Preparing For A Successful Boat Transport

Every year, people pack up their boats and ship them across the country or between states. Some who arrange for transport have done this before. Others are novices. They all go into this venture hoping for the best. At Boat Transport Quotes, our experienced staff offers the following to help you prepare for a successful boat transport.

Plan Ahead

Always take the time to plan. Not only is it crucial to select the best transport company possible, but it is also necessary to make certain everything is ready. Making certain your boat is ready for shipping helps avoid damages. It also reduces delays in delivery and any unexpected expenses.

Prepare Your Boat

When preparing your boat for shipping, be sure you prepare a list of things you need to do. If you have any doubts about whether you or your boat transport company is responsible for such-and-such, contact them. Our staff at Auto Transport Quotes can offer clarification.

When preparing your boat, be sure you, or the expert you hire for this task, address the following:

• Removal: Remove all canvas, frames, mast spreaders, lights and any other equipment on the masts, and the fly bridge on a powerboat as well as bow and stern rails and stanchions on a tall boat. Also consider removing the windshield wipers, any electronics and other expensive/easily damaged devices
• Security: Secure/remove stays and halyards
• Wrapping: Pad the mast for protection
• Clearing: Remove all items from lockers/cupboards
• Lock/Tie Down: Locker doors and hatches
• Stashing Below: Dinghies and other inflatables

Be sure you take photos of the boat from tip to stern, inside and out. Make sure the date of record is clear.

Boat Transport

Sometimes, you need to ship your boat. When this happens, be sure you prepare your boat properly. This will reduce the risk of something going wrong during this boat transport. If you have any questions, feel free to contact our professional shippers at Auto Transport Quotes.