There will come a day when most boat owners will want to dispose of their old vessels. Whether it is for a new purchase or because the old craft has seen better days, chances are you want to get rid of your old boat before it becomes an eyesore. Fortunately, there are a few options out there for disposing of your old boat, and here are a few suggestions you can use to find the best way for you to do it.
Sell It
Clearly, the first option that comes to mind for most boat owners is the possibility of selling their old boat and making some money back. If the boat is still in sound shape, this can be an excellent option that could make a significant amount of money.
The most important things to consider for selling your old craft in a reasonable amount of time are if the boat’s hull is still in good shape and if the motor is still running. Also, make sure it has a clean title; otherwise, the purchase may be a greater hassle than most buyers are willing to deal with. If you are planning on purchasing a new vessel, consider asking a dealer if they would be willing to consider a trade-in. This can save you some time selling your old boat while still saving you some money.
Donate It
If you can’t sell your boat, another way to give it a new life is to donate it. In many cases, this can be easy and still offer potential tax benefits. Try looking in your area for nonprofit organizations and businesses. Often marine schools are a great option for donating your old vessel as these institutions are often looking for more vessels to help their students. It is important to ensure that you have the title for the vessel in hand. If you don’t have it available, try contacting the DMV in your state to ask for assistance locating it.
Recycle It
Most boat owners would probably like to know that their old boat is being disposed of in the most environmentally friendly way possible, and recycling it is definitely among the best ways. If you can’t sell or donate your vessel, recycling can be a great option. Often components such as aluminum hulls can be sold and repurposed for at least a bit of cash. In the case of fiberglass boats, the hull will simply need to be disposed of, but some other components will still likely be able to be recycled.
Repurpose It
In some cases, the hull or other parts of a boat may be able to become your next DIY project. Repurposing an old boat can be a great way to apply your creativity and turn your old boat into something new. Maybe your old wooden boat can become your next table, shelf, or garden bed. With creativity, an old boat can be turned into any number of new items.
Trash It
Unfortunately, if your boat is not in good enough condition to be sold, repurposed, or gifted, you’ll need to find a way to dispose of it. Although, you may still be able to recycle some parts of the boat.
There are some people that might be interested in buying outdated boat parts for use in repairing other older boats. They might want to use these parts themselves or fix them up and sell them to other boat owners.
If your boat is made of fiberglass, it will need to be taken to a landfill. If you cannot do this yourself, you could hire a junk removal company to take the boat for you.
Final Thoughts
You may expect getting rid of your old boat to be a big problem. But, as you can see from this article, you have a lot of options. You may even be able to make a bit of money on your old boat. So, consider the condition of your boat, and then see what options are right for you.
Contact Us
For help disposing of your old boat, contact ABH Services. Our team can work with you to help determine the right way to dispose of your old vessel in a safe and environmentally responsible manner. Call us at (781) 941-2422 and connect with us on Facebook.