Oakland Boat Shipping Company, CA

Boat Shipping

Oakland, California, is a city that is used to accommodating boats of various sizes. Its port is rated as one of the busiest in the United States of America, and it has several water facilities for exploration and boating adventures. However, shipping boats present the technical difficulty of making sure the boat is properly secured for transport. Without proper knowledge of how to secure a boat, there is a risk of damage to the boat and other vehicles on the road. Using A-1 Auto Transport boat shipping services can ease these challenges and enable you to transport your boat safely. We have staff who are trained, experienced, and knowledgeable about the best methods of securing the various types of boats for transport.

Types of Oakland, California Boat Transport Services

Boats of various types and sizes require specific handling to ensure their safe and timely transportation process. It may be a small twenty-foot boat or a large boat of about two hundred feet, and there are regulations from the California Department of Transportation to ensure that it is transported safely to its destination. We offer shipping services for the following:

• Powerboat Transport
• Sailboat Transport
• charter ships
• catamarans
• fishing boats
• dinghies
• Yacht Transport
• Small Boat Transport

Boat transport

Boat transport involves considering the boat's length, height, and beam. The height of the cargo must not exceed the 13'16" state standard requirement, or your trailer will require a height pole escort vehicle. There is a need for special permits and sometimes escorts for boats whose width extends between 8 '6'' to over 12' wide. Several other movement restrictions are considered when making preparations for boat transportation.

Powerboat shipping

The cleaning of the powerboat is an essential part of its shipping process. It is difficult to achieve because of the weight and bulky size of the powerboat. Cleaning underneath the boat is the most difficult part of the process. However, it is essential to thoroughly clean under the power as it may lead to the unintentional transportation of shrubs, living organisms, and plants that may stick to the bottom of the vessel.

Sailboat Transport

Sailboats are often transported by cradling them on the kneel pad platform of a trailer. If it is not properly secured, you may damage the hull of your sailboat during transport or encounter an accident. Hence, it is not an action that you can carry out without proper guidance or the experience of an agency.

Yacht shipping

Yachts are large boats that can easily exceed the average boat transport height and size. It is best to contact your recipient mariner and ensure that you have a height clearance for shipping your boat to the mariner. Some Yachts are prohibited from using the highway shipping process because of their size and the risk of transporting them.

Small boat transport

A small boat can easily be towed to or from Oakland, California, with a trailer. It is seen as an easy process because small boats easily fit into regulations. However, you will be challenged with the higher cost of hiring a trailer for the transportation process. The fact that you do not own the trailer exposes you to the risk of using a trailer that is not in good condition. It increases the possibility of a breakdown or accident on the way.

International Boat Shipping

International shipping is influenced by the port of origin and destination. It affects shipping time, customs procedures, and the overall cost of shipping the boat. The location of the boat can also determine if the RoRo, LoLo, or Semi-Submersible method will be used for the transportation.

Container Boat Shipping

This method prioritizes protecting the boat from environmental conditions during shipping. It is an international shipping method that places boats inside containers before shipping.

How Much Does It Cost to Ship a Boat to or from Oakland, California?

Your expenses on shipping are largely due to the size of your boat. You can efficiently reduce the cost by detaching deck gears and other gears that could increase the height and size of your boat. The distance and method of shipping can also influence the cost.

How to Prepare a Boat for Shipping

• All windows and doors should be locked or latched to protect them from being broken into or damaged by the elements.
• If your boat's flybridge or radar raises its overall height above the legal limit, you must remove and secure it before transporting it.
• Put a waterproof, airtight cover over the boat to keep it safe from the elements.
• Turn off the fuel and seal all seacocks to prevent the engines from running away.
• The antenna, satellite dishes, and radar equipment should be removed or secured before travel or storage to avoid damage.
• To avoid electrical drain or damage, remove all batteries.
• you avoid any snagging or lines coming free while in transit or storage, make sure you secure or remove any lines.
• Don't risk losing or damaging your valuables by leaving them on the boat.
• To prevent an unintentional discharge of electricity, disconnect the batteries and tape down the cords.
• Reduce potential for leaks and overall mass by draining the gasoline and water tanks to one-fourth capacity.

Being a seasoned boater is not the same thing as being a seasoned shipper. That's why you should choose A-1 Auto Transport to help you ship your vehicle. Today is the day to get in touch with us at 1-888-230-9116.