Saturday, 4 March 2017

Looking For A Firm For Boat Transportation

By Henry Olson


If you are the owner of a boat you may need it moving to another location for various reasons. Small vessels can be put onto a trailer and towed with a suitable vehicle which is a fairly simple process. Larger crafts will have to be moved by professionals and if you are looking for a firm for boat transportation you should research all of the available options.

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 costs of transporting boats will vary greatly and depend on a few things such as the size and destination. If you are only moving a craft a short distance then the costs will be reasonable and the process will be fairly simple. Longer distance and overseas moves will cost a significant amount of money and will take longer.

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.

Browsing the net can also produce good results and there are a number of specialist companies that advertise online. The majority of internet based companies can give you an instant price if you give them the details of the move. A lot of web sites will also feature a testimonials page where you are able to read comments from their clients.

When you get in touch with one of the firms to handle your vessels transportation you will need to have some essential details to hand. You will need to supply the company with the collection and delivery addresses as well as the gross weight, length and width of the vessel. The company will then be able give you a price for the transportation and it is worth contacting various firms for prices so that you can get the best deal.

Some of the specialists can also offer other useful services such as transporting jet skis and small sail boats. If your vessel needs to go into storage for a period of time they will also be able to arrange this. If you plan to move a vessel overseas the company can handle all of the import and customs paperwork.

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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