Short answer: Harbor Marine helps Buford owners move boats from slips, docks, driveways and storage lots to our shop at 6516 Lanier Islands Parkway when the repair needs it. Call (770) 967-8495.
A short trip for Buford boats
Our shop is at 6516 Lanier Islands Parkway in Buford, so moving a Buford boat to the shop is usually a short trip. That matters when a boat does not have its own trailer, or the owner does not have a tow vehicle or a free afternoon.
Where we move boats from
- Marina slips near Lake Lanier Islands.
- Private docks and lifts on the south end of the lake.
- Storage lots and driveways around town.
Boats in the water have to come out first. We plan that around the boat, the location and the lake level.
Jobs that need the move
We only recommend transport when the work needs the shop. That usually means drive rebuilds, covered on sterndrive repair in Buford, and structural or below-waterline fiberglass work, covered on gel coat repair in Buford. Routine work can usually happen where the boat is through mobile service in Buford.
What to tell us
- The boat's length, make and model.
- Where it is and how it is kept.
- Access details for the marina, dock or lot.
- What the repair is.
Planning the timing
The best time to move a boat to the shop is when the repair can start soon after it arrives. We plan the move around the repair schedule, so the boat is not sitting in the yard waiting. For seasonal work like winterization, fall moves fill up, so book early.
Getting more done in one trip
Once the boat is at the shop, it is a good chance to handle other work: a drive inspection, a gel coat repair or a detail. Ask us to look the boat over when it arrives, and we will tell you if anything else is worth doing while it is here.
Pickup or return, your choice
Because our shop is right here in Buford, many owners pick the boat up themselves when the work is done. If you do not have a tow vehicle, we can plan the return trip to your driveway, storage lot or the water instead. Tell us which you prefer when you book, so we can plan the whole trip.
For boats that live on the south end of the lake near Lake Lanier Islands, the return usually means a launch at a nearby ramp. We will talk through the options based on where your boat is kept.
What affects a Buford move
Pricing is set when you call for a quote. These are the things that change the size of the job:
- Boat size and weight.
- Whether the boat is in the water or on a trailer.
- Access at the pickup location.
- Whether you want it returned or will pick it up.
Because the shop is in Buford, most local moves are short.
Seasonal timing in Buford
Spring and fall are the busiest times for moving boats, as owners get ready for the season or put boats away. If your Buford boat needs shop work around those times, call early so the move and the repair can be scheduled together. Mid-summer and mid-winter moves are usually easier to fit in.
Nearby
We also help move boats for owners in Sugar Hill, Flowery Branch and on Lake Lanier. See our main boat transport page, everything on our Buford boat repair page, or contact us to plan a move.