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Boats Transportation
Boat transport and shipping done right! We are fully licensed and insured to handle any boat shipping interstate and nationwide. We transport all types of boats, powerboats, sailboats and yachts. We operate in a responsible and legal manner that eliminates the challenges of shipping a boat. Unlike our competitors, we follow all state and federal DOT regulations to ensure a safe and efficient boat transport. Our transport specialist will match the right trailer for your boat transportation. We coordinate with all necessary parties in the scheduling of your boat and maintain constant communication from the time you receive your quote until the time you boat is delivered. We have the most competitive and fair boat shipping quotes based on the information and specifications provided to us.
Prepare Your Boat for Transport
If it’s your first time transporting a boat, here are a few things you should know in order to properly prepare your boat for transport:
- All boats and vessels must have their own hauling trailers – Make sure that your boat is properly secured to the trailer.
- Provide the boat shipping company with your boat’s specs and information in advance – Make sure your boat’s measurements and weight are accurate. Remember, transport companies are allocating space for your boat according to the information given to them.
- Remove all personal and prohibited items from your vessel – Any breakable items should be stored in a safe place. It’s very important to secure anything that is loose and extends beyond the hull. Tape interior cabinet doors shut. Close and secure cabin doors, windows and any other doors. Tape hatches to avoid leaks and water damage.
- Empty all fuel and water tanks as much as possible – Leave enough fuel to get to and from the transport ship. Make sure there is no water in the bilge. Remove drain plugs from the hull and anchors from the deck. Flush and sanitize your tanks with a chlorine bleach solution.
- Disconnect your battery – Store cables to ensure you don’t have a dead battery at delivery.
- Protect your entire boat with shrink wrap – Apply shrink wrap to the most vulnerable areas such as teak and non-skid surfaces if boat is too large. If shrink wrap comes apart during transport, it will be removed to avoid damage from beating against the boat. The carrier transporting your boat will not be held responsible. Apply an insulator wax or cover all stainless steel, chrome fittings, and exposed metal.
- Remove canvas covers – Covers tend to flap in the wind, damaging the boat. The carrier transporting your boat will not be held responsible if cover is not removed.
- Inspect your boat for any existing damages – Document and take pictures of the set up of any parts that were dismantled for size requirements. Also, take pictures of the location of items that were stored to prevent them from getting damaged. Driver will conduct a detailed inspection of your boat at pick-up and at delivery as well.
- Make sure you have all necessary paperwork
- Do not forget your keys!
