Wednesday, March 8, 2017

Locating A Team Of Professional Boat Haulers

By Sarah Thomas


A lot of boat owners will have to relocate their vessel at certain times for many various reasons. A small boat can be loaded onto an appropriate trailer and towed to its destination with a vehicle. Large boats and yachts will have to be moved by specialists and if you are trying to locate a team of professional boat haulers it is advisable to look at all of the available options before making any decisions.

Any type of vessel can be moved by road to various destinations by a specialist firm and it is extremely important that you hire a team that is licensed and fully insured. Most companies will move smaller boats using a pick up truck or van along with a trailer. Larger crafts will need to be craned on and off a flat bed truck.

The costs of transporting a boat are going to vary and depend on a few things such as the size and final destination. If you are only need to move a craft a short distance then the fees will be reasonable and the process simple. Long distance moves will cost larger amounts of money and will take longer.

There are a couple of ways to find a well established company to haul your vessel to its new location. Contact numbers will be listed in the business pages of the telephone directory and some firms will advertise in monthly boating magazines. It may also be worth making enquiries at your local marina and you can speak to transport firms in the neighborhood to see if they can help.

Browsing the internet can also produce results and there are a large number of specialist firms that advertise their services online. The majority of internet companies can give an instant quote if you give them the details of your planned move. A lot of the web pages will also feature a testimonials page where you can read comments from satisfied clients.

When you get in touch with a firm to handle your vessels road transportation you will need to furnish them with some essential details. You will need to supply the company with the weight and dimensions of your craft and the collection and delivery addresses. The firm can then give you a price and it is worth getting in touch with various specialists for prices before you make a final decision.

Other services may also be offered by movers such as storage and overseas shipping. Secure storage can be arranged which is useful if your vessel can not be delivered straight away. If you are moving to another county there will be a lot of paperwork needed and your chosen transport company will be able to handle the legalities.

The majority of firms that provide transport will usually have 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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