{"id":5168,"date":"2020-03-27T08:59:13","date_gmt":"2020-03-27T15:59:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/?p=5168"},"modified":"2026-01-06T14:29:22","modified_gmt":"2026-01-06T21:29:22","slug":"quick-guide-to-boat-storage","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/quick-guide-to-boat-storage\/","title":{"rendered":"A Quick Guide to Boat Storage"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are a boat owner or you are thinking about owning one, it is exciting to get your boat out on the water and have fun. One of the most important factors to consider in owning a boat&nbsp;is <strong>where you plan to use your boat<\/strong>, <strong>how often you plan to use it<\/strong>, and any budget restrictions.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When storing your prized vessel, you&rsquo;ll <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"important-factors-in-choosing-boat-storage-solutions\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Important Factors&nbsp;in Choosing Boat Storage Solutions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&rsquo;re storing a vessel, there&rsquo;s <strong>a bounty of boat storage options available<\/strong>. The one you choose will depend on several factors. Here are a few things to consider when shopping for boat storage:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The Size of the Boat<br><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The bigger the boat, the more limited the storage options available.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Location<br><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Boat storage in milder climates is so much easier and more readily available than in areas with severe winters. Why is winter weather bad for boats? Water can freeze and damage the exterior or internal pipes and parts.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>How Often You Plan to Use the Boat<br><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you will be on the lake every weekend or if you only take the boat out once per year for a week&rsquo;s vacation, that will make a difference in the kind of accessibility that you will require.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Your Budget<br><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you willing to do a bit more work and pay less? You may not need additional storage if you are already paying slip fees. You can store the boat there and maintain it on-site. This is a great option if you have a boathouse or slip on your coastal property. Alternatively, you can park it in your yard for free.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"types-of-boat-storage\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Types of Boat Storage<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Storage can basically be broken into two types of storage: <strong>indoor boat storage<\/strong> and <strong>outdoor boat storage<\/strong>. But there are many kinds of storage within these two types. They include:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lifts<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slips<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Storage units<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Self-storage<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Boatyard storage<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To find out which is right for you, we need to drill down into the pros and cons of each.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<html><body><div id=\"in_post\">\n    <div class=\"variant\">\r\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/boat-storage-near-me\" onclick=\"rudderanalytics.track('press editorial cta button', {location: 'first in post', version: '2.2'}, () =&gt; { console.log('track call'); });\">\r\n\t\t  <div class=\"first-in-post-cta\">\r\n\t\t    <header>\r\n\t\t      <h2 id=\"how-neighbor-is-changing-boat-storage\">How Neighbor is changing boat storage<\/h2>\r\n\t\t    <\/header>\r\n\t\t    <section>\r\n\t\t      <div class=\"service-option\">\r\n\t\t        <div class=\"service-option-icon\">\r\n\t\t          <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"60\" height=\"60\" viewbox=\"0 0 60 60\" fill=\"none\">\r\n\t\t            <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M13.125 9.375C11.0539 9.375 9.375 11.0539 9.375 13.125V46.875C9.375 48.9461 11.0539 50.625 13.125 50.625H46.875C48.9461 50.625 50.625 48.9461 50.625 46.875V13.125C50.625 11.0539 48.9461 9.375 46.875 9.375H13.125ZM28.125 16.875C28.125 15.8395 28.9645 15 30 15C31.0355 15 31.875 15.8395 31.875 16.875V20.625H35.625C36.6605 20.625 37.5 21.4645 37.5 22.5C37.5 23.5355 36.6605 24.375 35.625 24.375H26.25C25.2145 24.375 24.375 25.2145 24.375 26.25C24.375 27.2855 25.2145 28.125 26.25 28.125H33.75C36.8566 28.125 39.375 30.6434 39.375 33.75C39.375 36.8566 36.8566 39.375 33.75 39.375H31.875V43.125C31.875 44.1605 31.0355 45 30 45C28.9645 45 28.125 44.1605 28.125 43.125V39.375H22.5C21.4645 39.375 20.625 38.5355 20.625 37.5C20.625 36.4645 21.4645 35.625 22.5 35.625H33.75C34.7855 35.625 35.625 34.7855 35.625 33.75C35.625 32.7145 34.7855 31.875 33.75 31.875H26.25C23.1434 31.875 20.625 29.3566 20.625 26.25C20.625 23.1434 23.1434 20.625 26.25 20.625H28.125V16.875Z\" fill=\"#005EB8\"><\/path>\r\n\t\t          <\/svg>\r\n\t\t        <\/div>\r\n\t\t        <h3 id=\"transparent-monthly-savings\">Transparent monthly savings<\/h3>\r\n\t\t        <p>Renters save 30-50% on boat storage, on average. 