The photos sent over by a Cedar Park couple showed a 19-foot open-bow runabout sitting tucked in the back corner of their lot. They were downsizing to a condo, and the yard had to be cleared before closing. The picture made the boat look solid, but it missed the rotted floor, the cracked transom, and the fact that it sat on blocks with no trailer under it.
Getting a non-running vessel out of a yard like that takes planning. A narrow side yard and a locked gate meant we could not back a trailer anywhere near it. Before touching a tool, our crew checked for hazardous fluids in the engine and fuel lines. Since the hull had pulled away from the stringers, it was unsafe to move whole. We used handheld saws to dismantle the fiberglass hull on site, stacking the pieces neatly as we worked.
Our crew carried every section down the side path to our own trailer parked on the street. The aluminum hardware and scrap metal went to a local recycling center, while the remaining hull pieces were taken for proper disposal. The property owners kept their signed release of liability along with a clear bill of sale, and the lawn was left clean. If you have a derelict hull in Williamson County, call 866-994-1769 for our boat removal services.
What I check first on every boat
Typically, we find that a vessel sitting outside through a wet Texas summer holds dozens of gallons of water hidden in the foam beneath the floorboards. That extra weight can surprise you when lifting a hull. Before we ever hook up a trailer, we always inspect the tires and wheel bearings, because dry rot and rusted spindles will turn a simple haul into a roadside breakdown very quickly.
Job summary: boat removal in Cedar Park
| Job | Boat removal with salvage and recycling |
|---|---|
| Boat | 1984 open-bow runabout, about 19 feet |
| Where it sat | On jack stands in a back corner of the yard, no trailer under it |
| Who called | A couple downsizing to a condo with no room for a trailer |
| What was wrong | Soft spots across the floor and a transom that had pulled away from the stringers |
| Estimate | Free estimate before the date was set |
| Paperwork | Release of liability with the deposit |
| Area | Williamson County, TX |
Shown as an example of our boat removal work in Williamson County; not a specific job record. Photos are illustrative only.
Two questions from Cedar Park boat owners
Can you remove a boat that is in the water?
Yes, our crew handles boat removal for vessels at a dock, marina, or waterfront location. We assess the condition of the hull first, check for sunken or partially submerged hazards, and secure the boat before winching it onto our trailer for hauling and disposal.
How do I get rid of my boat?
Call us with the location and details of your boat, or send photos of how it sits. We provide a free estimate up front so you know the pricing. Once you book, our licensed and insured crew handles the boat removal process, dismantling, and proper disposal.
Junk boat removal around Cedar Park, TX
We pick up boats across Williamson County, in Georgetown, Taylor, Hutto and Liberty Hill. March brings a cooler stretch of weather that firms up the soil, making it much easier to wheel equipment across a yard. However, rain trapped inside an open boat over previous months adds heavy water weight that makes cutting and hauling far more labor intensive.
Got a boat that needs to leave Cedar Park? Call 866-994-1769 for a free estimate.