Sunday, 25 December 2016

Looking For A Company For Boat Transport

By Brenda Lewis


Many boat owners will sometimes need their vessel moving when going on vacation or when moving home. Small boats can be moved on their trailer by towing them with a car, truck or van. Large yachts and ocean going craft will have to be hauled by specialists and you will need to find a company for boat transport and some homework is advisable before you hire anyone.

All types of vessel can be moved with the correct equipment and it is important that you hire a reliable team of specialists for the transportation. If you need small boats moving the firm will bring their trailer and tow it to its final destination. Large boats and yachts will need specialist hoists and cranes at both ends as well as a tractor unit and trailer to move it by road.

The price you are charged will depend on the size of the craft and its final destination. Local interstate moves will be a reasonably quick process and fairly inexpensive. Moving boats over longer distances or overseas will take much longer and will cost a larger amount of money.

After deciding to move a boat you will have to find an established team of specialist movers and there are a few options available. You can search through the local telephone book and find a contact number there. Firms will also advertise in boating magazines and you can browse the net where there are many companies listed that move boats of all sizes.

When you have contacted a firm to handle transport you will need to have some important details which they will ask for. You will have to supply the collection and delivery addresses along with the make, model, length, width and weight of the boat. The company will give you a price to do the work and they will wait for your go ahead. It is worth contacting a few companies for quotes so that you can get the best deal.

Many online transport firms will have a form on their web page where you can enter your details and a quote will be issued instantly. If you choose this option it is imperative that the details are correct so that an accurate price can be calculated. Most internet sites will have a reviews section with feedback from satisfied customers and these comments are worth reading before you hire anyone.

Other services are available from the movers which may include transportation of sail boats, jet skis and small vessels. If your boat needs to be stored for a time before the delivery date they will arrange this for you. Many moves will require some secure storage time prior to delivery and this will be included in the price of the shipping.

You should always do some checks on your chosen company to ensure they are licensed and insured. The firms will have insurance cover in place but it is worth double checking before you commit to anything. On the delivery day it is very important to have someone there to accept delivery and check everything before signing the necessary documents.




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