Locating A Company For Boat Transportation

By Henry Olson


A lot of boat owners will need their vessel moving to another location for different reasons. Small crafts are easily moved on a trailer by towing them with a suitable van or truck. A larger vessel will need to be hauled by a specialist company and if you are searching for a firm for boat transportation there are various options and some research is required.

All types of craft can be moved to various destinations by a specialist company and it is very important that you hire a company that is fully licensed and insured. Most firms will be able to tow smaller boats using a pick up truck or van. Larger vessels will have to be transported by a flat bed truck and cranes may also be used to load and unload the craft.

The fees you are charged will vary and depend on the size of the boat and its final destination. Local and short distance moves will be a reasonably quick process and not too expensive. Moving a vessel over long distances will take much longer and will cost you significantly more money.

There are a few ways that you are able to find a reliable firm to move your boat to its new location. Contact numbers are listed in the business pages of the phone book and some firms will advertise in specialist boating magazines. If your vessel is moored at a marina it may be worth asking them if they can recommend a reliable company that you can use.

You can also find companies by searching the internet and there are many that advertise their services online. Most of the web based firms will issue an instant quote for the move after you have submitted your details. Many web sites will have a testimonials page with comments from satisfied clients and this may help you with your final decision.

When you have found a company you will need to arrange a date for the move and they will require some important details. You will need to give them the length, width and gross weight of your craft as well as the pick up and delivery addresses. The company can then prepare a quote for the job and it is advisable to contact various firms and make price comparisons.

Other services may also be offered by the movers including the transportation of jet skis and other smaller vessels. Sometimes a boat will have to be securely stored for a period of time before delivery and they will arrange this. Many overseas moves will require a great deal of paperwork and legal documents to be prepared and the specialists will take care of this for you.

The majority of firms that provide transport will adequate insurance cover in place for moving boats but it is always worth checking beforehand. You should also ensure that someone is at the delivery address to supervise the unloading and to inspect the vessel for any damage. Always retain payment receipts for the job in case you need to refer to them at a later date.




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