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Neighbor makes it easy.<\/p>\r\n\t\t      <\/div>\r\n\t\t    <\/section>\r\n\t\t    <footer>\r\n\t\t      <button>Search nearby boat storage <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"25\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 25 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n\t\t          <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M11 2.90625C9.4981 2.90625 8.02993 3.35162 6.78114 4.18603C5.53236 5.02044 4.55905 6.20642 3.98429 7.594C3.40954 8.98157 3.25916 10.5084 3.55217 11.9815C3.84517 13.4545 4.56841 14.8076 5.63041 15.8696C6.69242 16.9316 8.04549 17.6548 9.51854 17.9478C10.9916 18.2408 12.5184 18.0905 13.906 17.5157C14.4508 17.29 14.9646 17.0029 15.4382 16.6618L19.5132 20.7368C19.9892 21.2127 20.7608 21.2127 21.2368 20.7368C21.7127 20.2608 21.7127 19.4892 21.2368 19.0132L17.1618 14.9382C17.2137 14.8661 17.2645 14.793 17.314 14.7189C18.1484 13.4701 18.5938 12.0019 18.5938 10.5C18.5938 8.48601 17.7937 6.55451 16.3696 5.13041C14.9455 3.7063 13.014 2.90625 11 2.90625ZM14.7493 14.0398C14.9463 13.8311 15.1264 13.6054 15.2873 13.3647C15.8538 12.5167 16.1562 11.5198 16.1562 10.5C16.1562 9.13248 15.613 7.82096 14.646 6.85398C13.679 5.887 12.3675 5.34375 11 5.34375C9.98019 5.34375 8.98328 5.64616 8.13534 6.21273C7.2874 6.77931 6.62651 7.58461 6.23625 8.52679C5.84599 9.46897 5.74387 10.5057 5.94283 11.5059C6.14178 12.5061 6.63287 13.4249 7.35398 14.146C8.0751 14.8671 8.99385 15.3582 9.99407 15.5572C10.9943 15.7561 12.031 15.654 12.9732 15.2638C13.5557 15.0225 14.086 14.6777 14.5398 14.2493C14.5699 14.2108 14.6028 14.1737 14.6382 14.1382C14.6737 14.1028 14.7108 14.0699 14.7493 14.0398Z\" fill=\"#EFF5F8\"><\/path>\r\n\t\t        <\/svg>\r\n\t\t      <\/button>\r\n\t\t    <\/footer>\r\n\t\t  <\/div>\r\n\t\t<\/a>\r\n\t<\/div>\n  <\/div><\/body><\/html><h2 id=\"types-of-indoor-boat-storage\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Types of Indoor Boat Storage<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indoor boat storage options <\/span>are fully enclosed<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span>offering <strong>optimal protection\/coverage against the <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">elements.<\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> <\/span>For an added cost, you can find climate-controlled, indoor boat storage options. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Generally speaking,<\/em> <strong>indoor boat storage options are more expensive than outdoor storage.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If leaning towards this type of boat storage,&nbsp;you will need to consider the availability, security, and amenities that meet your needs. Indoor storage options for boats are available in many forms. Some of the common options include:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"dry-stacked-storage-indoor\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dry Stacked Storage (Indoor) <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"860\"  height=\"440\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAA1wAAAG4AQMAAABrYXQ6AAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAERJREFUeNrtwQEBAAAAgiD\/r25IQAEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAADwYLtYAAEeKygEAAAAAElFTkSuQmCC\"  alt=\"Average cost of dry stacked boat storage\"  class=\"wp-image-12640 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"(max-width: 860px) 100vw, 860px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Indoor-dry-stacked-boat-storage-Color-2.png\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Indoor-dry-stacked-boat-storage-Color-2.png 860w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Indoor-dry-stacked-boat-storage-Color-2-300x153.png 300w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Indoor-dry-stacked-boat-storage-Color-2-768x393.png 768w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Indoor-dry-stacked-boat-storage-Color-2-380x194.png 380w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Indoor-dry-stacked-boat-storage-Color-2-550x281.png 550w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Indoor-dry-stacked-boat-storage-Color-2-800x409.png 800w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Indoor-dry-stacked-boat-storage-Color-2-760x389.png 760w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Indoor-dry-stacked-boat-storage-Color-2-600x307.png 600w\" ><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Stacked storage is also known as the &ldquo;boatel.