You can usually guess a vessel’s whole story just by looking at its frame. When a man called us about a 1970 welded aluminum fishing boat sitting in Lawrence, Indiana, I could tell before we left the shop that it had sat untouched for years. He bought it cheap fifteen years back and never got the engine running. Now it was tied off at a shared community dock, sitting low in the water.
April rains were filling the hull, and corrosion along the keel had opened up a fist-sized hole near the stern. The dock had loose boards with almost nowhere for our crew to stand safely, making this boat removal tricky. Before setting foot on the dock, our crew checked for leaks and fluids to avoid spreading hazardous oils into the water. We went through the paperwork in his garage, and the owner signed the release of liability when he booked the job. We pumped the water out while it was still tied up, floated it gently to the ramp, and pulled it onto our trailer.
After the boat removal process was complete, we took it apart. Metal went to aluminum recycling, usable hardware was saved for salvage, and the non-recyclable hull pieces went to proper disposal. The owner kept his receipt and finally got his dock space back. If you have an unwanted boat on your property or waterfront, call All Star Hauling at 866-994-1769.
What a trailer says about the boat on it
Usually, we examine the tires and wheel bearings before pulling any vessel down the road. Dry-rotted rubber or rusty hubs tell us right away if the rig can travel as one piece or if it needs to be dismantled on site. Indiana thaws and spring rains fill cracked hulls fast, adding hundreds of pounds of hidden water weight that can crush an old deck during loading.
What this boat removal in Lawrence, IN involved
| Job | Boat removal with salvage and recycling |
|---|---|
| Boat | 1970 welded aluminum fishing boat, about 18 feet |
| Where it sat | Tied off at a shared community dock, low in the water |
| Who called | A man who bought it cheap fifteen years ago and never got it running |
| What was wrong | Corrosion along the keel and a hole the size of a fist near the stern |
| Estimate | Free estimate before the date was set |
| Paperwork | Release of liability signed at booking |
| Area | Marion County, IN |
This story is an illustrative example of boat removal in Marion County, not a record of one customer’s job. Photos are illustrative.
Lawrence owners ask about boat removal
Do you handle hurricane-damaged boats?
Yes, we do. Our licensed and insured crew removes storm-damaged, crushed, and partially submerged vessels from private yards, docks, and marinas. We bring our own trailer and equipment to pump out water, haul the broken hull away, and manage the complete disposal.
Can I get rid of a boat without title?
Yes, in many cases we can still take the vessel. The property owner or boat owner signs a release of liability during booking. Send us photos of the boat and where it sits, and we will explain what paper you need for the pickup.
Our boat removal service areas in Marion County
We pick up boats across Marion County, in Speedway, Beech Grove, Meridian Hills and Clermont. Spring rains in Lawrence quickly turn minor cracks into major leaks. Water pools in low spots, making a derelict pontoon or sailboat heavier and much harder to lift out of the mud once the season starts.
Got a boat that needs to leave Lawrence? Call 866-994-1769 for a free estimate.