Monday, March 6, 2017

Searching For A Team Of Reliable Boat Haulers

By Sarah Thomas


A large number of boat owners will have to move their vessel to other locations for different reasons. A small craft can simply be put onto its trailer and towed with a vehicle. When you need to move a larger vessel you will be looking for a team of reliable boat haulers and it is advisable to do some research beforehand.

Any vessel can be transported by road with the correct equipment and it is imperative that you hire a team of specialists that are licensed and fully insured. If you intend to move a small craft the firm can bring a suitable trailer and tow it with a truck or van to its final destination. Larger vessels will need cranes at the collection and delivery addresses as well as a truck and flat bed trailer.

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.

When you have decided to move your vessel you will need to locate a specialist firm and there are few places where you are able to find one. Contact details can be found in telephone books and in leisure magazines. Yacht clubs, local marina offices and transport companies in your neighborhood may also be able to provide the contact details of a company.

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 have located a hauler that can do the job you can arrange a date for the transportation and they will require some details. You will need to supply the pick up and delivery addresses along with the dimensions and weight of your vessel so that they can calculate a price. The company will then prepare a quote and it is advisable to contact different firms and make some price comparisons before you commit to anything.

Some of the haulers may also offer other useful services such storage and international moves. If your vessel does have to go into secure storage for a period of time they will arrange this for you. If you plan to move your boat to an overseas destination the company will need to handle all of the import and customs clearance paperwork.

The firms will usually have insurance cover in place but it is worth checking before you proceed. On the day of delivery it is very important to have someone there to supervise the unloading and check the vessel. It is also advisable to hang on to any payment receipts and keep them in a safe place for reference.




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