In short, a boat management company provides boat owners with the peace of mind that their vessel is cared for whilst they are not around and kept in great condition so that it is ready to head out on the water when they are.
In order to keep your boat adventure-ready a boat management company will deal with the following:
Keeping Your Vessel Ship Shape
With a boat management company, you will be confident that every time you step onto your vessel not only does it look its best, everything is in working order.
They will ensure that your boat is cleaned regularly. This is not only to keep it presentable but also because cleaning a boat regularly ensures that any minor issues are noticed and dealt with before they turn into bigger problems.
Then, once your boating season is over, a good management company will know the best way to store your boat. By following the proper wintering procedures they will help to avoid deterioration during colder and wetter months.
Regular Maintenance
Routine maintenance like yearly checks, antifouling, zinc changes, engine service and all other specific jobs to keep the boat in its best condition are organised and dealt with by your boat management company.
Local Professional Knowledge
When it comes to upgrading, refitting, or repairs a boat management company usually has a large network of local specialists. This network and industry experience can be the difference between getting the job done properly at a fair price and an expensive disaster ladened project.
The company should project manage these jobs at the yard to ensure that everything is done as contracted and report back to you with progress, videos and photos.
Legal & Safety
Legalising and keeping a boat ‘safety compliant’ can be a bureaucratic nightmare. Boat management companies are generally very proficient with these processes, making it one less thing that you need to worry about.
Having everything up to code will not only save you money in expensive fines, but also if things do go wrong when out at sea you will be sure that all your safety equipment is ready to be deployed.
Guardianship
When harsh weather arrives you can rest assured that your boat management company has made the proper preparations to protect your vessel. This may be adding extra docking lines and fenders or even just running a dehumidifier during a wet period. Simple preventive measures can make a big difference and avoid potentially costly damage to your vessel
Skippering & Training
At times you may need your boat taken to a new location or maybe you would prefer someone else to skipper the boat whilst you spend time with friends or family on board. Good boat management companies will have experienced professional skippers fit for these tasks.
If you are new to boating or new to a specific type of boat, you can also get instruction from the professional skippers provided by your boat management company. This will help you build your boat handling skills and confidence so that you can begin to take your vessel out unaided.
In Conclusion
In summary, a good boat management company primarily makes sure your boat is kept in the best possible condition, ready for you to jump on board worry-free.
But a well-kept boat is not all you should expect. An established and professional boat management company should also save you from any unnecessary expenses and worries that may come with owning a boat. By advising and guiding you through all the trickier aspects they should alleviate any stresses accompanying boat ownership and in doing so allow you to truly enjoy your vessel.