Confirm exact dimensions
Measure loaded height from the ground, total beam, length, and approximate weight. Include towers, antennas, radar, outboards, and trailer.
Before pickup
Boat transport preparation checklist
Good preparation protects the boat, reduces delays, and helps verify readiness for highway travel.
Secure loose equipment
Remove or secure covers, cushions, electronics, canvas, poles, anchors, lines, and anything that could shift or catch wind.
Reduce the travel profile
Lower or remove folding towers, antennas, outriggers, Bimini frames, masts, and accessories when permitted.
Inspect the trailer
Check tires, spare, bearings, brakes, lights, coupler, jack, chains, winch, straps, frame, axles, bunks, rollers, and registration.
Prepare access
Provide firm truck access and turning room. Coordinate marina, crane, forklift, or boatyard appointments.
Document condition
Walk around the boat at pickup, note condition, keep keys available, and provide reliable contacts.