TIPS ON PREPARING YOUR BOAT FOR TRANSPORTATION

Preparing your boat for transportation is one very important step you cannot avoid missing in the boat transportation process. A reason for this is that should your boat be transported without prior preparation, any resulting damages may be nullified when it comes to compensation. Taking time to prepare your boat, as well as planning on a suitable boat transport date that will allow for this to take place smoothly is therefore your first step. If you find it hard to do the preparations yourself, you might consider asking the transportation company for assistance. If you can do it yourself, follow these tips.

Have Every Delicate Items Secured

These include windows, all fittings extending beyond the hull, as well as any loose fitting items on the boat. For any items that can be dismantled from the boat, have them packed away and sent separately or have them stored securely in the boat. This will minimize any damages that may arise during the loading, offloading as well as transportation of the boat. It is also helpful for you to document the state of your boat prior to transportation and have the transport company certify that they received your boat in that specific condition. In the event of damages, the settlement will be less complicated.

Have Your Boat Measured

Your boat measurements will be needed for the quotation. Measure the beam, overall height as well as tip to end of the boat. Other measurements to take include the swim platforms, outboard motors and their platforms. You can also check with your chosen transport company on anything else you will be required to measure, so that your boat can properly fit on the trailer.

Check That the Boat Is Insured

It is not possible to have your boat transported without an insurance cover. This will ensure that any damages will be compensated. Apart from your regular boat insurance cover, make sure that your chosen company has a cargo insurance policy that will cover your boat in the event of damages cause while on transit. It is very helpful for you check the cover limits and be aware of the extent to which the damages can be covered.

Choose a Reputable Transport Company

You may have everything set in place for the transportation of your boat, but if you happen to use the services of bad transportation companies, you may end up going through massive losses. Not all transport companies are legal and reliable. When researching on the best company for this task, check that first and foremost they are certified with the relevant Marine Transport authorities. Also ask for their certification numbers which you can verify from the certifying body. Do not forget to check that they are insured against damages that may happen while your boat is in their care.

One important thing not to forget is to make sure that your boat is carried in the most appropriate boat and yacht transport company that have experience in transporting your type of boat.

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