The Sumerset Difference
Our competitors often say "it's just as good as a Sumerset", but "just as good" isn't good enough. There IS a difference between a Sumerset Houseboat and the other houseboats on the market. And it's no small difference; it's the difference between "just as good" and "The Best".
Here's Why Sumerset is the Industry Leader:
NMMA Certification and ABYC Certified Personnel
While other manufacturers may adhere to the minimum standards established by the U.S. Coast Guard,
Sumerset, with its commitment to NMMA Certification
using ABYC standards and certified personnel,
assures you we are striving to produce the safest houseboats on the water. In fact, U.S. Coast Guard
statistics show NMMA certified boats are less likely to be recalled for safety/quality issues. This
certification assures you that critical components like electrical systems, fuel tanks, steering
systems and navigation lights have been independently tested and meet or exceed industry standards.
Don't just ask to see the NMMA Certified Silver Plate - insist on it!
The Industry's Only Comprehensive Five Year Warranty
When you build your houseboats to the stringent requirements of the NMMA, as well as follow ABYC
Standards, and use high-quality, professional grade materials, you become supremely confident in the
quality product your dedicated and experienced construction team creates. That's why Sumerset offers
an industry exculsive, the first and only 5-year, comprehensive warranty,
one that extends from bow to stern. Plus, it's fully transferable, making your Sumerset Houseboat
even more valuable.*
*Some restrictions may apply. See Sumerset Sales Professional for details.
Unmatched Quality Control
Sumerset's Quality Program is set in motion even before construction begins. And when the process
advances to the manufacturing stage, our dedicated craftsmen and crafts-women perform hundreds of
checks along the way, culminating in a comprehensive final inspection on our On-Site Testing Pond, an
industry exclusive. And our commitment to the NMMA Customer Satisfaction Index shows we are going
that extra nautical mile.
Superior Construction Means Lasting Value
Not only did Sumerset make the first aluminum hull, but we continue to make them sturdier than our
imitators, with more aluminum content, box bracing and double-welded hull seams. And it's the way
we do things bottom to top, with time honored construction methods. Above and below the surface it's
easy to see the pride and craftsmanship that goes into our Sumerset Houseboats, but our commitment to
quality goes much deeper. That's why Sumerset Houseboats have historically enjoyed the
industry's best resale value.
Comprehensive Design and Construction Process
At Sumerset Houseboats we offer complete customization, professional blue prints and unlimited design
options. Our Design Team, with over 100 years of combined experience, along with a dedicated
Construction Specialist, follow your Sumerset every step of the way providing an extra level of
attention to detail not found anywhere else in the industry. Plus you can follow the progress of
your boat with production photos posted daily on our website. Combine
our detail-oriented, customer friendly, design and construction process with our commitment to
customer service and you will see why Nothing is just like a Sumerset.
Leadership In Innovation
As the industry leader, Sumerset Houseboats has set the standards for other manufacturers to follow.
When it comes to innovations in the design and production of aluminum hull houseboats, we own first
place. Sumerset Houseboats has built its business by listening to our customers and many of our
innovations evolve from customer input and ideas. Some of our customer
driven innovations include a powered bow anchor box, a three foot wide wheel chair accessible bow
ramp and a 10 foot motorized PWC platform that raises and lowers out of the water. But before we had
our first customer, we were already innovating with ideas like the aluminum hull, an on-site testing
pond, our state-of-the-art production facility and the Safe-T-Stack Exhaust system.
Experience and Expertise
Sumerset has an over forty-year long history and more than 3500 houseboats to our credit. Building
Sumerset Houseboats is who we are and what we do and that makes us the most recognized name in the
industry. With more than 150 years of combined experience in our welding department, we challenge
you to find a more dedicated team of workers. And our 200,000 sq. ft.
state-of-the-art facility showcases the skilled craftsmen and
craftswomen who build the industry leader.
The Best Website In The Business
Sumerset customers rave about our user-friendly website. You can find all the information you need,
download a list of options and features and request a quote. And
after you order your boat, you will receive daily photo updates of your boat in production, a
favorite customer feature.