Capital Marine Services (CMS) since August, 2021, Drew Maglio brings to the table years of applicable commercial experience, which makes CMS suitable and qualified to handle your surveying, consulting, and other boating-related needs.
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Since its founding, CMS has provided provided affordable and reliable inboard, outboard, and sterndrive repair for vessels in Anne Arundel County, MD.
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Professional Accreditation
Capital Marine Services is a licensed and registered LLC that carries general liability insurance. COI is available upon request. Capital Marine Services is also a Boat US Partner and ABYC Member business.
