It’s never too early to prepare for boat winterization and winter storage, which is why we are jumping ahead of the season. If you are in a climate that experiences harsher winters, and even if you are not, it is always a good thing to be prepared for what’s to come. Protect your investment with the proper boat winterization and winter storage protocol. Before the season’s change is the perfect time to take advantage of stocking up on all the supplies you’ll need to secure your boat for the long winter ahead. Read the following tips to prepare for boat winterization!
Tips to Prepare for Boat Winterization
Fall is just around the corner, which means that cooler weather will be upon us. It’s never too late to prepare for boat winterization with the following tips.
Thoroughly clean the interior
If you’re not really for full-on winterization mode, start small by cleaning the interior of your boat. We’ve posted about why cleaning your boat’s interior is essential for winterization, but it’s easy to do and costs next to nothing. Wipe down surfaces that can accumulate mold and mildew, vacuum any interior closets, storage, and carpeting, hang your PFD’s out to dry, and make sure your boat cover is clean and dry. Read our helpful tips for preventing mildew during winter storage as well and you’ll be one step ahead of the game.
Brush up on Boat Winterization
When you start to get your hands dirty, you will quickly realize that several steps are involved in the boat winterization process. Start by reading our top blogs on boat winterization. This will give you a good jumping off point to know which direction to pursue first. We’ve also prepared a handy boat winterization checklist so you don’t miss any steps.
Know when to clean your boat
It is important to know when to clean your boat and if certain features need to be cleaned during particular seasons. If you need guidance, our seasonal boat maintenance guide is a great reference.
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About Life Industries Corporation
Founded by Mr. Edwin Kehrt on Long Island, New York in 1959, Life Industries Corporation formulates, compounds, labels, packages, and ships various chemical compounds. Parent company to BoatLIFE, RVbyLIFE, and AeroLIFE Industries, the organization relocated to its present home in North Charleston, South Carolina in 1995. Grace L. Schmidt, Mr. Kehrt’s daughter, has been president since 1987. This year marks the company’s 66th anniversary.
