The Boat Yard is an authorized Yamaha, Suzuki, Mercury Marine®, Tohatsu outboard dealership and Freedom Boats USA, Marathon, Piranha Boatworks, Stingray Boats, SunChaser pontoon, and Alumacraft boat dealership serving the Kemah, Texas area. We are proud to carry a large select…
The Boat Yard works with financing partners to help buyers secure loans for boats and watercraft. Contact The Boat Yard to ask about current financing promotions, available lenders, and whether pre-qualification is available. You can also use Searchshop's built-in payment estimator on any listing to model monthly payments before reaching out.
The Boat Yard is located at 1145 Fm 518 Rd, Kemah, Texas, 77565. They serve buyers in Kemah, Texas and surrounding areas.
The Boat Yard specializes in boats and watercraft. Browse their full inventory on Searchshop to see all available listings with year, make, model, photos, and pricing.
You can contact The Boat Yard through the contact form or reveal their phone number on their Searchshop profile page. Include the year, make, and model you are interested in for a faster response.
Many boat dealers accept trade-ins as part of a purchase. Contact The Boat Yard directly to ask about their trade-in program, how they value trade-in units, and how a trade-in would apply toward your next boat purchase.
Buying a boat from The Boat Yard in Kemah, Texas? Use this guide to evaluate any listing before you commit.
Match the boat to your waters
Pontoons and deck boats suit calm lakes. Deep-V hulls handle chop on larger lakes and coastal water. Center consoles are versatile for fishing. Ask The Boat Yard which models suit the waterways near Kemah, Texas.
Inspect the hull carefully
Look for stress cracks, blistering, or repairs on fiberglass hulls. Check the transom for soft spots by pressing firmly — a solid transom feels rigid. Osmotic blistering costs thousands to repair.
Check engine hours
Inboard and outboard engines are typically rated to 1,500–3,000 hours. Low-hour engines with service records are worth more. Ask to see oil change and winterization records for any boat at The Boat Yard.
Request a sea trial
Test the boat on the water before buying. Run it at full throttle. Listen for unusual noises. Check that the throttle and steering respond smoothly. Reputable dealers like The Boat Yard will accommodate this request.
Verify title and registration
Ask for the current title and confirm the hull identification number (HIN) matches. Check for any liens with your state boating agency. The Boat Yard should be able to walk you through the paperwork.
Marine financing has unique terms. Here is what to know before financing a boat through The Boat Yard in Kemah, Texas.
Typical Loan Terms
10 to 20 years for larger boats. Smaller boats are typically financed over 5 to 10 years.
Down Payment
10% to 20% is standard. Some lenders require more for older vessels.
Pro Tip
Get pre-approved by your bank before visiting The Boat Yard — it gives you a rate to compare against dealer financing.
Marine lenders (USAA, SunTrust, Essex Credit) specialize in boat loans and often offer better rates than general banks. Get a pre-approval before visiting The Boat Yard to compare against dealer-arranged financing.
The Boat Yard is a boat dealer in Kemah, Texas listed on Searchshop. Browse their full boats and watercraft inventory, view detailed photos, compare prices, and get in contact directly from this page. Searchshop aggregates boat dealer listings across the country so you can compare stock and pricing in one place before you visit or call.
Buyers in and around Kemah, Texas can browse the full inventory at The Boat Yard, read verified buyer reviews, and reach out through the contact form on this page. Each listing at The Boat Yard shows year, make, model, condition, mileage or hours, and current asking price. Use the monthly payment estimator on any listing to model financing before stepping on the lot.
The inventory at The Boat Yard is updated regularly on Searchshop. Each listing shows high-resolution photos alongside the year, make, model, trim, and price. Mileage, condition notes, and available options are listed on each vehicle detail page. A built-in loan calculator lets you estimate your monthly payment based on purchase price, down payment, and loan term before you call or visit. Save listings you like to compare them side by side. If a unit you are interested in is no longer showing, contact The Boat Yard directly — dealers often have incoming trades and new arrivals not yet listed.
