Ahoy-hoy! We don’t know about you, but we’ve been dreaming of sunny days, cool breezes and clear open waters. According to the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA), new boat sales reached a 13-year high in 2020 and the demand remains high. With more and more Americans hitting the waterways, it’s a great time to talk about what to do with your boat when you’re not using it.
You put time, money, effort, and love into your boat. So even when it’s not out on the water, your boat deserves secure protection. Choosing to store your boat offers a range of benefits, including protection from the elements, more space at home, convenience, and more. Read on to learn why boat storage could be the perfect solution for you.
1. Protection from the Elements
Fact: Wind, rain, snow, hail, and other uncontrollable weather conditions can damage your boat. Some issues you may experience include:
- Accumulation of rain, moisture or debris inside the boat
- Damage to the exterior coating
- Wear and tear of boat upholstery, flooring or covers
- Cracks or chips in the boat’s exterior
These problems can worsen over time or even lead to more severe damage, such as to the boat’s engine or drainage system. Choosing covered or indoor storage can help you protect your boat’s exterior and keep your beloved watercraft in pristine condition for longer.
2. Convenient Access
Not all boat owners live on the water. Storing your boat can allow you to keep your boat closer to where you enjoy using it and reduce travel distance. Look for storage facilities near your body of water of choice for simple, convenient transport.
3. Safety and Security
Boat storage can offer you additional safety and security to help prevent theft, damage, and other problems. Storage facilities offer gate-protected storage spaces that require a key, passcode, or other security option to access the boats.
4. More Space at Home
Boats can take up a lot of yard, garage, or barn space at home — and some neighborhood associations don’t allow them. Placing your boat in storage can help free up valuable space to store other items or give you more room to move around when accessing the area where you would store your boat. Consider storage spaces that have ample room to access and navigate around your vessel.
5. No Dock Issues
Instead of storing boats at home, some owners decide to leave them in the water. This can lead to several issues, such as damage from other boats, damage from the elements, sinking, animals getting on the boat, and much more. Protected storage can offer peace of mind from dock-related events.
6. Friendly for the Environment
Boat storage also helps the environment. Keeping your boat in the water can lead to fuel or oil leaks, polluting the water. This causes concerns for water quality, fish, and other wildlife. Storing your boat properly helps prevent these issues and the potential long-term consequences.
To sum up, boat storage can help keep your vessel safe and in good condition, while offering you convenience and peace of mind.
Simply Self Storage offers easy options for boat storage at many of our locations. Learn more and get boat storage tips here.
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