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Erect Canvas (EC)

Fast and safe removal of winter shrink wrap to prepare your boat for the season.

3 hr
250 Canadian dollars
On site Marina/Yacht Club

Service Description

Erect Canvas Installation or Removal Erect Canvas is a precision handling service for either installing or removing your vessel’s canvas enclosure, bimini system, cockpit cover, or custom winter cover. This is an either-or service. We install properly for seasonal protection, or we remove correctly for storage and transition. Marine canvas is a structural weather system. Incorrect tension, forced snaps, and stressed zippers lead to premature failure. We align frames, tension panels evenly, verify snap seating, and ensure proper water runoff. What This Service Includes Installation OR Removal Professional setup for weather readiness or controlled takedown for seasonal transition. Zipper & Track Care Zippers are cleaned and treated with marine zipper wax to prevent corrosion and binding. Surface Cleaning Light cleaning of panels and contact points during handling. Flat Storage Handling Canvas containing clear vinyl or plastic panels is always laid flat — never folded — to prevent cracking, distortion, and permanent creasing. System Assessment Frames, bows, snaps, tracks, stitching, and fasteners are visually inspected during service. Important Service Boundary This is a handling and installation service only. Damaged, incomplete, misaligned, or failing canvas systems will be documented and reported. We do not perform structural repairs, re-stitching, fabrication, or hardware replacement under this service. Systems that cannot be safely tensioned due to prior damage will be noted and deferred to a qualified canvas technician. What This Service Prevents Premature zipper failure Vinyl window cracking Water pooling and sagging Wind flap stress damage Snap pull-through Frame misalignment Time required: approximately 1–2 hours depending on vessel size and enclosure complexity.

1460 The Queensway, Etobicoke, ON M8Z 1S4, Canada

By booking our services, you agree to the following terms and conditions: 1. Non-Refundable Deposit •A $250 CAD deposit is required to secure all service bookings. •This deposit is applied as a credit towards the total service cost but is non-refundable in the event of cancellation, boat sale, or other circumstances that prevent service completion as scheduled. 2. Ownership Transfer During Service •If the boat is sold before service completion, the original client remains responsible for all service fees. •The new owner may continue the service by providing written consent and assuming payment responsibilities. •Refunds will not be issued for services started or materials allocated. 3. Liability Waiver •We Beautify Boats is not responsible for pre-existing conditions, hidden defects, or manufacturer faults affecting the boat during service. •Clients agree to release and hold harmless We Beautify Boats, its employees, and affiliates from any claims or damages except those arising from proven negligence. 4. Service Guarantees •Services are performed to the highest standards using certified materials and methods. •We are not liable for damages resulting from untreated pre-existing issues or poor maintenance practices. 5. Media Release •Photos and videos may be taken of your boat before, during, and after service. These materials may be used for promotional and commercial purposes without additional permissions or compensation. •Clients may opt out by submitting a written request before services begin. 6. Scheduling and Cancellations •Services must be scheduled in advance and confirmed. •Cancellations within 48 hours of the scheduled service date will incur a cancellation fee equal to the $250 deposit. 7. Intellectual Property •All techniques, methods, and tools used during our services are proprietary to We Beautify Boats. Clients may not reproduce or utilize these for commercial purposes. 8. Payment Terms •Payment is due upon completion of service unless otherwise agreed in writing. For extensive services, milestone payments may apply. •Non-payment may result in additional fees or legal action. 9. Acknowledgment of Terms By confirming a service booking, you acknowledge and accept these terms. This policy is visible on all invoices, contracts, and booking confirmations. For questions or concerns, please contact us directly at info@webeautifyboats.com

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