Before and after image showing abandoned boat removal by Patriot Clean Out in Northwest Indiana. Left: junk boat next to a Jeep; Right: cleaned property after removal.

How to Get Rid of an Old or Abandoned Boat in Northwest Indiana

Need a Boat Gone in Northwest Indiana? Here's How Patriot Clean Out Can Help

Old, junk, or abandoned boats aren’t just an eyesore, they’re a liability. Whether you're a business owner or a homeowner, getting rid of an unwanted boat can feel overwhelming. But if you’re in Northwest Indiana near Lake Michigan, Patriot Clean Out makes it easy.

We recently tackled two boat removal jobs near the NWI lakefront, showing just how flexible and responsive our team is when it comes to boat removal, hauling, and eco-friendly disposal.


Case 1: Abandoned Boat on Commercial Property in Valparaiso

A local business owner discovered an abandoned boat left behind on their commercial property. It was deteriorating, unsafe, and damaging their curb appeal. They called Patriot Clean Out, and we took care of the rest.

Our process:

  • On-site assessment and quick quote
  • Safe hauling of both the boat and trailer
  • Licensed boat removal and disposal handled with full compliance
  • Final site cleanup — no debris left behind
Patriot Clean Out hauling an old boat from a commercial property in Northwest Indiana with a pickup truck.Boat junk removal at night by Patriot Clean Out, hauling away storm-damaged boat from a parking lot in Northwest Indiana.

Case 2: Old Boat Removed from Residential Lot Near Lake Michigan

A homeowner near Lake Michigan had an old boat and trailer sitting unused on their lot. It was time to clean up the property and move on — and that’s where we came in.

We handled:

  • Same-day removal of a junk boat and trailer
  • Responsible transportation to a certified disposal site
  • Eco-friendly boat disposal, including part separation and recycling
  • Clean finish — we left the space spotless
Junk boat sitting on a trailer next to a Jeep on a wooded Valparaiso property before removal by Patriot Clean OutCleared Valparaiso property after removing an old abandoned boat and trailer with Patriot Clean Out’s eco-friendly boat disposal service.

Serving All of Northwest Indiana - Residential & Commercial

Patriot Clean Out offers licensed boat removal services across NWI, including:

  • Valparaiso
  • Chesterton
  • Michigan City
  • Crown Point
  • Gary
  • Hammond and lakefront towns

From abandoned boats on commercial property to old junk boats in residential driveways, we’ve got you covered — safely, legally, and fast.


Need a Boat Gone? Here's What to Do:

  1. Call or message Patriot Clean Out for a free quote on boat removal in Northwest Indiana
  2. Tell us where the boat is and what condition it’s in
  3. We’ll schedule a pickup and handle the rest — including hauling and eco-friendly disposal

Veteran-owned. Family-run. Boat removal done right.

Contact us today and get that boat off your mind — and off your property.

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