Putting a cover on your boat and setting in your yard isn’t really enough to protect it during the winter months. A Chatsworth Self Storage unit can house your boat after it’s winterized to make sure it’s ready for the water come spring. Learn how to prepare your boat for storage and keep it safe during the cold season as well as maintain it while it’s in its storage unit. Take One More Ride Before beginning the process to winterize your boat, take it out onto the water one last time and use that time to assess any necessary repairs. Pay close attention to how the motor is running which means listening to what it sounds like as well as the feel of the boat’s movement on the water. Fill the gas tank on your return trip back to your slip and make sure to add a fuel stabilizer to inhibit degradation while in storage. Before you pull your boat out of the water, check for rust, chipped paint, and any cracked siding, windows, and other such things. Put away and secure all ropes and other equipment that will be stored with the boat. Anything that’s wet before it’s stored could grow mold or have significant damage from the water it’s left soaking in. Every boat is different and yours may be a sailboat, one with an inboard or outboard engine, or have some other special features that need to be addressed during winterization. Before you take your last ride before storage, find out about these things from someone who services your boat or the section of your owner’s manual about winterization. Clean it Up Of course you’ll want to give your boat a good scrub before putting it away for winter but you should also clean every other component besides the outside and the decks. Not only is this a good way to prevent rust from accumulating but it’s also a good way to find rust or chipped paint that needs to be addressed before you take the boat to the storage unit. Choose Wisely There are many different types of Chatsworth Self Storage units in which you can store your boat. Depending on its size and other needs, you’ll need to choose your unit according to what kind of space keeps your boat safest and well cared for. Find out if you temperature control or an extra large space before you make your reservation so that when the time comes to bring your boat back on the water, you’ll be able to float off into the freedom of open space without any setbacks. Make sure your next summer is your best summer by winterizing and storing your boat the right way. Reserve your unit today! US Storage Centers 9818 De Soto Avenue Chatsworth , CA 91311 (818) 600-4527
