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How to Store Your Boat During WinterUnlike your house and car which you could see and check daily during the winter season, boats are more difficult to check. All the same, it is still necessary to properly winterize your boat to insure better performance and longer lifespan. Insurance policies might not include damages caused by mishandling or improper boat maintenance.
Start your boat winterizing by removing your boat from the water and storing it in a covered, dry area. Boats left outside during winter would sooner or later have problems. Heavy snow could damage the scuppers, thru-hull fittings, and gunnels. Consult the boat manual. Most likely, the methods and recommendations from the manufacturer regarding its winterization is already written there. If you must, you could also get someone who knows how to winterize boats, particularly if you are not totally confident with your skills or if this is your first time to have a boat. Here are some things to consider when winterizing a boat: >>>READ MORE |