Buying from a local boat dealer in Texas has practical advantages. Local dealers handle state title, registration, and sales tax in-house. Warranty and service work are easier to coordinate nearby. Local dealers carry inventory suited to the region — boats suited to local waterways and seasons. Visiting in person lets you inspect and test ride before you commit. Use the Searchshop dealer directory to compare Texas boat dealers by city, brand, or inventory.
Use the contact form on this page to ask about a specific listing, request more photos, or schedule a visit. Include the year, make, and model for a faster response. Ask about trade-in valuations, financing promotions, and upcoming inventory. The Boat Yard is in the Searchshop boat dealer directory serving Kemah, Texas and surrounding areas. Browse other boat dealers on Searchshop to compare inventory and pricing near you.
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The Boat Yard is an authorized Yamaha, Suzuki, Mercury Marine®, Tohatsu outboard dealership and Freedom Boats USA, Marathon, Piranha Boatworks, Stingray Boats, SunChaser pontoon, and Alumacraft boat dealership serving the Kemah, Texas area. We are proud to carry a large selection of new and pre-owned inventory. When you are ready to invest in a new boat, and/or outboard motor, our friendly and knowledgeable sales, financing, service, and parts departments are prepared to make sure your experience is outstanding, from assisting while you're making your choice to ongoing maintenance and customiz...
I can’t say enough good things about the guys at The Boat Yard. I bought my boat from them almost two years ago and they’ve been absolutely stellar to work with ever since. From answering quick text questions to fast, reliable service, they’ve always been professional, responsive, and honest. All of my service and future purchases will continue to go through them. Thanks again for the great service and taking such good care of your customers.
I highly recommend. We recently purchased a boat and Chet and Brandon went above and beyond when it came to questions and getting everything needed for our purchase. They kept me informed every step of the way and may the process a breeze. We will continue to do business with the The Boat Yard! You will not be disappointed. Friendly service and great attitudes and overall a great buying experience!
Met Chit at the boat show and after doing much research on several boats he talked me into buying one of the Chiquita by freedom boats. It has been and done everything he and Mr Forest said it would do. We have had so much fun fishing with this boat. Glad to see they stand behind their products and take amazing care of us when we bring it in for service. Thanks so much to Chet and his crew for taking care of us and making our first time boating buying experience a great one. I would and do highly recommend to anyone looking to buy a boat or get service for your boat if you already own one to go to The Boat Yard. Chit and his team have been great to deal with.
I drove 4 hours to Houston to have Chet and his people install a Tohatsu 20hp motor on my boat. One week later with less than 2 hours of use the motor dislodged while cruising along and sunk to the bottom. It's a complete loss and I'm out $3600 due to their neglect. They have declined to help or compensate me in any way and put the blame completely on me. They also had me sign the documents before the install was complete and before I saw how they did not bolt it down. While installing the motor I noticed they cut the starboard spacer that came with my old motor then they simply put it between the clamp and jack plate. Nothing was bolted down. I questioned them multiple times about that installation and was dismissed by Chet and his people. The owner's manual states they should in fact bolt it down as well as check that the fasteners are tightened to the specified torque and use a lift or hoist to install the motor, none of which were done. They've told me it's not their fault and put the blame completely on me. I told them this was my first boat and I trusted their advice and they took advantage of me and took the experience of boating away from me and my family.
Most Amazing service and boat shop I have been to yet. So good that I spend an extra hour to drive down to their side of town for any of my boating needs. Chet and Mark have always taken care of all my needs in a timely manner. They go above and beyond each time I have seen them. They have a lot of experience and make you feel welcome. I would highly recommend anyone to go here for any of their boating needs from buying a new boat to getting an old one serviced!!!!! Thank you guys for going above and beyond to take care of our boats.. me & my family really appreciate it!
