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Recent Boat Transport reviews

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Deliver table tennis boatd

$60

Michael was extremely easy to deal with and had really quick response. Great guy who ill definitely be using in the future. Can't speak highly enough of him.

Deliver boat from Rosedale to clyde.

$250

Great service thanks so much

Help me move my rowing boat!

$120

a perfect experience! I could not have asked for better

Moving to a boat!

$500

On time and on the ball

Moving laser sailboat 15km across sydney

$120

Top bloke, couldn't have asked for a better worker. Highly recommend.

Lift some boxes and rope into a boat

$100

What's the average cost of a boat transport service

$100 - $395

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$100

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$230

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$395

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Why hire a boat transport service through Airtasker?

Finding a reliable boat transporter is not just a matter of searching “boat movers near me” or “boat hauling near me” online. To find the right company, you’ll first have to sift through hundreds of websites, quotes, reviews, and service offerings. After all, you want to make sure your beloved boat is in capable hands!

Airtasker makes it easy and quick to find reliable boat transport services near you. We connect you to rated and reviewed boat movers for your specific needs. Boat transporters on Airtasker can deliver a boat you just bought or sold. What’s more, they can move your boat from water to land or vice versa. Whatever type of boat transport you need, we’ll help you find reasonable prices for you.

Select the pink ‘Post a task’ button now to list your boat transport request. Afterwards, get free quotes from boat movers in your specified area. Then, compare quotes and customer feedback until you find a qualified boat mover for your requirements.

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Top Boat Transport related questions

Select the pink ‘Post a task’ button to start booking a boat transport service on Airtasker. In your request, mention the details about your boat. Don’t forget to specify the dates and locations of pick-up and drop-off points. You can get free quotes from boat transporters within minutes or hours - view ratings and reviews of boat transport providers before accepting an offer.
Before boat transport, make sure to inspect your boat, remove non-essential loads, and secure the components. First, check and photograph the vessel interior and exterior. These records can help you spot any damages after transport. Next, pump out wastewater and drain out most of the fuel. Doing so will lighten the weight of the boat and prevent leakage. Also, disconnect the battery and tuck away cables. Your boat movers can also advise you on any other precautions for safe transport.
Height limits for boat transport depend on the route and type of boat. In general, 16.4ft (5m) is the maximum safe height, as most motorway bridges are at least this high. If your boat is wider than 9.5ft (2.9m), your movers may have to inform the Police force about the boat transport details. The Police may delay moving times to ensure road safety. Further, telling authorities ensures that you don’t encounter problems during transport. Full loads may also need an escort vehicle.
Yes, some boat transporters can provide cranes or Marina lifts. But in other cases, the boat owner will have to arrange and pay for the cranes or lifts separately. For more convenience, you can hire a boat transporter who can provide or arrange for a crane or lift for you.
For safe transport, your boat movers can provide a cradle for your boat during shipping. They can either build a cradle in-house or source it from their trusted suppliers. Shrink wrapping a ship is another way to protect the vehicle from the elements. Ask your movers if they also offer shrink wrap for boat transport.
Boat movers can also help with unloading, docking, and maintenance checks upon delivery. What’s more, boat movers can refill water tanks, remove the tape and other securing materials, and reattach batteries. These extra services can get your boat ready for use. The scope of your boat transport services depending on what you agree upon with your provider. Whether or not you avail post-transit services, you should have someone inspect your boat after delivery. This way, you can clarify issues immediately.

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What do boat transport services include?

Boat movers can transport all types of boats, such as wooden boats, speedboats, yachts, and sailboats. The two main transport methods include boat transport by road (with a lorry or trailer) and by sea or river (by a sea vessel or under the boat’s own power).

Your pick-up and drop-off locations will determine the type of transport method you need. Boat transport includes land to the marina, marina to marina, and marina to coast travel. Boat transport is a specialised type of vehicle delivery service. Here’s a list of boat transport services you can request for on Airtasker.

