Rhode Island Boat Shipping Company, RI

Boat Shipping Rhode Island

When transporting your boat, choosing a boat shipping service that offers the best deal at a reasonable price is important. The transportation of a boat requires more planning than the transportation of a car or other equipment.

Managing loading and discharge operations and coordinating with third parties are all expensive activities. In addition, the cost of transporting different types of boats varies based on their size and destination. At A-1 Auto Transport, we would ensure you get the best and safest boat shipping service.

Types of Rhode Island Boat Transport Services

Here are some of our most popular boat transportation services:

• International Yacht Transport: Boats and yachts are not just relocated within the United States; we also deliver them to ports and shipping locations worldwide.
• Overland Transport: We can assist you with the required service, whether your boat needs to be shipped in the United States or internationally.
• Roll On, Roll Off: We offer roll-on and roll-off services for loading your vessel onto one of our carriers. A trailer is attached to the boat, which is then wheeled onto the boat transportation carrier, delivered to its destination, and unloaded.

Boat transport

The boat transport company must consider vital factors before safely transporting a Boat. You or your agent can do most of the preparation needed. There are few technical skills required to address most details.

Powerboat shipping

While it is fundamental to have general common sense when it comes to powerboat shipping, paying attention to every detail is crucial to getting the job done well. If you are moving a powerboat, we can handle all the details. of getting your boat transported safely. There are quirks and personalities to every powerboat. Having a good understanding of these quirks is crucial for ensuring you can transport your vessel safely. For powerboat transport questions or concerns, please contact us since we can be a wealth of information.

Sailboat Transport

If a sailboat is being transported, all deck gear must be stowed. Lines must be secured if they lead to the cockpit. To prevent freezing, you must properly winterize the boat. Sometimes, keel sailboats may separate from the hull due to cracking paint and filler. Centerboard sailboats should be secured so that they remain upright during transportation.

You must work with a driver with a high level of experience in sailboat shipping.

Yacht shipping

You must be very careful when choosing your yacht's route to its new destination. For your yacht's safe and efficient transportation, we handle all permits, police escorts, pole cars, and route surveys.

The reason why we do not charge fuel surcharges is that we believe fuel surcharges are appropriate for companies and boat transporters that do not manage their trucks correctly or do not quote boat relocations correctly.

Small boat transport

Tow & Go is used in Small Boat Shipping when a vessel is transported on its trailer. When the trailer is roadworthy, this can be less expensive and easier. In other words, it has good tires, brakes, and lights that work. We can run repair and maintenance services on your transport trailers if it needs to be fixed. However, service may be less expensive than hauling your boat and its trailer.

International Boat Shipping

With over 25 years of experience shipping boats worldwide, A-1 Auto Transport has shipped hundreds of boats. To transport your boat overseas, you must make meticulous preparations, and we understand how complicated the process can be.

You only need to deal with one company regardless of the size of your yacht, whether it is a 20-foot Nautique or a 200-foot yacht. Using A-1 Auto Transport will make relocating your vessel overseas easy and hassle-free.

Container Boat Shipping

Shipping a boat in a container is cheaper than shipping it internationally, but container specifications restrict the size. An eight-foot-wide or eight-foot-tall boat is typically too large to fit into a container. Due to size limitations, shipping small boats in containers is only possible.

How Much Does It Cost to Ship a Boat to or from Rhode Island?

Even though the price is important in boat transportation, other factors must also be considered. There are significant differences in boat shipping companies' services regarding boat trailer transport. The following three factors must be considered when choosing a cargo ship transportation company when transporting fishing boats, cargo, or boat docks; boat destinations, market conditions, and proper insurance.

How to Prepare a Boat for Shipping

Before handing your boat over to a boat transport company, you should do a few things. The following steps must be taken before preparing your boat for transport. Ask the boat transport company for any questions about the process or preparation.

• Any electronic components, including the alarm, should be disconnected after draining the fuel tank.
• The following items should be stowed or removed: flag masts, anchors, propellers, electronics, antennas, and valuables.
• Ensure the boat's compartments, windows, hatches, doors, and cabinets are securely closed.

Finding a better boat transport company than A-1 Auto Transport to transport your boat safely is not guaranteed. Whatever your needs are, we can help! Call 1-888-230-9116 or complete our online submission form for an affordable, real-time price quote!