An old sun-faded Glasspar runabout sits quietly until the neighborhood HOA decides it has sat long enough. A homeowner in Parkland called us after getting a warning letter about a metallic blue hull on his sandy lot near the water. The chalky paint was peeling, and the boat had not moved in years.
Our crew arrived to haul the boat, but wasps had built a large nest under the steering console. We sprayed the area, waited for the insects to clear, and then hooked our winch cable to the trailer frame. Working on soft sand takes slow pulls so the trailer tires do not dig into the dirt. We cranked the boat onto our flatbed truck and strapped it down tight.
We towed the vessel to a local metal facility for recycling. The outboard motor and trailer were salvaged for parts, and the worn fiberglass hull was crushed. For a project like this, our price sheet lists boats under 20 feet at about $75 a foot. If you need boat removal in Parkland or Pierce County, call 833-658-4847.
In our experience, long wet seasons in Washington trap moisture under storage covers, rotting the wooden floors and rusting trailer frames from below. Before any boat gets crushed, our crew drains all fuel and engine oil for proper disposal and removes the battery for recycling. We also handle the paperwork by taking the title or using a release of liability form.
Quick facts from this job
| Boat | 17 ft Glasspar Seafair 17 runabout |
|---|---|
| Where it sat | Sandy lot near the water |
| Coverage area | Pierce County |
| Outcome | Engine and trailer salvaged, hull crushed at a scrap yard |
Illustrative case: it shows a typical boat removal in Pierce County and is not the record of a specific job. Photos are representative, not of this boat.
Questions from the phone this week
Can you remove a boat without a title?
Yes, we can remove a boat without a title in many cases. We bring a release of liability form for you to sign so the boat is off your name. Our crew handles the paperwork before we load the boat on our truck.
How much does it cost to junk a fiberglass boat?
The cost depends on the overall length of the vessel and how easy it is to reach. Small runabouts under 20 feet usually cost less to haul than heavy cabin cruisers. We give you a clear price before we start any work.
Boat removal throughout Pierce County
Crews cover Pierce County: Tacoma, Lakewood, Puyallup and Edgewood. As summer begins in June, boat owners start clearing out backyards and driveways to avoid fines from local housing codes. Moss growth and wet rot often make old boats unseaworthy before the sun comes out.
If a boat like this is taking up space in Parkland, call 833-658-4847. Tell us the length and where it sits.
