Sherms Boat Services

Just in case you find yourself in need of engine repair while visiting Smith Mountain Lake, you may be interested in my ordeal. Sherms Boat Repair has had my outboard motor for a full year as of this month.  When I dropped it off in March of 2011 I was originally told it should be ready in a few weeks.  Reasonable. Since then I have been told a number of times it will be ready but when I go to pick it up..oh, sorry, we found something else wrong and need more time.  Sherm has told me on at least 6 occassions he will call me back with info regarding my repair but has NEVER followed through. It has been nearly a year and Sherm has not returned one call. I dont know how this place stays in business. I can only assume there are not enough repair shops available so you take what you can get. When/IF my outboard is finally repaired, I have no reason to do business with such an unprofessional business.  I lost the use of my engine all of last season but will be picking up my motor next month, repaired or not. If you know of a good repair shop for Honda outboards, I would appreciate the tip. Thanks. 

I would not hesitate to call Sherm or Tim to service my boat again. They do stay busy so don't wait until the last minute to call them, but if you have an emergency they will respond quickly. I bought a boat in 2011 and have a slip at Mithchell's point Marina, luckily they have serviced the boat for the previous owner, so they know it's history. They are fair with their pricing, and don't try to sell you services you don't need. They also are willing to answer your questions, and give advise. It is a please to do business with Sherm's. Since this is my first boat, I am glad that they are so close by when I need them. MLB