Why Do I Need A Boat Checking Service
Boat Check Service
Owning a yacht or motorboat can be a joy, but when you can't be there regularly, unexpected problems can develop. A professional boat checking service ensures your vessel stays safe, dry and ready to use, saving you costly repairs and giving you peace of mind.
At SafeHarbour Yacht Care, we provide dependable, local boat watching service for yachts moored along the Dorset coastline from Poole Harbour to Weymouth. Whether you're away for a few weeks or through the long winter months, we make sure your boat stays exactly how you left it, ready for your next visit
Common Risks When Boats Are Left Unattended
Even the best kept vessels can suffer if left unchecked for long periods.
Common problems include:
- Flat or failing batteries
- Damp mould and poor ventilation
- Sea cock seizure through marine growth
- Water ingress through hatches or seals
- Chafed or slipped mooring lines
- Automatic bilge pump failure
- Storm or Wind Damage
- Unauthorised access or Theft
A simple oversight can become a major and costly repair. A regular boat check service will reduce that risk dramatically.
Benefits of a Regular Boat Checking Service
Having a trusted local service watching over your boat means:
- Early detection of problems before they become costly
- Compliance with many insurers' unattended boat requirements
- Improved longevity of onboard systems
- Exercising the sea cocks prevents marine growth building up
- Less corrosion and damp related damage
- Peace of mind - wherever you are
Our Clients tell us they simply enjoy knowing that someone experienced is keeping an eye on their pride and joy.
How SafeHarbour Yacht Check Care Works
We offer flexible guardianage and boat checking service packages tailored to your needs, from basic visual inspections to full post storm checks. Each visit includes a photographic report sent directly to you, so you can see the condition of your yacht in real time. We'll ventilate the cabins, check mooring lines, exercise the sea cocks and ensure everything is secure and shipshape.
Because we're boat owners ourselves, we know what to look for and how to prevent problems before they start.