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Three Factors To Consider When Choosing A Storage Facility For Your Boat

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You may be thinking about buying a boat, but your biggest problem is finding a place to store it. It may be too expensive or even practical to store your boat at a lake or a marina. And you may not be able to store it where you live. However, there are storage facilities that specialize in storing boats and large vehicles. The following are a few things to keep in mind when shopping for a storage unit.

Do you need your boat protected from the weather?

For many boat owners living in temperate climates, an outdoor storage area might be fine. All you need is a good cover to protect it from the sun and the occasional shower. But if you live in an area with a lot of rain, you may want to look for a space that has a built in cover, much like a carport. This will go a long way toward keeping your boat dry. If you live in a harsh climate, especially in those areas with freezing temperatures, you will probably want to consider an indoor unit that is temperature controlled.

Ease of access to your boat

If you plan on using your boat frequently, you need to take a look at how easy it will be to get your truck inside the storage facility, hook up your boat trailer and drive your boat away. If you only use your boat occasionally, this may not be a big issue. But a once a week trip to the lake, river or ocean means you'll need a convenient pickup and drop off of your boat. If you plan on using your boat frequently in the warmer months but not using it at all in the cold months, you may want to consider having two separate storage areas. Perhaps an outdoor storage area in the summer and an indoor storage area in the winter.

Security for your boat

Obviously you want a storage facility that is gated and accessed by password. But most storage facilities make it difficult for something to drive off with your boat. The big problem is usually vandalism. If you have an expensive boat, you might consider an indoor unit, but the first issue you should consider is your insurance. If there is a significant difference in the premiums for storing the boat indoors versus outdoors, it may be worth the extra money for an indoor unit. However, your deductible will also play a part in the calculation. If you have a high deductible, you may also want to consider an indoor unit.

You can own a boat without storing it at your residence or in the water, but you should take the time to consider the issues listed above before deciding exactly what type of boat storage unit is best for you. For more information, contact companies like Safegard Self Storage.


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