Yes, in most cases. The boat stays on a roadworthy trailer and the rig hauls the whole package to its destination. If the trailer has a failed axle, broken bearings or a damaged frame, the boat may need to be lifted off first, the operator confirms the right approach when the call comes in.
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Boat Towing · London
Trailer Stuck at the Ramp? London Boat Towing Arrives with Winch.
Bearing failure mid-summer, a pontoon wedged in mud after a storm, sailboat mast lowered for transport, or a seasonal haul from the marina to winter storage. London Tow Truck sends a winch-equipped operator with the right cable, experience at lake ramps, and pricing confirmed before the hook goes on.
- Live phone line 24/7
- Ramp and marina experience
- Winch-equipped recovery rigs
What We Tow
Fishing Rigs, Ski Boats, Pontoons & Sailboats Up to 27 Feet.
London's boating community spans a wide range of hull types and weights. Fishing boats typically weigh 2,000 to 8,000 lbs depending on size and engine; ski boats run 3,000 to 6,000 lbs without a trailer; pontoons with multiple tubes can reach 4,000 to 10,000 lbs; sailboats up to 27 feet often exceed 8,000 lbs once rigging is factored in. Each type presents different towing challenges. Pontoons have a wide footprint that affects trailer balance. Sailboats require lowered masts to clear power lines and bridge clearances. Jet-drive boats need intake ports kept clear during winching.
Trailers themselves vary widely. Single-axle units work for boats under 6,000 lbs; tandem-axle trailers handle heavier loads and provide better weight distribution. Roller bunks versus bunk trailers require different winching approaches, and specialty sailboat carts demand operators trained in London wrecker recovery techniques. The right tow truck matches the trailer type on the call, not the other way around. When you call, share the boat type, length, and trailer condition so the operator can route the correct rig. Browse all London towing options to understand your choices.
How It Works
From Ramp to Destination: London Boat Towing in Four Moves.
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Prepare the boat
Strap the hull to the trailer, seal and vent the fuel tank, lower any sailboat mast, and verify bunks or rollers keep the hull centered.
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Phone in the details
Tell the operator the launch or marina name, slip number, boat type, trailer axle count, and what failed (bearing, axle, tongue jack, hitch).
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Get a quote and ETA
The operator maps the route, confirms the cost, and gives you an arrival window. Peak season lake traffic can extend response times.
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Tow and deliver
The winch-equipped operator extracts the rig, manages tongue weight balance, and transports to a marine shop, storage facility, or your property.
Service Territory
Lake Launches & Marinas Across London's Boating Region.
London's recreational boating hubs experience predictable seasonal patterns. Summer weekends bring peak traffic to popular launches, where hot pavement and repeated trailer cycles accelerate bearing wear and tongue-jack failure. Each ramp has its own profile, from steep concrete slopes to gentle gravel approaches, and each one generates its own failure patterns. Cross-region hauls between Woodstock lake access and London storage yards are routine in shoulder season.
Off-season moves (October through March) shift boats from launches to covered storage or private acreage, and freeze-thaw cycles can trap a trailer at a storage lot until a heavy-duty winch breaks it free. Typical pricing runs $80 to $150 for the hook-up, plus $3 to $6 per kilometre, with ramp-side winching and marina-release paperwork at the higher end. For longer pulls to remote lakes or rural marinas, ask about London long-distance boat hauls. Winch and recovery services handle stuck trailers at any access point.
Related Services
Complementary London Towing & Recovery Services.
When boat recovery overlaps with damaged-trailer transport, ramp-side extraction, oversized loads, or multi-region hauls, the right tow truck makes the difference. See the full London towing services menu.
Heavy-Duty Towing
Large pontoons, oversized trailers, and multi-axle recovery rigs.
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Damaged trailers and wreckage transport on a flat, secure platform.
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Stuck-trailer extraction at ramps, banks, and rural access roads.
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Multi-day hauls for off-season storage or regional boat relocations.
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London Boat Trailer Towing Questions.
Boat-on-trailer hauls, stuck trailers at the ramp, sailboat mast clearance, marine fuel rules, and seasonal marina-to-storage moves.
Stuck trailers at lake launches need a winch-equipped wrecker that can pull the rig free without bending the frame. London Tow Truck routes a heavy-duty operator with the right cable rating and ramp experience.
No. Lower or remove the mast before the tow rig arrives. A raised mast adds height that catches power lines, sign gantries and bridge underpasses. If the mast is stuck, the operator can recommend a marine rigger before transport.
Yes. Confirm the fuel cap is sealed and the tank is properly vented before transport. A full tank shifts trailer balance and adds weight, so partial fuel is preferred on long hauls. If fuel is leaking, do not move the boat, call (613) 324-9141 immediately.
Yes. London Tow Truck handles seasonal hauls from marinas and lake launches to winter storage yards or private properties. Bring authorization from the marina office so the operator can release the trailer on arrival. Pricing typically runs $80 to $150 hook-up plus $3 to $6 per kilometre.
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Trailer bearing seized at the launch on a Saturday afternoon. Winch rig there in 50 minutes, got the boat home still strapped on. Smooth pull.
London · Lake area
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Pontoon needed a haul from the lake to a covered storage yard. Operator handled the wide footprint and managed the marina release paperwork. Great communication.
Strathroy
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Fishing rig got the trailer stuck at a lake after a thunderstorm dropped the access road into mud. Heavy-duty winch crew pulled us out and routed back home.
st. Thomas
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Sailboat tow required a lowered mast and careful tongue weight management. The driver knew exactly what to ask for and the haul was uneventful.
London · Inner city
Boating Guide
Boat Towing Tips, Before Your Next Launch.
Pre-launch trailer checks, what to do when an axle fails ramp-side, sailboat mast prep, and what marina-to-storage hauls actually cost.
Need boat recovery
Call (613) 324-9141 for London Boat & Trailer Towing.
Bearing failure at the launch ramp, a pontoon wedged in mud, a sailboat haul with lowered mast, or an off-season marina-to-storage move, London Tow Truck routes a winch-equipped operator any hour. Safety first: secure the boat, seal the fuel cap, lower any mast, and stand clear of the rig before the tow truck arrives.
Free quote and arrival estimate before towing begins. Pricing varies by trailer weight, distance, time of day and conditions.