Seasonal Boat Storage Yard
Provide winter and off-season outdoor boat storage
Overview
Seasonal storage yards charge $600-$2,500 per season (6 months).
Storing 100-400 boats generates $150,000-$600,000 annually with 60-80% margins.
In 2025, northern boat owners need winter storage.
Services include outdoor uncovered storage ($600-$1,500 per season), covered storage ($1,000-$2,500), winterization services ($200-$800), shrink-wrap and covers ($300-$800), spring commissioning ($200-$600), and year-round storage.
Successful storage yards provide secure fenced storage, offer winterization services, organize boats efficiently, handle boat delivery and pickup, and market early for winter.
Seasonal revenue.
Marketing through boat owners, marinas, boat dealers, and boating communities.
Required Skills
- Property Management
- Boat Handling
- Winterization Knowledge
- Security Management
- Customer Service
- Seasonal Operations
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Recurring seasonal storage revenue
- Winter storage essential in cold climates
- Can offer winterization services
- Lower investment than marina
- Growing boat ownership
Cons
- Need large storage property
- Seasonal revenue (winter storage)
- Boat handling equipment required
- Weather and environmental exposure
- Limited to cold climate markets
How to Get Started
- Secure large storage property
- Prepare storage yard and fencing
- Invest in boat handling equipment
- Market winter storage to boat owners
- Offer winterization and covering services
- Organize boats for efficient storage
- Provide spring launch services
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