This 19 ft white Bayliner 197 Deck sat in a fenced self-storage lot for five years. The teal stripe on the fiberglass hull was faded from the sun, and the owner stopped paying rent. The landlord called us to clean out the space.
We brought a truck and a heavy winch. Before we hooked up, we had to deal with a family of raccoons that built a nest inside the cabin hatch. Our crew used noise and light to drive them out safely. Once the cabin was clear, we rolled the boat onto our flatbed and secured the sterndrive so it would not drag.
We took the hull to a recycling center that grinds fiberglass. Our price sheet lists boats under 20 feet at about $75 a foot. If you need boat removal in Tarpon Springs or Pinellas County, call 833-658-4847.
As a rule, we expect wet conditions when hauling old vessels in Florida. Summer heat and afternoon downpours speed up algae growth and weigh down dry rot in sitting decks. Before any hull goes for scrap, we pump out leftover hazardous materials like motor oil and gas, then remove the starter battery. We take the title or sign a release of liability to clear the property owner.
What this job involved
| Boat | 19 ft Bayliner 197 Deck deck boat |
|---|---|
| Where it sat | Fenced self-storage lot |
| Coverage area | Pinellas County |
| Outcome | Trailer cleaned up and reused, boat recycled |
This post describes a typical job in Pinellas County as an illustration, not a real customer record. The pictures are illustrative too.
Boat removal questions from Tarpon Springs owners
How much does it cost to junk a fiberglass boat?
We price boat removal based on overall length, location, and condition. A small runabout costs less than a large cruiser, especially if the hull is sitting on a working trailer. We give you a clear quote before we haul the boat away.
Can you get a boat out of my backyard?
Yes, our crew pulls boats out of tight yards every week. We use portable jacks, winches, and dollies to guide the hull past gates and trees without damaging your lawn. Call us to talk through the setup at your house.
Boat disposal across Pinellas County
Crews cover Pinellas County: St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Largo and Pinellas Park. June brings steady heat and sudden downpours that fill parked hulls with water. Property managers often call us this time of year to remove forgotten vessels before tropical storms arrive.
A boat you are done with in Tarpon Springs? Send us photos or call 833-658-4847, and you get a price before we roll.