Boat haulage by trailer

To haul an oversized boat, movers may need to alter their route heavily. Boat weight and height restrictions vary per state and road. As a result, boat transport can take many hours more than regular travel. An experienced boat trailer delivery service will know how to work with boatyards, ports, and marinas. If you’re moving to a different city or state, our long distance movers can help you with your other moving needs. Once you’re done moving, our courier services can pick up or deliver any parcel from across town.

Boat haulage by towing

Towing a boat is possible for smaller and lighter vessels. Boat movers may use a large 4x4 vehicle or panel van to transport lightweight and narrower boats. For example, conventional road trailers may carry lightweight boats up to 32ft (9.8m).

Boat haulage by sea vessel

Boat movers can ship yachts and other types of boats as deck cargo. Hauling a boat by sea vessel may require a ship or shore crane in a cradle. Skippers (i.e. boat transport personnel) need to have the necessary licences in handling safe and quick transport. Boat haulage by sea vessel can cover vast distances. For instance, a sea vessel can transport a boat from one part of the Atlantic or Pacific to another.

Boat transport by sailing

You can hire a crew or Captain to sail your boat from port-to-port by sea or river. Boat transport by sailing tends to be cheaper than boat transport by road. The latter option would need specialised equipment for road travel. However, transport by sailing can limit movement to ports or sea-accessible areas. Crew preparations include inspecting the vehicle, plotting the course, and checking shipping forecasts. 

Post-transit services

Boat movers can also help with unloading, docking, and maintenance tasks. To get your boat ready for use, your movers can remove the securing materials, reattach batteries and motors, and refill the water tanks. If you need to dispose of a boat that’s outlived its purpose, you can also find boat removal services on Airtasker. If you’re relocating to a new property, you can hire a removals service via Airtasker. Our removalists can help disassemble, pack, and move your furniture to your new home. For disposing of other junk, our clearance services can also help you out.

Recent Boat Transport tasks

I need help Moving a boat

$100

Gladesville NSW, Australia

11th Apr 2024

It’s 7m long and needs to go to Rydalmere nsw tomorrow 8am from Gladesville

Fridge regas on boat

$150

Hollywell QLD, Australia

11th Apr 2024

Small fridge on boat needs regas

Help me move two small boats

$150

Bankstown NSW, Australia

1st Apr 2024

Two small boats will send photos soon. Need truck or Ute or trailer. Pickup location: Bankstown NSW, Australia Drop-off location: Revesby NSW, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No

Move a washer and dryer and install in a boat.

$500

Wahroonga NSW, Australia

7th Feb 2024

Washing machine and dryer to boat and then 2 old units from boat to dump. Pickup location: Wahroonga NSW, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: At both places - Due date: Before Friday, 5 April 2024

Douglas and Viktor worked very hard to make sure the job was done. Very diligent and hard working. No issue too hard for them to resolve.

Moving a tender boat

$250

Hawthorn VIC, Australia

24th Jan 2024

We require assistance moving a 8ft fibreglass tender from Gannawarra, VIC to Hawthorn, VIC on Monday or Tuesday on January 29/30th. - Due date: Needs to be done on Monday, 29 January 2024

Truck or Ute to move floating boat dock

$150

Hope Island QLD, Australia

12th Jan 2024

Need large flat back truck/Ute to transport floating dock (4m x 2m) from Hope Island to Broadbeach - Due date: Needs to be done on Friday, 12 January 2024

awesome service!! Thanks

MODEL BOAT TRANSPORTED

$75

Campbellfield VIC, Australia

8th Jan 2024

1 WOODEN MODEL BOAT IN PERSPEX CASE AND SMALL WOODEN TABLE TABLE AND MODEL CASE MEASURES 1 METER LENGTH 1 MTER HEIGHT AND 350 MM WIDE APPROXIMATELY 10 KG HAPPY TO MEET DRIVER AT PICK UP LOCATION VAN IS PREFERRED FRAGILE ITEM THAT WILL REQUIRE CAREFUL HANDLING AND SECURING . Pickup location: Campbellfield VIC, Australia Drop-off location: Notting Hill VIC, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No - Due date: Needs to be done on Saturday, 13 January 2024

