I can usually tell how long a boat has been sitting before I even touch the fiberglass hull. When this 25-foot fishing boat rolled into my view in Houston, the tires on its trailer were cracked right down to the cord, and the wheel bearings had turned to solid rust. A local couple called us while settling an estate. They were moving into a condo, and this non-running vessel was taking up space the new buyers wanted back.
Before our crew moved anything, the property owners signed the release of liability at booking. We checked the bilges for hazardous fuel and oil leaks to keep the yard clean. Since those trailer hubs were locked up tight, pulling it down the drive on its own wheels was out. We pulled up with our own trailer, winched the whole rig straight onto our deck, and strapped it down secure.
From there, we handled the boat removal process by hauling the rig to our shop. We stripped out the usable metal and salvage parts for recycling, and brought the rest to a local disposal facility that takes old hulls. The family kept their receipt and cleared the yard in time for closing. If you have derelict boat trailers or unwanted vessels in Houston, call 866-994-1769.
What a trailer says about the boat on it
Usually, we inspect the tires and grease caps first because dry-rot lines and dark grease streaks show if a trailer will roll or drag. February brings cooler days that firm up the soft turf, but months of rain have usually filled the floor foam with water. That extra weight changes how we winch a vessel out.
Our Houston boat job on one page
| Job | Boat pickup by our crew |
|---|---|
| Boat | 1999 walkaround fishing boat, about 25 feet |
| Where it sat | On a trailer in the yard of an estate the family was settling |
| Who called | A couple downsizing to a condo with no room for a trailer |
| What was wrong | Faded gelcoat, sun-split seats and a cracked windshield |
| Estimate | Estimate agreed before booking |
| Paperwork | Signed release of liability |
| Area | Harris County, TX |
Composite example from Harris County, not one person’s job. The photos are illustrative.
What boat removal costs in Houston, TX
How much does boat removal cost in Houston?
Our boat removal pricing starts at a $400 minimum service charge. The final cost depends on the size of the boat, where it sits, its condition, and if we have to dismantle it on site. We provide a free estimate up front when you send photos of your boat.
Are your haulers in Houston licensed and insured?
Yes, our crew is fully licensed and insured for all junk boat hauling jobs. Whether your vessel sits at a waterfront dock, a marina, or on blocks in a backyard, we have the proper gear and experience to clear it out safely without damaging your property.
Junk boat removal around Houston, TX
We pick up boats across Harris County, in Pasadena, La Porte, Deer Park and Humble. Winter air dries the topsoil around a property, but trapped moisture inside the fiberglass hull makes the vessel heavier to lift than it looks. That extra weight can sink standard trailer wheels deep into lawn turf if you try moving it without heavy ramps.
Send a few photos or call 866-994-1769, and we will price your boat removal in Houston.