Stockton Boat Shipping Company, CA

Boat Shipping to and from Stockton, California

Moving a boat to or from Stockton, California, needs the owner to have knowledge of specialist equipment and routes, neither of which they may have. The boat could be damaged if you keep trying to get better at the process in the hopes of having beginner's luck. A-1 Auto Transport is a company that has the resources to safely transport boats with specialized equipment and the experience to know the best routes to take.

Types of Stockton, California Boat Transport Services

The difficulties you face when exporting your boat will not begin with the journey itself. The first step is to familiarize oneself with the California Department of Transportation's boat shipping standards and to abide by them. Some of the things we do are listed here:

Transportation for Powerboats, Sailboats, Charter Ships, Catamarans, Fishing Boats, Dinghys, Yachts, and Other Small Craft

Boat transport

Depending on how you plan to carry your boat, you may need specialized tools like a travel/forklift for loading and unloading, shrink wrap for environmental protection, and more. You can't settle on a strategy, though, until you know how big your boat is and whether or not it complies with regulations. If you need assistance during set-up or breakdown, you can contact a service or your Mariner for assistance. The process can seem daunting and time-consuming without guidance.

Powerboat shipping

If you want to wash your powerboat without damaging it, you should utilize a motor lift or crane to hoist it up. Plants, grasses, and other living things can quickly and easily attach to the hull's sticky bottom. Until the bilge of the powerboat is fully cleaned, regulatory inspectors will not allow it to be transported.

Sailboat Transport

The mast, spreaders, winches, stanchions, antennas, anchors, sheaves, and electronics should all be taken down or safely secured. Instead of removing and fastening these components if you're only transporting the sailboat a short distance, a pole car escort is the way to go.

Yacht shipping

In order to have a pleasant and successful yacht shipping experience, careful planning and preparation are essential. Yachts are large vessels that must have a license due to their size. If you want to know if the receiving Mariner has enough headroom for your yacht, you'll need to measure it and let them know the dimensions.

Small boat transport

Skill, experience, and a well-equipped trailer are necessary for towing a small boat. Check the trailer's connection to the car and the distribution of weight to make sure everything is secure. If you don't, you can end up paying more in repairs and legal fees for your boat and trailer than it would have cost to hire an agency.

International Boat Shipping

A boat's size, weight, dimensions, and, in some cases, unique features all contribute to the overall cost of international shipment. Shipping costs can also be affected by the final destination of the vessel. Shipping costs might vary depending on the destination, origin, and method of transport.

Container Boat Shipping

Boats are safer when shipped via container since they are enclosed and can only be opened by authorized personnel. This mode of transport is more costly than others and is not appropriate for all vessels.

How to Prepare a Boat for Shipping

To prepare your boat for the shipping journey, follow these tips:

• Take out everything of value from the vessel to protect it from water damage or theft.
• Take out the battery and unplug the cords.
• To avoid condensation, fill the fuel and water tanks only halfway.
• Cover the engines with a tarp or fasten them down with straps to keep them from shifting around during shipment.
• Do not risk damaging your antennas, satellite dish, or radar system by transporting it to their installed locations.
• To avoid having lines get tangled or misplaced, coil them up neatly and tie them to the pier or the boat, or just remove them.
• Remove and lock the flybridge or radar if they raise the height of your boat above the specified level in order to prevent damage during transit. Lock or latch all windows and doors to prevent unauthorized entry.
• Make sure the bilge pump is in good operating order by testing it.
• Look for hull damage and fix it if you find it.
• Waterproof the boat for transport by covering it with a tarp or shrink wrapping it, and make sure you've double-checked all the preparations before you leave.

We perceive the value of your boat as an investment, even if you only see it as a boat. As a result, we insist on a high level of professionalism and a guarantee of insurance coverage for all of our shipments. If you need assistance getting started, call us at 1-888-230-9116 right now.