Get Your Boat Ready For The Summer Season

With summer around the corner, you are no doubt looking forward to a beautiful day on the water. Boating is one of the best things about the season, along with all the fun, fishing, eating and laughing that goes with it. 

It’s important to prep your boat properly before taking it out of storage and hitting the water. This quick list will give you the basics for getting your boat sea-worthy after a winter hibernation.

1. General Cleaning  And Inspection

Give your boat a thorough cleaning and inspect the hull for scratches, gouges, and abrasions. Inspect rudder and fittings, swim platform/ladder, etc. Have any repairs done and apply a fresh coat of wax.

2. Check Safety Equipment

Dinghies, fire extinguishers, safety lights and any other safety equipment on board.

3. Miscellaneous

Be sure to check batteries, electrical systems, hoses, clamps, connectors etc. Change oil and filters. Check transmission fluid. Be sure everything is lubricated and continue checking for damage and needed repairs. 

4. Water Systems

Flush water tanks and check water system for any leaks. Check hot water tank.

5. Galley

If your boat has a galley, be sure you do a thorough once-over of all components, fill propane tank, etc.

If you are familiar with boat maintenance, you can do most things yourself, if not, you’ll have to have a professional handle it. It’s always a good idea to go through a detailed checklist to ensure that your boat is ready for the water.

Also, you’ll want to be sure your boat insurance is up-to-date. If you are in the Cullman, AL area, contact Insurance Solutions Inc. to determine if you have the appropriate boat insurance for your needs.