Marine Insurance Tips
Below are a few Marine Insurance Tips to help manage you boat insurance.
- Complete an authorized boating course.
- Inspect or have your boat inspected by a qualified marine mechanic at least twice a year. Regular maintenance can help reduce the cost of ownership and risk of problems while afloat.
- Do not use defective equipment. Repair or replace as soon as possible.
- If there is a natural disaster moving into your area, have a plan to protect or move your vessel.
- Store your boat in a secure area.
- Install theft prevention devices on all electronics, outboard engines, out drives, trailers and hitch,
etc. - Install alarm systems in all boats stored in the water to protect against high bilge water levels and cabin intrusion.
- Carry up-to-date marine charts, plan cruising routes to avoid accidental grounding and adverse weather conditions.
- Be responsible. Always use appropriate PFD’s; limit alcohol consumption; follow the “rules” of the waterway, etc.
- But, even if you take all the precautions, accidents do happen. Make sure you have the right coverage for your boat, yacht or personal watercraft.
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