The June heat was already rising off the water when we backed the truck toward the shoreline in Union City. High humidity makes heavy steel gear slick, so we took our time setting up the straps on the private lake dock. An insurance company wrote off this 16 ft aluminum Lund Rebel 1650 after storm damage, and the owner needed the gray and black hull gone.
The boat sat low because it was full of rainwater. Aluminum rivets hold tight under normal stress, but hundreds of gallons of trapped water put extra weight on the dock cleats. We pulled the drain plug first, but mud blocked the hole. Our crew ran a portable trash pump to clear the water down to the floor, dropping the weight enough to slide our heavy rubber bunk pads under the bottom of the boat without gouging the metal.
We hooked the winch line and pulled the boat onto our trailer. The outboard went to a local shop where mechanics rebuilt and resold it. We hauled the clean aluminum hull to a scrap facility for metal recycling. For boats under 20 feet, our standard rate runs around $75 a foot. Call 833-658-4847 if you need boat removal in Hudson County.
In our experience, water left in an open boat causes winter damage when it freezes, splitting gelcoat and soaking the plywood inside the back of the hull. We always drain all residual fuel and crankcase oil into approved tanks and remove the lead-acid battery before we dispose of any vessel.
The boat, the place, the outcome
| Boat | 16 ft Lund Rebel 1650 aluminum fishing boat |
|---|---|
| Where it sat | Private lake dock |
| Coverage area | Hudson County |
| Outcome | Outboard rebuilt and resold, hull recycled |
A composite, illustrative job from Hudson County, not one customer’s record. Photos show the situation, not the specific boat.
Boat disposal questions
How much does it cost to remove a boat?
Boat removal pricing depends on overall length, location, and how hard the vessel is to reach. Small aluminum skiffs on trailers cost less to haul than large fiberglass cruisers sunk at a marina slip. We check the job site and give you a clear total before our crew starts work.
Can you remove a boat without a title?
Yes, we can haul a boat without a title in many situations. When no title exists, our crew provides a release of liability form for you to sign. That document proves you gave up ownership and keeps the state from holding you responsible for the vessel once it leaves your land.
Junk boat removal across Hudson County
Crews cover Hudson County: Jersey City, Kearny, Secaucus and Bayonne. Summer brings many calls across New Jersey when heavy rain fills uncovered hulls or owners clear out property after insurance settlements. High humidity and direct sunshine quickly ruin electrical wiring and foam seating, making fast boat removal necessary.
Ready to have your boat gone from Union City? Call 833-658-4847 or use the estimate form.
