A summer storm dropped a heavy oak branch across the stern and finished off an old fishing boat in Carthage. The owner needed the broken aluminum off his property before the grass grew over it completely. We arrived to find a 15 ft sea-foam green Alumacraft 1546 jon boat sitting behind the house, tucked half into the tree line with a small outboard still attached.
The main problem was a family of raccoons that had moved into the enclosed forward space. They were not eager to leave, so we tapped on the metal hull with a rubber mallet until they shuffled out into the woods. Our crew then used winches and a heavy tow strap to slide the hull out of the thick brush without digging up the yard. We unbolted the motor and lifted the light aluminum boat onto our flatbed trailer.
The outboard motor and the rusty trailer were pulled apart for salvage, and the crushed aluminum hull went to a scrap yard for recycling. Our price sheet lists boats under 20 feet at about $75 a foot. If you have an unwanted vessel in Jasper County, call 833-658-4847.
In our experience, humid Missouri summers and wet spring weather turn neglected aluminum hulls into damp traps for pests and rust out old trailer frames. Before we haul any craft for proper disposal, we always drain the fuel tank, drain the crankcase oil, and pull the marine battery to protect against hazardous materials spills.
The boat, the place, the outcome
| Boat | 15 ft Alumacraft 1546 jon boat |
|---|---|
| Where it sat | Tree line behind the house, half in the brush |
| Coverage area | Jasper County |
| Outcome | Engine and trailer salvaged, hull crushed at a scrap yard |
Illustrative example: a representative boat removal in Jasper County, not a record of a specific customer job. Photos are illustrative too.
What people ask before a boat leaves
What is the procedure for boat disposal?
We load the vessel onto our trailer and haul it away. Our crew strips out the engine, battery, and fuel lines for recycling, then cuts down or crushes the hull so the metal or fiberglass can be safely processed at a disposal facility.
Do I need a title to have my boat removed?
No, you do not always need a title. If you have one, we take it from you during the boat removal. If the paper is missing, we have you sign a simple liability release so the vessel is officially off your name.
Junk boat removal across Jasper County
Crews cover Jasper County: Carytown, Webb City, Carl Junction and Duenweg. High humidity and heavy downpours in late spring make boat owners clear out yard clutter before weeds and wildlife take over the property. Call us whenever you need a tow or haul out.
Got one sitting in a yard or at a dock around Carthage? Call 833-658-4847 and describe it; photos help.
