Boat Shipping

Experience has taught Car Shipping that the the value of your boat is much more than an assessor's opinion. For that reason alone, selecting a boat Shipping company that has the experience and network to get the job done quickly and effectively should not be left to chance. You need someone that you feel comfortable referring to your family and friends! We at Car Shipping, have the track record necessary to handle a variety of boats, throughout the U.S.(including Hawaii and Alaska), to Canada, Mexico and beyond.

Its easy to say that your property is our priority, we at Car Shipping take the steps necessary to ensure your vessel boat is transported with the proper operating authority and liability insurance to match the value of your boat. To verify any insurance or authority feel free to call our offices. We would be glad to get it to you even before you book your move with us.

All boat Moving are put in the capable hands of experienced drivers that are trained in the loading and handling of all types of boats. Our drivers’ combined experience in working with DOT authorities, various permitting agencies, marinas, boat yards, and ports offers better savings to you, by can avoid costly delays.

Plan Out Your Boat Shipping

The proper planning of your boat for transport does require careful planning and attention on both your part and that of the boat Transport service companies involved. Time and time again, we have learned that proper preparation of the boat for Shipping is the responsibility of the owner, but to do it, you need to right information. Typically, it is not the responsibility if the boat Moving company to prepare boats for transport. If your boat is poorly prepared for transport, it will be moved "as is” and the carrier cannot accept responsibility for the resulting damage. Here are some thoughts to make the transport as safe and efficient as possible:

• Make sure the boat ready to load when the truck arrives. The Boat Transport companies needs to stay close to the estimated time. Therefore, It is important to know that all times are approximate and many factors beyond their control such as weather, traffic, permitted re-routes, and availability of marina operations for loading and off loading can change the pickup and delivery schedules without notice.
• Any damages due to poor preparation will be the responsibility of the owners.
• Proper preparation is the key a safe delivery to its destination. For example, if a boat is being moved at 65 MPH into a 14 MPH head wind, it is experiencing the equivalent of hurricane force wind conditions.

Who is the Right Marina for Your Boat Transport

When choosing a marina for your boat, ask if they can assist you with the preparation of your boat for transport. They need to have necessary equipment to load and off load your boat. They also need a service bay disassembly or reassembly. Finally, make sure that the facility has appropriate overhead clearance.

Measure Your Boat for Shipping

The exact dimensions of a boat are needed when requesting a quote from Car Shipping to transport your boat. When looking to get the best possible price, follow these guidelines to measure your boat.

Overall Length: Include bow pulpits, swim platforms, outboard motor brackets, outboard motors themselves (the length of the motors or out drives in the raised position). If on a trailer, include from the tip of the tongue to the end of the motor.

Overall Height: The maximum height of many overpasses is 13 feet 6 inches. Many oversized yachts require special low riding trailers called low boys. Boats with an overall height greater than 13.6’ loaded on the trailer require special handling and routing. It is critical to measure from the bottom of the keel to the highest non-removable part of the boat.

Overall Beam (Width): The beam of your boat is the measured as the widest point of the boat including anything attached to the boat. Boats wider than 8 feet 6 inches are regarded as oversize permitted loads and require state permits.