Tinny/small boat delivery

$75

Northbridge NSW, Australia

8th Jan 2024

I need a small 3 meter tinny delivered from Fairfield to Northbridge, there is no trailer, so you will need one, or another method of transportation, such as a roof rack that the tinny can be stored on. - Due date: Flexible

Help lifting small fridges on and off my boat

$75

Gosford NSW, Australia

23rd Dec 2023

Will be tied up at the public wharf in Gosford and need help lifting small fridge up and out of yacht and replacing it with an even smaller one, moved recently to the area and so dont have anyone to ask for help - Due date: Needs to be done on Saturday, 30 December 2023

Happy to go over and above to fit in and help 😀

Remove loose seating and other contents from a boat

$80

Hamilton VIC, Australia

20th Dec 2023

Manual lifting to remove contents from a boat. About 30 minutes work only. - Due date: Flexible

Efficient and on time. Thanks David.

Trailer and boat assembly for two days and potential for more work

$800

Chevallum QLD, Australia

17th Dec 2023

Assist our builder assemble trailer and boats - Due date: Needs to be done on Monday, 18 December 2023

James did a great job assembling our trailer and boat as part of a team. He is well spirited, capable and does what is expected of him. We enjoyed having him around and hope to see him again.

Dispose cardboatd boxes

$120

Ballarat VIC, Australia

7th Dec 2023

I need someone to pick up and dipose of cardboard from flat packs. - Due date: Needs to be done on Friday, 8 December 2023

A +++++++ Easy to work with.

Small boat removal (flat bed trailer required)

$100

Burpengary QLD, Australia

22nd Nov 2023

Boat removal - flat bed trailer required. - Due date: Before Friday, November 24, 2023

Antifoul boat

$1,000

Elanora Heights NSW, Australia

15th Nov 2023

I have a 6m R.I.B that I require the hull to be antiifouled for the first time. The boat is currently sitting on a trailer at a a storage yard and has easy level access. - Due date: Flexible

Move a fibreglass boat roof

$90

Deagon QLD, Australia

13th Nov 2023

I have a yacht mored in Deagon and I want to fit a 2.4 m x 1.8 m fibreglass roof to a fibreglass cabin (custom made base) requiring the help of 3 blokes to do safely. - Due date: Before Thursday, 30 November 2023

Moving two rowing boats

$250

Hunters Hill NSW, Australia

30th Oct 2023

2 x one person fibreglass rowing boats (skulls) with oars. 8.5 m length and maybe 20 kg each. The outriggers are separated and the two hull can be stacked together. Pickup location: Hunters Hill NSW, Australia Drop-off location: Shoalhaven Heads NSW, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No - Due date: Flexible

Removal of fridge, trampoline tinny boat.

$500

Umina Beach NSW, Australia

26th Oct 2023

Large Trampoline, medium fridge and small tinny boat. Pickup location: Umina Beach NSW, Australia Drop-off location: Bensville NSW, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No - Due date: Before Tuesday, 31 October 2023

Geoff was excellent to deal with and I would be very happy to use his services again in future.

Move boat on trailer

$125

Tamborine QLD, Australia

11th Oct 2023

Tambourine to Arundel. Previously quoted, job dropped off

Move Boat and Trailer to Byron Bay

$1,000

Richmond VIC, Australia

22nd Sep 2023

Tow or place on truck a 4.7m RIB Zodiac Boat and trailer to byron bay from Richmond melbourne Pickup location: Richmond VIC, Australia Drop-off location: Byron Bay NSW, Australia Removals size: A few items Stairs: No - Due date: Flexible

Boat upholstery

$5

Worongary QLD 4213, Australia

11th Sep 2023

We have 23ft Four Winnsboat which needs some cushions re-upholstered. Suggest come and quote on it as it may need more less and I put $5,000 as a guideline. - Due date: Flexible

Great work all good