Boats are an excellent way for Texans to get out and enjoy the waters of local lakes and nearby oceans. However, boats only have a lifespan between 10 and 20 years. Beyond that, many parts start to malfunction, repairs become more expensive, and new models start to make the eye wander.
However, letting your boat rot at a dock or in storage isn’t the way to send off a vehicle that’s given you years of happiness. Here are some tips for scrapping your old boat.
Not only can you get cash from a scrap metal recycler, but you’ll be putting valuable metals back into your immediate community.
When Do You Know It’s Time to Scrap a Boat?
Buying a boat is expensive. So, it makes sense that owners are hesitant to let go when a boat reaches its end of life.
When your boat is no longer safe to take out on the water or just goes through more repair than recreation, it’s time to consider scrapping it.
Although you may believe your boat will hold infinite value, the truth is that it won’t. The value of the metals you sell is based on their integrity, type, and what the market offers at any moment.
What Scraps Can a Boat Give You?
Boats are made from different types of materials; not all are scrapable and will end up in a landfill.
At Action Metals Recyclers, we accept all aluminum, steel, and stainless steel that are commonly found on boats. We promise to help you separate your metals and ensure that you receive top dollar on all metals you bring to our Dallas recycling facility.
Fiberglass is a common material found within a boat’s hull. Fiberglass isn’t a scrapable material and we cannot accept such parts from your boat.
Top Scrapable Parts of a Boat
Keep the following parts of your boat in mind when looking at your boat and wondering where you should start the scrapping process:
- Engine
- Engine Bracket
- Seats
- Bow Rails
- Clean Aluminum Removed From Fiberglass
- Fuel Tanks
- Leaning Posts
- Consoles
- Brackets, and more!
What Should You Remove Before Scrapping Your Boat?
Much like when you scrap an automobile, there are some obvious items you will need to remove before tearing the boat apart for scraps.
Aside from standard things like personal items and equipment, some essential things you’ll need to remove before scrapping are:
- Plastics
- Toxic Waste
- Oils
- Solvents
- Freon from Refrigerators
- Loose Trash
Schedule Your Scrap Metal Drop-Off Today, With Action Metals Recyclers
Whether you are planning to scrap a boat or need to get that pile of aluminum cans off your property, Action Metals Recyclers is ready to help. We are Dallas’s top scrap metal recycling team and guarantee top dollar on all metals we buy.
