Short answer: Harbor Marine helps Cumming owners move boats from Forsyth-side docks, lifts and driveways to our Buford shop when a repair needs it. Call or text (770) 967-8495 to plan.
From the Forsyth side to the shop
Cumming sits on the Forsyth County side of Lake Lanier. Our shop is at 6516 Lanier Islands Parkway in Buford. When a repair needs the shop and the boat lives in the water, or the owner does not have a tow vehicle, transport gets it there. We only recommend it when the job needs a bench, a lift or curing time.
Jobs that need the move
- Drive rebuilds. See sterndrive repair in Cumming.
- Structural or below-waterline fiberglass. See gel coat repair in Cumming.
- Larger engine repairs that need a bench.
Routine work usually stays put through mobile service in Cumming.
Planning around the lake
Getting a boat out of the water depends on where it is and what the lake is doing. Shallow coves and some ramps get harder to use when the level drops. We plan the timing around the boat's location and current conditions.
What we need
- Boat length, make and model.
- Where it is: dock address and cove, marina and slip, or driveway.
- Access details.
- The repair, so we can confirm it needs the shop.
Making the most of the trip
Because the trip from Cumming to Buford is a real move, it makes sense to bundle work. Many owners add a drive inspection, a gel coat repair, a detail or winterization while the boat is already at the shop. We plan the return trip with you before the boat leaves.
What affects a 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, on a lift or on a trailer.
- Access at the pickup location.
- The return trip.
From the Forsyth side to Buford
Cumming boats that need shop work have to get across to our shop in Buford, near the south end of the lake. For trailer boats that is a simple tow. For boats kept in the water, the move usually starts with a haul-out at a ramp or marina, then a trip on a trailer. We help plan both steps.
Lake level and ramps
Lake level affects which ramps are usable for bigger boats. When the lake is low, some ramps are too shallow or have the end of the concrete exposed. We take the level into account when planning a haul-out, so the boat comes out where it is safe to do so.
What to tell us when you call
The more we know up front, the smoother the move. Tell us the boat's length, beam and rough weight, where it is now and how it is kept: on a lift, in a slip, at a dock or on a trailer. Let us know if it has a trailer and whether that trailer is road-ready. Tell us what work it needs, so we can plan the repair along with the move. Photos of the boat and trailer help.
If the boat cannot run, tell us that too. A boat that cannot move under its own power may need a tow to the ramp or a different plan for getting it out of the water.
Timing a move around the season
Spring and fall are the busiest times to move boats, as owners launch or haul out for winter. If your Cumming boat needs shop work, mid-summer or mid-winter moves are often easier to schedule. Call early in busy seasons.
Nearby
Boaters on the Forsyth side can also see boat transport in Alpharetta or Suwanee, or on Lake Lanier for the whole lake. Owners near our shop can see Buford. Everything we do in town is on our Cumming boat repair page, and our main service page explains the process. Contact us anytime.