“My highest recommendations for Devon and the Maritime Air team — thorough, honest, and on time. They explained everything in plain language and didn't push any unnecessary upsells.”
Spencer Fuller
May 2026
Treasure Coast HVAC Service
Barnacle Buster Marine Coil Treatment
When seawater flow drops and your AC stops cooling, the cause is almost always scale and biofouling in the condenser coil. Barnacle Buster is the marine industry's standard descaler — non-corrosive, safe for cupronickel, and dramatically restores cooling capacity.
License # CAC1824400 5.0 · 37 Google Reviews Port St. Lucie · Fort Pierce · Stuart · Vero Beach
Why Treasure Coast Trusts Us
Reasons Homeowners & Captains Pick Maritime Air Co.
5-Star Rated
Verified Google reviews
Licensed & Insured
Class-A CAC1824400
Family Owned & Operated
Treasure Coast residents
Residential · Commercial · Marine
Full-spectrum HVAC
Written Estimates
Approved before work begins
Photo-Documented Work
Warranties registered for you
Chamber of Commerce
St. Lucie County member
Why Maritime Air Co.
What You Get With Our Barnacle Buster Service Service
Restores Cooling Capacity
Cleans the seawater side of condenser coils, restoring heat transfer and BTU output.
Safe for All Components
Non-corrosive on cupronickel, rubber hoses, and standard pump seals — won't eat your system.
Closed-Loop Circulation
We circulate Barnacle Buster through the raw-water loop with our service pump — no overboard discharge issues.
Pump & Strainer Service Included
Strainer cleanout and impeller inspection bundled with every treatment.
Before/After Pressure Test
We measure raw-water flow before and after so you see the result.
Extends Equipment Life
Routine Barnacle Buster treatment can add years to compressor and pump life in salt environments.
Our Process
How Barnacle Buster Service Works With Us
01
Isolate Loop
Bypass the seawater loop and set up closed-loop circulation.
02
Circulate
Barnacle Buster circulates 2–6 hours depending on scaling severity.
03
Flush & Verify
Fresh-water flush, strainer cleanout, and raw-water flow measurement.
04
Restart
System restart, pressure check, and BTU verification documented in your log.
FAQ
Barnacle Buster Service Questions, Answered
How often should I do a Barnacle Buster treatment?+
Most Treasure Coast vessels benefit from annual treatment. Liveaboards and charter boats often need it every 6 months.
Will it damage my pump or hoses?+
No — Barnacle Buster is specifically formulated to be safe on cupronickel, rubber hoses, and standard marine pump components.
How long does the treatment take?+
Typically 3–4 hours dockside including setup, circulation, flush, and verification.
Reviews
Barnacle Buster Service — Customer Reviews
What Treasure Coast homeowners, businesses, and captains say about Maritime Air Co.
5.0
37 Google Reviews
Google
“Devon has provided thorough maintenance and excellent service. Truly family-owned care — they treat your home like it's their own. Highly recommend for Treasure Coast homeowners.”
Oh Canada
March 2026
“Working with Devon on my HVAC system was a great experience from start to finish. Fair, clean install, and the system has been running perfectly through Florida summer heat.”
David Alker
February 2026
Ready for Barnacle Buster Service?
Free phone diagnostic. Same-day service across the Treasure Coast. No upsells, no overtime fees on maintenance plans.