The Importance of Boating Depth when You Buy Waterfront Property

ISLAMORADA, Fla. - July 21, 2016 - PRLog -- Per Jan Keller, Top Producing Real Estate Agent for Coldwell Banker Schmitt Real estate and owner of Kellerporterteam.com-Everything about Islamorada Real Estate,"One thing few people take the time to consider,when looking at waterfront property is the boating depth . They are more concerned with haggling the asking price, commute time, amenities, and other features. There's nothing wrong with any of these but it doesn't include one aspect that will be important to making the right choice -- water depth.
Here are some reasons why boating depth is so important when you buy waterfront property:

● Water depth below 3 feet. If the water depth at the dock is less than 3 feet at full tide, it will only accommodate shallow draft vessels (the amount of the hull below the water line). That means when the tide is out, flat bottom boats are likely the only boats to have access.

● Water depth over 3 feet. Boats with deep drafts of 5 feet or more larger drafts need the water depth to be, well deep. The hull is a very necessary component of any boat and if it's damaged, can be quite expensive to repair.

● Recreational activities. You might like to jump into the water every so often or take the boat out to water ski or fish. If the water depth runs too shallow when the tide goes out, your boat isn't going anywhere. You need adequate room to float freely when the tide is out so you aren't deprived of water recreation.

● Turn around space. Another consideration is the ability to turn around. Generally, the larger the boat, the deeper the draft. So, why your boat might well be fine when the tide is out and in a relatively tight space, like in a canal, a larger vessel might not be able to turn around.

● Accommodation ability. If your boat is relatively small, the boating depth might well be adequate for your vessel and smaller boats. However, if you invite a family member or friend with a much larger boat, it might not be able to dock, particularly during a low tide when the water depth is more shallow.

For more information about Upper Keys Homes for sale, please contact Jan at http://www.islamoradajan.com