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Boat Shipping
Getting your boat shipped from one state or country to another may prove challenging. Fortunately, transport companies have the equipment and expertise to help customers to send vessels successfully.
For over ten years, A-1 Auto Transport has helped with boat transports between the East and West coasts and internationally. With expertise in shipping, you can rely on us for the highest-quality services.
Types of Maryland Boat Transport Services
We provide boat transport services between Maryland and other parts of the country.
When shipping a boat to or from Maryland, DOT regulations apply. Among them are:
- State permits are required for vessels wider than 8'6".
- If the boat is wider than 13', an escort is needed; if the boat is wider than 14', two escorts are required.
- For loads over 14'6", a height pole is required.
Vessel Transport
Our company transports several things, including vessels and ships. Our services include shrink wrapping, roll-on/roll-off, overland transportation, international yacht transportation, and full-service moving.
Powerboat Hauling
Remember the small details when shipping a powerboat. Preparing a powerboat before pickup is essential since you are more familiar with it. We will handle the other details, but you must prepare your yacht before we pick it up.
Maintaining a clean bottom on your vessel is essential. A few states restrict the movement of plants and organisms, so boaters must remove grass and life forms from their vessels.
Sailboat Carrier
The shipping of sailboats requires specialized knowledge, which professionals should only perform. After hauling out your sailboat, remove all lights, winches, wind indicators, and rigging.
With our experience moving sailboats, you can trust us.
Yacht Transport
An average yacht measures more than 14' in width and 14' in height and weighs more than 40,000 pounds. There is a slight difference between hauling yachts and carting smaller boats.
With our expertise in shipping oversized ships, you can rest assured that your yacht is in good hands.
Small Vessel Conveyance
Small boats can be transported on a trailer, over land, on their bottom, or aboard a yacht carrier ship. Transporting boats on their trailers is less expensive.
International Motorboat Importing
It is more expensive to ship boats and yachts internationally. The process is more rigorous than sending them within the country, and clearing customs requires a complete set of necessary documents.
We can assist you with this process through our customs experts.
Container Yacht Moving
It is also possible to ship boats overseas as cargo-on-cargo ships.
How Much Does It Cost To Send A Vessel?
For shipping a boat from Maryland to or from another state, you should consider the following factors:
- Destination - Some ports may charge additional fees to get your vessel delivered.
- Dimensions - The beam's size, length, and weight are significant factors in determining shipping costs.
- Distance—Mileage and its types, such as overland, on the keel, and waterborne, can affect sending costs.
- Season—Shipping costs increase when more people transport their boats in the summer, making boat haulers busy. The seasons in origin and destination ports may differ for international imports, affecting transit times.
You can receive a FREE quote by filling out the form at the top of this page.
How to Prepare a Rowboat for Transport
Proper preparation of your ship before shipping is essential to prevent damage. In general, shipping companies are not responsible for properly preparing your boat, so any damage it causes is not their responsibility. There is no need for technical expertise or experience in preparation.
For your convenience, we have outlined the process below.
- Ensure that loose items, including propellers, anchors, flag masts, antennas, electronics, and valuables, are removed and stored.
- Make sure the cabinets and cabins are locked, and keep the key. It would be best to secure all doors, windows, and hatches.
- Ensure that all tanks are empty. Remove water, fuel, and the hull's drain plugs. Drain all fluids from pumps, water systems, and air conditioners.
- Remove the anchors from the deck.
- Disconnect and secure batteries, electronic components, and alarms.
- You can coat your wooden boat with linseed oil to prevent it from drying out. However, this may cause dirt accumulation on the road.
- Make sure you take accurate measurements of your vessel. Here is information on how to measure your boat.
With A-1 Auto Transport, you can trust your boat to be hauled safely. Call 1-888-230-9116 to make a reservation or request a free boat shipping quote. You can also find out more by visiting our website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Before you place an order for boat transportation, you need to complete many tasks. The first is a complete study of the companies. You must go for a company with experience and know its way around the transportation business. Select a company ready to deliver your boat, as multiple options exist. You must check whether the company you choose is ready for your boat shipment. When it comes to shipping, the costs might be high. Delivering parcels is a lot different than transporting this vehicle. There are a lot of factors that influence the pricing of the vehicle.
The first is the distance. Distance is the miles you need to cover from the pick-up to the drop-off location. If the distance is longer, it will take time and money. Why is that? To cover the miles, you need fuel which can be very expensive. Make sure you schedule your shipment at the time of the year when gasoline prices are not too high.
How Long Does It Take To Transport A Vessel To Maryland?
To know when your boat will arrive, you must ask the company. The company is more likely to know the most probable day for it to arrive. They will calculate all possible factors like the boat's weight, driver's availability, heavy rainfall, distance prediction, etc. They can control a few factors, but the rest is not in our hands. The driver will make it his priority to deliver your parcel not only timely but also safely.
Will my rowboat be secure while in transit?
Securing your boat is the company's responsibility. Your boat is only secure if you choose an experienced company. They are more likely to navigate the situation and work on it. There are a few things you can also do before you send off the vehicle. You must wash up the boat as a start. After washing, if you see scratches, you can mark them or take pictures. This way, you'll know the safe spots. So if there is any new scratch, you can simply take this to the company and show them.
Other than that, you need to empty the tank. If your gas tank is full, it may cause problems for the company. It will increase the risk of leaks and add up to the boat's weight. Moreover, you must add some security system. In case of theft or harm, you must be notified. Another way to avoid theft is by taking off all the removable items from the boat. Now you have nothing to worry about.
Will my Yacht be insured while Dispatching?
It is a smart decision to get insurance for your vehicle beforehand. It acts as a protective barrier for you and your boat. Transportation can be extremely hectic and rough. The priorities for your property safety are clear, but sometimes, scratches can be formed. To avoid any loss or harm, you must get insurance. This insurance is going to put you in a safe spot. The company will compensate for the loss by providing you with the compensation money.
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