How to Rent Dock Space for a Boat
Owning a boat is a luxury that many people thoroughly enjoy. When the fun time is over, you have to have a place to dock your boat. Finding dock space for a boat can be a little more challenging than one would think.
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Know the measurements of your boat. You boat should be too large for the dock slip space to accommodate it.
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Keep persistent if you're looking for dock space for a boat on the ocean. Often there are more demands for dock space than there are spaces. You might employ a dock search company. This is sort of like a real estate agent for boat docks. These services come with fees, but in some areas, this may be your best solution to finding appropriate rental dock spaces.
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Consider a stacked boat dock. These are more available in larger marina areas or oceanfront docks. If you are not in a hurry to jump right in your boat each time you take it out, this would be a good dock style to consider. There may be 4 or 5 stories of boats. You call ahead to let them know you're on the way, and a service person will use a lift to lower your boat into the water. When you return, they put the boat back in the stack.
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Ask current rental holders of dock space about subleasing their space. Some owners may be paying slots for they are not using.
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Contact owners of boat houses on lakes or waterways in the areas where you are looking for dock space. Many times boathouses have boat stalls or dock spaces that the owners may be willing to rent out.
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Get on line. Many people have docked boats at marinas for years, and they pass their spots on to others. If you have a specific marina in which you would like to dock your boat docked, put your name on a list with the owner or manager. Regularly call to see if a dock space has become available.
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Consider your rental fee. Don't pay by the month, as you may be bumped out if someone is willing to pay for a longer term. Ask for a lease or rental agreement for a specific term.
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Tips & Warnings
Buy your own insurance for your boat and any accessories on it.
Check out the security provided by any possible marinas or dock rental spaces. Make sure there is adequate lighting, security gates and security personnel. Boats are vulnerable to theft.
