Recovering ships and boats due to untimely events happen more than you may realise. It is a common occurrence and can be caused by several factors. Unexpected issues can arise due to mechanical failures, poor boating decisions, extreme weather conditions or even dangerous accidents. Finding yourself on a compromised vessel heading towards catastrophe can have you doubting your emergency plans. And marine salvage may quickly make its way to the bottom of your list of priorities. In situations like these, quick and smart decisions need to be made, such as the retrieval operations. 

In this article, we explore some of the ways you can ensure your boat is in excellent condition to avoid machinery problems and, ultimately, marine salvage.

Keep The Boat Clean

While this is a common practice of boat owners, sometimes negligence or inadequate cleaning can lead to a build-up of issues. Proper cleaning allows you to isolate any problem areas on your vessel as well as prevent issues from worsening. 

Look For Corrosion

Ignoring corrosion can have disastrous consequences in the future as it is a sign of rapid deterioration. This can quickly eat away at the structure of your boat and through precise equipment that can lead to breakdowns, accidents and even sinking. 

Examine The Propellers 

Frequent inspection can alert you to any debris tangled around the propeller and indicate any damages to it. Propellers that are in poor condition can lead to you overworking the boat’s engine as you try to perform at the same speeds and eventually burnout or worse. 

Identify Electrical Hotspots 

Electrical lines on a boat are often neglected during regular maintenance intervals. It’s a common shortfall we have heard of in the industry, and failure to thoroughly examine yours can become a serious problem in time to come. 

While many destructive events are uncontrollable, there are some that you can direct out of the danger zone with careful management. However, sometimes even with the best maintenance schedule and expert servicing team, breakdowns can still occur. 

Anywhere Barges specialises in expert marine salvage solutions and can handle almost any recovery. Our team is highly qualified, bringing their years of experience and industry knowledge to every retrieval. Speak to us to learn more about our services and how we can assist you.