Boat Salvage, Tarentum, Pennsylvania

The first thing customers must do before getting an accurate quote for boat removal is to simply fill out a form on our website. Without knowing the boats’ location and information we can’t properly estimate the cost of removing or disposing of your boat.

Our team of salvage operators concentrate on marine towing by water, and transport by land. We evaluate the circumstances surrounding the vessel, including the extent of damage (if any), the presence of environmental hazards or oil and fuel leaks, and our logistical liaisons delve into any challenges of retrieval to ensure an efficient boat removal experience. Boat Junkyards preliminary assessment starts the development of a plan for safely retrieving and transporting the boat from its current location to a designated destination on land.

This may involve mobilizing specialized equipment such as towboats, salvage vessels, cranes, winches, and towing rigs tailored to the size and condition of the vessel. Salvage operators coordinate logistics, assemble necessary tools and materials, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements governing salvage operations, safety protocols, and environmental protection measures.

Salvage operators employ a mixture of techniques and equipment to stabilize, tow, or lift the boat, depending on factors such as the vessel’s size, condition, and accessibility. This may include attaching tow lines, deploying floating devices, or using cranes and hoists to lift the boat onto a salvage vessel or towing rig for transport to shore.

Salvage operators navigate the vessel through waterways, channels, and harbors, ensuring safe passage and minimizing the risk of further damage or environmental impact. Towing vessels may employ propulsion systems such as engines, propellers, or thrusters to maneuver and control the boat’s movement, while towing rigs utilize winches, cables, and towlines to tow the vessel to its destination on land.

Our salvage team will coordinate with haul-outs, boatyards, marinas, salvage yards, repair facilities, or disposal sites to facilitate the offloading and disposal process. Depending on the vessel’s condition and the owner’s preferences, the boat may go through further assessment, repair, refurbishment, or dismantling, or it may be disposed of in accordance with environmental regulations and disposal guidelines.

Salvage operators separate engine blocks, electronics, recyclable materials such as metal, glass, and plastic from the vessel’s hull, disposing of non-recyclable materials in accordance with environmental regulations and waste management requirements every facility is different and usually has different prerequisites to dumping boats.

Boat Junkyards will coordinate with waste management authorities and disposal facilities to ensure proper handling and disposal of salvaged boats, minimizing environmental impact and pollution.

However, in some scenarios, salvaged boats in need of repair or refurbishment that have value may be transported to a boat repair facilities or marine maintenance shop for assessment, estimation, and repair services. Boat repair facilities specialize in repairing hull damage, structural defects, mechanical failures, and cosmetic issues, restoring salvaged vessels to seaworthy condition. Marine professionals at repair facilities perform a range of services, including fiberglass repair, welding, painting, engine maintenance, and electrical work.

Salvage auctions offer salvaged vessels to buyers, salvage operators, dealers, and enthusiasts at discounted prices, allowing them to purchase and refurbish salvaged boats for personal or commercial use. Salvage sales events may be held online or in-person, providing opportunities for buyers to acquire salvaged boats at competitive prices and participate in the salvage industry.

Larger vessels require more labor, equipment, and resources to retrieve, transport, and dispose of, resulting in higher overall costs. Additionally, vessels with extensive damage, structural defects, or environmental contamination may incur additional expenses for specialized equipment, materials, and disposal procedures.

Retrieving and transporting vessels from remote or inaccessible locations may require additional time, fuel, and logistical support, resulting in higher transportation costs. Salvage operators must consider factors such as navigational hazards, distance, weather conditions, and waterway restrictions when planning and executing pickup transport operations. Take into consideration most tow boats tow at a rate of 5-6 nautical miles per hour. Also consider that the tow boat operator will have time spent driving and dispatching the tow boat and trailer by land, then water. After reaching the disposal, haul-out, or boat ramp destination the tow boat team has to return, and the salvage team has to stay with the boat to finish the transport or disposal process. 

Salvage operators utilize a variety of vessels, towing rigs, cranes, and equipment to retrieve, tow, and transport salvaged boats from water to land. The choice of transportation method depends on factors such as the vessel’s size, condition, and location, as well as operational requirements, safety considerations, and environmental regulations.

Salvage operators may charge hourly rates, daily rates, or project-based fees for labor and personnel services, depending on the complexity and duration of the salvage operation.

For wide load, and large yachts and boats salvage operators must obtain necessary permits, licenses, and approvals from regulatory agencies to conduct salvage activities legally especially for road transport. Costs may include fees for permit applications, environmental assessments, waste disposal, and pollution control measures.

Basic pickup transport services include retrieval, towing, and transportation of the salvaged vessel from water to land, using standard towing vessels, equipment, and procedures.

The cost of specialized equipment and services for pickup transport and haul-off operations can vary widely depending on factors such as equipment availability, rental rates, and operational requirements.

Distance and location surcharges may vary depending on factors such as the distance traveled, navigational challenges, and environmental conditions.

Environmental compliance costs can include fees for permit applications, environmental assessments, waste disposal, and pollution control measures, depending on regulatory requirements and site-specific conditions.

Salvage operators may itemize these fees separately or include them in the overall pricing structure for pickup transport and haul-off services.