&rdquo;&nbsp;This is a storage option where boats are stored in a warehouse on racks. The <strong>boats are handled with forklifts<\/strong> and are taken in and out by trained personnel. Some boat owners use this storage to avoid slip costs; they can call ahead and take their boat out only when they are ready to use it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Since it is in a warehouse, your boat is not exposed to the elements (such as UV rays and storms). <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/dry-boat-storage\/\">Dry boat storage options<\/a> also protect your boat from the water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some facilities limit the number of times you can take down your boat without incurring additional fees. <strong>If your boat is unusually large<\/strong> or if you <strong>live somewhere other than a coastal location<\/strong>, this might <strong><em>not<\/em><\/strong> be a storage option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These facilities normally implement security measures to avoid theft and vandalism. However, you are at the mercy of the attendants to have your boat taken in and out of the water. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"indoor-self-storage-storage-unit-private-garage-rental-etc\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Indoor Self-Storage <em>(Storage Unit, Private Garage Rental, etc.)<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"860\"  height=\"440\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAA1wAAAG4AQMAAABrYXQ6AAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAERJREFUeNrtwQEBAAAAgiD\/r25IQAEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAADwYLtYAAEeKygEAAAAAElFTkSuQmCC\"  alt=\"Average cost of self-service indoor boat storage \"  class=\"wp-image-12632 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"(max-width: 860px) 100vw, 860px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Indoor-self-storage.png\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Indoor-self-storage.png 860w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Indoor-self-storage-300x153.png 300w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Indoor-self-storage-768x393.png 768w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Indoor-self-storage-380x194.png 380w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Indoor-self-storage-550x281.png 550w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Indoor-self-storage-800x409.png 800w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Indoor-self-storage-760x389.png 760w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Indoor-self-storage-600x307.png 600w\" ><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some boat owners opt to store their vessels in enclosed self-storage units with ground-level, drive-up access. To safely store a boat, you&rsquo;ll need a space measuring at least 10&rsquo;x15&prime; (with larger boats, you may need a 10&rsquo;x20&prime; or 10&rsquo;x30&prime; unit). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em><strong>Note:<\/strong> Not <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">all facilities can accommodate boat owners, especially indoor-access facilities<\/span>, without any drive-up units on the premises.  <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"types-of-outdoor-boat-storage\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Types of <\/strong>Outdoor Boat Storage <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On average, outdoor boat storage options have <strong>greater availability<\/strong> and are <strong>often significantly less&nbsp;expensive than indoor storage options<\/strong> <em>(especially those indoor options with climate-control features). <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Storing your boat outdoors does require thoughtful planning and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/how-to-winterize-a-boat\/\">winterizing<\/a> beforehand. Without the right precautions, your vessel can sustain damage, shortening its lifespan. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your boat will need to either have a canopy, be <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/boat-shrink-wrapping\/\">shrink-wrapped<\/a>, or be housed under a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/the-different-types-of-boat-covers-how-to-choose-the-right-type\/\">protective cover<\/a> to help protect it from the elements while stored. