Boat Shipping
Hiring an experienced boat shipping company will make transporting your boat to or from Tampa, FL seamless and stress-free.
For more than ten years, A-1 Auto Transport has been shipping boats from the east to the west coastlines and across the country. With our experience, we guarantee to provide the most appropriate and affordable shipping service based on your needs.
Types of Tampa, FL Boat Transport Services
We provide various boat shipping services to and from Tampa, FL. When transporting a boat in Florida, DOT regulations must be followed. The following are some of the rules:
- Boats wider than 8'5" and taller than 13'5" require a state permit.
- Boats wider than 12' require one pilot car, while two are needed for boats wider than 14'.
- One pole car is required if your boat is over 14' tall.
Boat transport
Our company transports a wide range of boats, ships, and other types of water vehicles. We also provide full-service moving, overland transportation, roll-on/roll-off, interstate shipping, shrink wrapping, and international yacht transfer.
Powerboat shipping
Shipping your powerboat can be challenging because the overall height must be considered when planning the route. Boat transport laws and regulations may differ from one state to the next. Boats up to 13'6" are permitted in the mid-Atlantic and northeast states and 14' in others. Generally, boats taller than this require permits and pole cars.
Because certain jurisdictions have laws prohibiting the entry of plants from other states, the bottom of your vessel must be free of grasses and plants before transportation.
Sailboat Transport
Shipping a sailboat is a complex process that should only be handled by professionals. Before hauling off your sailboat, remove all lights, winches, wind indicators, and rigging. Don't attach your mast to the boat because it fits on transport trailers.
Yacht shipping
Yachts are typically at least 40,000 pounds, more than 14 feet wide, and 14 feet tall. Yacht transport differs slightly from that of smaller vessels.
You can be confident that we will ship your boat efficiently because of our company's experience moving large vessels.
Small boat transport
Small boats can be moved on land, on their bottoms, on trailers, and even on yacht transport ships.
International Boat Shipping
International shipping of a boat or yacht is more time-consuming than domestic shipping. It is critical to obtain all necessary documents for customs clearance.
You can count on our company's customs experts to guide you through this process.
Container Boat Shipping
You can let your boat be shipped overseas as freight on a cargo ship.
How Much Does It Cost to Ship a Boat to or from Tampa, FL?
Several factors can influence the cost of shipping boats to or from Tampa, FL, including:
- Size - The size of your boat heavily influences shipping costs. The beam's size, length, and weight are measured to determine the price.
- Method of transport and distance - Shipping prices are affected by distance and mode of transportation, such as overland, on a keel, or aquatic.
- Season - Summer is the busiest season for boat freight, which raises shipping costs. Seasons at origin and destination ports can impact shipping schedules, especially for international cargo.
- Destination - Additional fees may be levied in some ports.
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How to Prepare a Boat for Shipping
Check that your boat has been adequately prepared before handing it over to the shipping company to avoid damage during transit. Because most companies will let you prepare your boat, any damage caused by improper preparation is your responsibility. You can prepare your boat by yourself because the preparation requires little background knowledge or technical proficiency.
Here are some things you can do to prepare your boat for transport.
- All propellers, anchors, flagpoles, antennae, electronics, and valuables should be removed and securely stored.
- Cabinets and cabins should be kept secure. Close all hatches, windows, and doors.
- Linseed oil can be used to coat your wooden boat to keep it from drying out, but it may cause dirt buildup while on the road.
- Each tank should be drained. Remove water and fuel, and drain plugs on the hull. It is critical to drain fluids from pumps, water systems, and air conditioners.
- Make sure that your boat is precisely measured. Check out this page for information on measuring your boat.
- Take the anchors off the deck.
- Alarms, electronic components, and batteries must be disconnected and secured.
Call 1-888-230-9116 to book your shipment or for more information. You can also find more information on our website.