Water was rising past the deck floor when we arrived at the slip. The pontoon was taking on river water faster than it could drain, and marina staff wanted the space back. The boat owner needed us to haul it out before it sank completely.
It was a 21 foot sea-foam green Lowe SS 210 pontoon boat with an outboard motor and oxidized aluminum tubes. Our crew brought a portable trash pump to clear the water from the hollow deck compartments. Once the boat rose a few inches, we attached tow straps to the transom frame and winched it slowly onto our bunk trailer.
We hauled the pontoon to a salvage facility where the aluminum deck and tubes were chopped for scrap metal recycling. Clean metal like that stays out of landfills. Boats over 20 feet are priced over the phone, because size and setting change the work. Call us at 833-658-4847 for boat removal in Kernersville and Forsyth County.
As a rule, we expect hot summers and wet springs to speed up corrosion on exposed hardware, which makes winching deck frames trickier. Before scrap recycling, our crew drains all remaining fuel and motor oil into approved containers and removes the battery to manage hazardous materials properly. We take the title when there is one, or we sign a release of liability so the boat is completely off your name.
Job notes
| Boat | 21 ft Lowe SS 210 pontoon boat |
|---|---|
| Where it sat | Marina slip with unpaid fees |
| Coverage area | Forsyth County |
| Outcome | Aluminum sold for scrap metal, fittings saved |
A composite, illustrative job from Forsyth County, not one customer’s record. Photos show the situation, not the specific boat.
Boat disposal questions
Can you remove a boat that is in the water?
Yes, we remove boats directly from marina slips, docks, and shorelines. Our crew uses pumps to restore flotation when needed, winches the vessel onto our trailer, and hauls it away for proper disposal without damaging nearby docks.
How much does it cost to remove a boat?
The cost depends on the boat size, location, trailer condition, and how easy it is to access. We give you a clear price before we start any work. Call us to discuss your boat and get an accurate estimate.
Removing boats across Forsyth County
Crews cover Forsyth County: Winston-Salem, Lewisville, Clemmons and Walkertown. Early summer heat often forces boat owners to make a decision about old watercraft sitting in paid slips. Mold, standing rainwater, and rising marina storage rates bring many calls for boat removal across the region this time of year.
Have a boat like this in Kernersville? Call 833-658-4847 or send a few photos, and we will tell you what it takes.