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Below are the common types of outdoor boat storage to choose from:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<html><body><div id=\"2_in_post\">\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/search?can_store_vehicle=true&amp;min_length=16&amp;min_width=10&amp;overrideTitle=Boat%20Storage&amp;storing=Boat&amp;types%5B%5D=Carport&amp;types%5B%5D=Driveway&amp;types%5B%5D=Garage&amp;types%5B%5D=Parking%20Lot&amp;types%5B%5D=Unpaved%20Lot&amp;types%5B%5D=Street%20Parking&amp;types%5B%5D=Warehouse&amp;types%5B%5D=Other\" onclick=\"rudderanalytics.track('press editorial cta button', {location: 'second in post', version: '2.0'}, () =&gt; { console.log('track call'); });\">\r\n  <div class=\"second-in-post-cta\">\r\n    <section>\r\n      <div class=\"service-option\">\r\n        <h2 id=\"save-up-to-1200-year-on-boat-storage\">Save up to $1,200\/year on boat storage<\/h2>\r\n        <button>Search in your area\r\n          <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"25\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 25 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M11 2.90625C9.4981 2.90625 8.02993 3.35162 6.78114 4.18603C5.53236 5.02044 4.55905 6.20642 3.98429 7.594C3.40954 8.98157 3.25916 10.5084 3.55217 11.9815C3.84517 13.4545 4.56841 14.8076 5.63041 15.8696C6.69242 16.9316 8.04549 17.6548 9.51854 17.9478C10.9916 18.2408 12.5184 18.0905 13.906 17.5157C14.4508 17.29 14.9646 17.0029 15.4382 16.6618L19.5132 20.7368C19.9892 21.2127 20.7608 21.2127 21.2368 20.7368C21.7127 20.2608 21.7127 19.4892 21.2368 19.0132L17.1618 14.9382C17.2137 14.8661 17.2645 14.793 17.314 14.7189C18.1484 13.4701 18.5938 12.0019 18.5938 10.5C18.5938 8.48601 17.7937 6.55451 16.3696 5.13041C14.9455 3.7063 13.014 2.90625 11 2.90625ZM14.7493 14.0398C14.9463 13.8311 15.1264 13.6054 15.2873 13.3647C15.8538 12.5167 16.1562 11.5198 16.1562 10.5C16.1562 9.13248 15.613 7.82096 14.646 6.85398C13.679 5.887 12.3675 5.34375 11 5.34375C9.98019 5.34375 8.98328 5.64616 8.13534 6.21273C7.2874 6.77931 6.62651 7.58461 6.23625 8.52679C5.84599 9.46897 5.74387 10.5057 5.94283 11.5059C6.14178 12.5061 6.63287 13.4249 7.35398 14.146C8.0751 14.8671 8.99385 15.3582 9.99407 15.5572C10.9943 15.7561 12.031 15.654 12.9732 15.2638C13.5557 15.0225 14.086 14.6777 14.5398 14.2493C14.5699 14.2108 14.6028 14.1737 14.6382 14.1382C14.6737 14.1028 14.7108 14.0699 14.7493 14.0398Z\" fill=\"#EFF5F8\"><\/path>\r\n          <\/svg>\r\n        <\/button>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/section>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/a>\n  <\/div><\/body><\/html><h3 id=\"dry-stack-outdoor\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dry Stack (Outdoor) <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"860\"  height=\"440\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAA1wAAAG4AQMAAABrYXQ6AAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAERJREFUeNrtwQEBAAAAgiD\/r25IQAEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAADwYLtYAAEeKygEAAAAAElFTkSuQmCC\"  alt=\"Average cost of outdoor dry stacked boat storage\"  class=\"wp-image-12634 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"(max-width: 860px) 100vw, 860px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Outdoor-dry-stacked-boat-storage-1.png\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Outdoor-dry-stacked-boat-storage-1.png 860w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Outdoor-dry-stacked-boat-storage-1-300x153.png 300w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Outdoor-dry-stacked-boat-storage-1-768x393.png 768w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Outdoor-dry-stacked-boat-storage-1-380x194.png 380w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Outdoor-dry-stacked-boat-storage-1-550x281.png 550w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Outdoor-dry-stacked-boat-storage-1-800x409.png 800w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Outdoor-dry-stacked-boat-storage-1-760x389.png 760w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Outdoor-dry-stacked-boat-storage-1-600x307.png 600w\" ><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Liked with indoor dry stack storage, boats are handled using a forklift. Boats can only be loaded and retrieved by trained personnel, personnel who are authorized to operate the heavy machinery required. Therefore, you&rsquo;ll need to notify staffers ahead of time if you need to retrieve your vessel. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Note that with outdoor dry stack storage, <strong>boats are exposed on all sides <\/strong><em>(as there are no walls)<\/em>. In some cases, outdoor dry-stack structures will have a roof, but this feature isn&rsquo;t considered standard. