This 11 ft Kawasaki Jet Ski STX sat on a trailer for three years after the pump gave out. A heavy June hail storm smashed the handlebars and cracked the deck, so the owner decided it was time to let it go. The black hull with its silver stripe was parked in an apartment complex parking lot in Thornton, taking up a space the landlord wanted back.
We backed our truck up to the rig and noticed wasp activity right away. A yellowjacket nest filled the dark space under the steering console. We sprayed the cluster with a quick-kill foam, waited ten minutes, and cleared out the paper nest with a long scraper so our crew could work safely. Once the insects were gone, we hooked up our winches, checked the tire pressure on the trailer, and pulled the unit onto our flatbed for the haul out of Adams County.
We towed the machine to a scrap yard that takes fiberglass and metals. Our crew salvaged the trailer frame for parts, drained the fuel tank, and routed the rest to proper disposal. For small watercraft like this one under 20 feet, our base rate sits around $75 per foot. If you need boat removal in Thornton, call 833-658-4847.
In our experience, intense sun at high elevations breaks down old plastic trim and warps engine covers, allowing rain and pest nests to build up inside parked watercraft. Before sending any craft for recycling, we drain all hazardous materials like oil and gas, then disconnect the battery. We take the title when you have it, or we sign a release of liability so the craft is off your name.
The job at a glance
| Boat | 11 ft Kawasaki Jet Ski STX personal watercraft |
|---|---|
| Where it sat | Apartment complex parking lot |
| Coverage area | Adams County |
| Outcome | Trailer cleaned up and reused, boat recycled |
Illustrative only: a representative Adams County boat removal, not a specific customer’s job. Photos are for illustration.
Questions from the phone this week
What happens to my boat after removal?
We haul the hull to a facility that recycles metal and processes fiberglass. Our crew strips useful hardware, drains remaining fluids, and removes hazardous materials like batteries and fuel before turning the shell over for final disposal.
How much does it cost to remove a boat?
The price depends on the length of the vessel, its location, and how easily our truck can reach it. Smaller personal watercraft cost less to haul than large cruisers stuck in mud. We give clear pricing before we start any job.
Where our crews work around Thornton
Crews cover Adams County: Commerce City, Federal Heights, Todd Creek and North Washington. Early summer rain and sudden weather changes push property managers to clean up abandoned recreational vehicles. We clear out old watercraft left in shared parking spots before towing fees start adding up for boat owners.
A boat you are done with in Thornton? Send us photos or call 833-658-4847, and you get a price before we roll.
