Yacht Management in Clear Lake, Galveston Bay, and Texas Gulf Coast
YachtWatchers Boat Monitoring Service
With our Boat Monitoring and Management plans starting as low as $22.95 dollars a month there is no reason to not keep you boat safe , secure , and ready year round!
Most marine vessels don’t get destroyed in storms but quietly fill with water while tied to the dock. Did you know that 69% of boats sink while sitting in their slip? The vast majority of those losses are completely preventable with simple, routine check-ins and basic system inspections. That’s why YachtWatchers provides scheduled boat monitoring and dock checks across Kemah, Clear Lake, and Galveston Bay.
We focus on the failure points that cause the biggest dockside surprises, like water intrusion and bilge activity, shore power and charging issues, dock lines and chafe, fender protection, and early signs of leaks or corrosion. After every visit, you receive a photo rich report so you know exactly what we saw and what changed.
The truth is simple: boats need regular attention to stay safe, reliable, and valuable. If you don’t live close to your marina or your schedule just doesn’t allow for consistent visits to your boat then your boat is at risk.
For more information on the devastating statistics and costs of ignored boats check out the list of resources at the bottom of this page.
How It Works
You sign up for one of our YachtWatchers membership plans and we immediately begin working for you. All plans follow the steps below.
To learn more about the differences in the plans click here to view a comparison table.
Regular Inspections
We visit your boat regularly with frequency depending on your membership level to inspect, pinpoint, and evaluate potential issues the boat may have.
Inspection Report
Following each inspection we send you a detailed report of what was found including pictures and data points to monitor. Historical summary report available to provide to your insurance provider.
Emergency Alerts
Should we find any failure that needs immediate attention we will notify you immediately, alert approved local resources such as marina staff, BoatUS, Sea Tow if their emergency services are needed.
Repairs
If requested YachtWatchers can provide minor repairs found during our inspections. If larger or more specialized repairs are needed we can help coordinate with local trusted marine service providers.*
*Please note any parts or labor associated with repairs or repair coordination are not included in the plans but invoiced separately. A discounted hourly rate is offered to current members enrolled in a 12 month program.
Lonely Boats are Dangerous! Don't take our word for it
The internet is full of articles from boating authorities and insurance agencies discussing the dangers and perils of not visiting and inspecting boats regularly. Below we have some experts and links to those articles for you to check out yourself.
Boat Owners Association of the United States
69% of boats sink at the dock or on a mooring
Large Insurance Agency Blog
If your boat sinks because you ignored a maintenance issue, your claim may be denied.
BoatTEST.com Blog
More boats sink in the slip or at a dock than in any other situation.
Yachts360 Blog
70% of sinkings occur at a mooring or dock...The good news for you is that 66% of all sinkings are preventable.
Click Here for a much more exhaustive list on the importance of regular inspections and maintenance for your boat.