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While your boat isn&rsquo;t submerged in the water,<em> reducing the risk of decay<\/em>, outdoor dry-stack storage still leaves your vessel susceptible to the elements <em>(rain, debris, etc.), <\/em>which can still leave your boat vulnerable to damage\/degradation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"wet-slips\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Wet Slips<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"860\"  height=\"440\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAA1wAAAG4AQMAAABrYXQ6AAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAERJREFUeNrtwQEBAAAAgiD\/r25IQAEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAADwYLtYAAEeKygEAAAAAElFTkSuQmCC\"  alt=\"Average cost of wet slip boat storage\"  class=\"wp-image-12637 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"(max-width: 860px) 100vw, 860px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Wet-slip.png\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Wet-slip.png 860w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Wet-slip-300x153.png 300w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Wet-slip-768x393.png 768w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Wet-slip-380x194.png 380w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Wet-slip-550x281.png 550w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Wet-slip-800x409.png 800w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Wet-slip-760x389.png 760w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Wet-slip-600x307.png 600w\" ><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Wet slips are&nbsp;the slots along a boat dock&nbsp;in a marina where you can park your boat directly in the water. They offer the most convenience, <em>but depending on the marina facility<\/em>, <strong>they can be the most expensive option. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They are <strong>great if you use your boat year-round<\/strong>. With a wet slip, you won&rsquo;t have to tow your boat or drop your vessel into the water. Your boat will be readily accessible at the drop of a hat. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Note: <\/strong><em>It&rsquo;s not uncommon for marinas to require external&nbsp;maintenance or repairs to be performed elsewhere with the boat on dry land. If you do choose to store your boat in a wet slip, know that because it&rsquo;s in the water longer, it&rsquo;ll require more attention to exterior maintenance and upkeep.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"boat-lift\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Boat Lift <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"860\"  height=\"440\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAA1wAAAG4AQMAAABrYXQ6AAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAERJREFUeNrtwQEBAAAAgiD\/r25IQAEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAADwYLtYAAEeKygEAAAAAElFTkSuQmCC\"  alt=\"Average cost of boat lift rentals\"  class=\"wp-image-12638 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"(max-width: 860px) 100vw, 860px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Boat-lift.png\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Boat-lift.png 860w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Boat-lift-300x153.png 300w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Boat-lift-768x393.png 768w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Boat-lift-380x194.png 380w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Boat-lift-550x281.png 550w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Boat-lift-800x409.png 800w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Boat-lift-760x389.png 760w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Boat-lift-600x307.png 600w\" ><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lift slips are categorized as a dry boat storage option, given that the lift suspends a boat above the water when not in use.  Unlike wet slips, storing your boat on a lift slip significantly reduces the risk of damage to the hull of your boat and can prevent the accumulation of algae or barnacles altogether. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em><strong>PRO TIP:<\/strong> Many people prefer dry or wet slips offered through their nearby marinas because of the ease of use, convenience, and social aspects. Many marinas include certain amenities baked into the cost of a slip rental, such as clubhouse access, pool access, and wi-fi<\/em> access. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"boatyards\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Boatyards<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"860\"  height=\"440\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAA1wAAAG4AQMAAABrYXQ6AAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAERJREFUeNrtwQEBAAAAgiD\/r25IQAEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAADwYLtYAAEeKygEAAAAAElFTkSuQmCC\"  alt=\"Average cost of boatyard storage\"  class=\"wp-image-12639 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"(max-width: 860px) 100vw, 860px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/boatyard.png\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/boatyard.png 860w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/boatyard-300x153.png 300w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/boatyard-768x393.png 768w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/boatyard-380x194.png 380w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/boatyard-550x281.png 550w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/boatyard-800x409.png 800w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/boatyard-760x389.png 760w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/boatyard-600x307.png 600w\" ><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Boatyards are&nbsp;usually&nbsp;fenced-in outdoor storage areas for boats, similar to a large private lot. You will see these lots in areas where there is heavy boat or RV traffic. