Cost of Overland Yacht Transport

The number one question that gets asked about yachtheight vessels require them to be shipped by barge
transport is how much does it cost? Well I havebeacuse of clearance issues. A way to save
written this article to help everyone looking to transportmoney is with type of equipment used. For example,
their yacht or boat get an idea how much yachtyour boat could be a borderline height limit. You could
transport might cost. Keep in mind that other fees cancall one carrier and your load would cost $10,000, yet
apply so its best to call Gulf Express International andcontact another just as qualified carrier and the load is
get your free quote. At Gulf Express International ouronly $7,500. The reason for the lesser amount from a
yacht and boat transport cost are the mostcarrier just as qualified is because they have special
competitive, comprehensive, and affordable in the boatlow profile trailers which would put your boat under the
transport business .height requirement, removing the need for costly
The first thing people will say is " I want a cheap ratepermits and possibly fewer escorts.
to transport my boat or yacht." Well believe it or notThis may sound like common sense, but take serious
the cheapest rate is not going to be your best bet.heed. If you have a 20' power boat on a new trailer,
Yes you will be saving money on transport cost butyou can pretty much get away with any qualified
keep in mind that cheaper cost meanstransport company. But, if you have a 38' sail boat, be
cheap service. If you read some of the forums onlinesure the transport company you hire has dealt with
where people have used a cheap yacht transportsuch a load. There are many boat transport
company you will see complaints ranging fromcompanies who's main business are the smaller loads,
scratches in the paint to broken parts and evenor even large power boats, but the big boats require
missing parts. Yes your insurance will cover it but dospecial loading and handling.
you really want to go through the hassle of waitng forKeep in mind that when you speak to a sales
repairs. Here at Gulf Express International we promiserepresenative they will explain to you all the details of
to handle your vessel with the proper care andthe cost to transport your yacht or boat.
provide you a competitive price at the same time.Next comes where the boat is and where it is going.
Yacht transport cost can vary depending onAlthough mileage doesnt play a huge factor in cost it
size,weight and how far you will need your vesseldoes however have a role in the cost. Like what was
transported. The first thing every company will ask youposted earlier, over sized loads will require a  special
is the place of origin and the destination. Well let meroute and also an escort. Some states require that
correct myself, the first question almost all yachtyou have a police excort along with the normal excort.
transport companies ask is where the boat is andCheck with one of our representives for more
where is it going. We here at Gulf Expressinformation on escorts. With overwight vessels, they
International believe in excellent customer service sowill require a barge to transport them because of
our first question will be "Whom am I speaking with"?weight restrictions. I know we have all seen those road
We  believe that it is very friendly and professionalsigns that say maximum weight limit is so and so.
to get to know who we are speaking with first.In conclusion overland transport can be not only a
The biggest factor in the pricing of yacht transport ishassle saver but it also can be resonably priced. If you
the height,width and weight. Over sized vesselsever have any questions feel free to check out our
require a escort and also the transporter has towebsite and look at our information. We provide you
take special routes because of weight and heightwith a fast quote on all your yacht transport needs.
restrictions. In some cases over land transport of over