Saturday, March 4, 2017

Looking For A Team Of Reliable Boat Haulers

By Sarah Thomas


Many boat owners will want their vessel moving to another destination for various reasons. Small boats can easily be moved on a trailer by towing them with a suitable pick up truck or van. When you have to relocate a large vessel it will need to be moved by a specialist company and when you are searching for a team of reliable boat haulers there are various options and some research is required.

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 companies that specialize in hauling boats will charge various prices depending the size of the vessel and where it is going. A short road move will not be very expensive and it will be a fairly quick process. Moving vessels over many miles is a little more challenging and it will be fairly costly.

There are various ways to find a hauler to move your craft to another destination and handle all of the arrangements. There are contact numbers in the business section of the phone book and many firms place adverts in the press. Local marinas and sailing clubs may also supply you with the contact details of a well established firm and you can get in touch with transport firms in your area.

You can also find a company by searching the net and there are many that advertise online. Most of the web based companies will issue an instant quote for the road move after you have submitted some details. Many of the web sites will have a testimonials section which allows you to look comments and feedback 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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