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Though an inexpensive storage option, boatyards offer almost zero protection against outdoor elements, <em>such as sun, wind, and hail.<\/em> <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&rsquo;re considering this option, you<\/span>&lsquo;ll <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">need to winterize your boat and provide a covering. Additionally, you&rsquo;ll <\/span>want to research the security measures in place before booking storage through a boatyard. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Though it&rsquo;s convenient for frequent usage, storing your boat outdoors will have a negative impact on its lifespan.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"outdoor-self-storage\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Outdoor Self-Storage<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"860\"  height=\"440\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAA1wAAAG4AQMAAABrYXQ6AAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAERJREFUeNrtwQEBAAAAgiD\/r25IQAEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAADwYLtYAAEeKygEAAAAAElFTkSuQmCC\"  alt=\"Average cost of self-service outdoor boat storage\"  class=\"wp-image-12636 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"(max-width: 860px) 100vw, 860px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Outdoor-self-storage.png\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Outdoor-self-storage.png 860w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Outdoor-self-storage-300x153.png 300w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Outdoor-self-storage-768x393.png 768w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Outdoor-self-storage-380x194.png 380w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Outdoor-self-storage-550x281.png 550w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Outdoor-self-storage-800x409.png 800w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Outdoor-self-storage-760x389.png 760w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Outdoor-self-storage-600x307.png 600w\" ><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the least expensive ways to store your boat is choosing outdoor self-storage, whether it be canopied parking or a storage space at home. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For those the space at home, you can store your boat on your driveway, in the backyard space, or on a boat &ldquo;pad&rdquo; built next to the home. If you decide on this mode of storage, be sure you check local regulations or HOA guidelines. <em>You&rsquo;ll also want to ensure your boat is secured to your trailer and properly covered to protect against weather elements and pests.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"benefits-of-storing-your-boat-with-neighbor\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Benefits of Storing Your Boat with Neighbor<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With Neighbor, a Boat Storage marketplace, you can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/boat-storage-near-me?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_campaign=contentlinks\">find boat storage options<\/a> in all 50 states, <\/span><em>near your home or your favorite boating locations<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><\/em>At prices 50% lower than traditional boat storage options, you can reduce the overall cost of boat ownership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"If you are a boat owner or you are thinking about owning one, it is exciting to get&hellip;\n","protected":false},"author":30,"featured_media":5172,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"csco_singular_sidebar":"","csco_page_header_type":"","csco_appearance_grid":"","csco_page_load_nextpost":"","csco_post_video_location":[],"csco_post_video_location_hash":"","csco_post_video_url":"","csco_post_video_bg_start_time":0,"csco_post_video_bg_end_time":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[192],"tags":[52,43,31,53,17],"class_list":["post-5168","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-boat-storage","tag-boat-ownership","tag-boat-storage","tag-how-to-store","tag-lifestyle-tips","tag-storage-tips","cs-entry","cs-video-wrap"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v21.4 - 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