EPIRB/PLB/AIS Services
Boaters can ensure their safety in open waters by having a GPS-enabled Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB) and Personal Locator Beacons (PLBs) aboard.
LRSE's Simple 3-Step Service Process
Step 1
Fill out the required service request form below, and receive an email with a shipping label to send us your EPIRB/PLB/AIS.
Step 2
Your EPIRB/PLB/AIS arrives at our service center where our USCG and manufacturer-certified technicians begin the process of servicing.
Step 3
Your serviced and inspected EPIRB/PLB/AIS will be shipped back to you within 10-20 business days. You will not be charged until the service is complete.
✔︎ Register EPIRB
✔︎ Perform monthly self-test
✔︎ Check that battery is in date
✔︎ Check hydrostatic release
✔︎ Check for cracks
✔︎ Check for corrosion
Mail-In Service Pricing
| Service | Cost |
|---|---|
ACR EPIRB |
$400.00 |
McMurdo EPIRB |
$375.00 |
ACR PLB |
$275.00 |
McMurdo PLB |
$355.00 |
Ocean Signal PLB |
$275.00 |
ACR AIS |
$275.00 |
McMurdo AIS |
$275.00 |
Ocean Signal AIS |
$250.00 |
FAQs
EPIRBs and PLBs should be regularly inspected according to manufacturer guidelines, typically every 1–2 years, with battery replacement required before the expiration date. Regular servicing ensures the device will activate correctly in an emergency and transmit accurate distress signals.
Yes. For many commercial and offshore vessels, EPIRBs must comply with USCG, SOLAS, and IMO requirements. These regulations require regular testing and servicing to ensure the emergency signaling device remains fully operational and ready to transmit in an emergency. This is part of a wider offshore safety compliance system that also includes life raft servicing.
EPIRB and PLB servicing typically includes battery verification or replacement, GPS and signal testing, beacon inspection, firmware checks where applicable, and confirmation that registration details are accurate and up to date. These steps ensure full operational reliability.
You can check the self-test indicator, confirm the battery expiration date, and ensure the registration is current. However, these checks only provide basic assurance. Professional testing is required to confirm full operational performance and compliance.
If not serviced on time, an EPIRB or PLB may fail to activate in an emergency, lose signal accuracy, or become non-compliant with maritime safety regulations. This can result in inspection failures, fines, or increased risk during offshore operations.
Yes. EPIRBs and PLBs have defined battery life and service intervals. Over time, components degrade and batteries expire, which can affect performance. Once expired, the device must be serviced or replaced to ensure reliability in emergencies.