Boat Lifts
In addition to our seawall services, we also provide services for boat lifts, cranes, and davits in Sarasota FL.
Give us a call or fill out the contact form and speak with one of our highly trained boat lift specialists. Boat lifts are machines used for boat transportation between two different platforms. It could also be used to hold your boat above the water. Holding your boat above water rather than tying to the dock sometimes has its own perks. Boat lifts can be used to replace canal docks as they can perform the same function and even more. One big advantage of a boat lift is security. Boat lifts are a lot more secure compared to the regular method of tying it to the dock. At Sarasota Seawalls, we can provide the best services in the boat lift department. We can help you make, repair, remodel or refurbish your boat lift. Boat lifts vary from one type to the other and a few of them will be mentioned below Piling Mount Lifts This boat lift has itself attached to a permanent dock or pilings. Before making piling mount lifts, you need to consider the weight and size of your boat. This helps to decide the amount or type of piling you might need for your boat; sometimes, a customized style is required to suit the boat’s shape, size, or weight. Unlike bottom standing lifts, Piling lifts don’t require an underwater structure for stability, some of them are properly attached to the dock or land and they mostly require electricity to work. Bottom Standing Lifts A bottom standing lift is usually placed very close to the dock or the closest hard surface available. They are called bottom standing lifts because they have strong and sometimes thin legs rooted below the water surface. Sometimes, these legs are reinforced in order to ensure it’s stability, and on top of it is a platform for the boat. This platform is also usually made with the same material as its legs and is just as strong. The beautiful thing about this lift is its ability to lower and elevate itself through the use of an electric motor or manually by turning a wheel. Floating Lifts This is very similar to piling mount lifts except it’s not operated by electricity. The boat is placed on airtight plastic or metal barrels or containers. These containers are placed in the water, and due to the air-filled condition of these containers, they float with ease. Boats placed on them would float above the water surface and if they need to be used, all that has to be done is the deflation of these air chambers or containers which submerges them, bringing the boat down to the water surface. If the chambers are needed again, the chambers dispense water while they are being filled with air. This brings them afloat, raising the boat off the water surface. Shore Mounted Lifts This is technically a ramp placed by the shore where the boat can be driven onto. A line is used to drag the boat out of the water unto the land. This lift is probably the cheapest there is as there is no required platform (except the ramp) for the boat to stay in, it could just stay on land. |
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Boat Lift Installation
The custom work barge at Sarasota Docks Seawall is available for spring lift installation. Our barge service is fully insured, and our skilled crew inspects each lift-serviced lift for necessary annual maintenance. To protect your lift, our team pays special attention to specific lift placement and proper rigging. We focus on leveling the lift whether it is placed on firm sand or a mucky bottom to avoid stress on the lifting framework. Our crane can lift boat lifts weighing 800lb to 15,000lb.
Boat lift installation is a critical exercise that determines your safety as well as the safety of your boat and everything on it. Most boat lifts are installed off the dock using specialized equipment and careful attention to the manufacturer's instructions. Boat lift installation is a difficult task that should be left to the professionals; otherwise, a costly installation error could ruin everything. For example, if the installation is performed by an uncertified or unauthorized installer, the warranty may be voided.
Similarly, you can avoid problems with faulty installation by ensuring that the installer is certified and experienced in dealing with the specific boat lift you want installed. Other things to consider before hiring a boat lift installer include their industry experience, whether or not they are fully insured, and the availability of adequate setup equipment. It won't hurt to inquire about your installer's previous installation projects. This way, you'll know what to expect, and even better, you'll have peace of mind knowing your property is safe and in capable hands.
Once you've purchased your boat lift and are ready to have it installed before the busy summer, the next step is to find an experienced boat lift team to do the heavy lifting. At Sarasota Seawall Services, we have a wealth of experience and are confident in installing various types of boat lifts for use in varying water depths and underwater environments. We'll carefully plan a plan to ensure your investment is safe and professionally installed, regardless of the size or design of your boat, the water you'll be boating in, or how you'll be lifting your boat in and out of the waters. Boat lift installation can be time-consuming and difficult, but it is part of what makes us great. Call us today and we will gladly assist you with your boat lift installation.
Boat lift installation is a critical exercise that determines your safety as well as the safety of your boat and everything on it. Most boat lifts are installed off the dock using specialized equipment and careful attention to the manufacturer's instructions. Boat lift installation is a difficult task that should be left to the professionals; otherwise, a costly installation error could ruin everything. For example, if the installation is performed by an uncertified or unauthorized installer, the warranty may be voided.
Similarly, you can avoid problems with faulty installation by ensuring that the installer is certified and experienced in dealing with the specific boat lift you want installed. Other things to consider before hiring a boat lift installer include their industry experience, whether or not they are fully insured, and the availability of adequate setup equipment. It won't hurt to inquire about your installer's previous installation projects. This way, you'll know what to expect, and even better, you'll have peace of mind knowing your property is safe and in capable hands.
Once you've purchased your boat lift and are ready to have it installed before the busy summer, the next step is to find an experienced boat lift team to do the heavy lifting. At Sarasota Seawall Services, we have a wealth of experience and are confident in installing various types of boat lifts for use in varying water depths and underwater environments. We'll carefully plan a plan to ensure your investment is safe and professionally installed, regardless of the size or design of your boat, the water you'll be boating in, or how you'll be lifting your boat in and out of the waters. Boat lift installation can be time-consuming and difficult, but it is part of what makes us great. Call us today and we will gladly assist you with your boat lift installation.
Boat Lift Removal
For fall lift removal, Sarasota Seawall's custom work barge is available. Our barge service is fully insured, and our skilled crew inspects each lift-serviced lift for necessary annual maintenance. To protect your lift, our staff pays special attention to specific lift placement and proper rigging. Our crane can safely place your lift on any property type, whether it is stored on a sand beach or a steep bank. For those who do not want to look at the lift or do not have enough space on their lakeshore, we offer off-site lift storage.
Your boat lift is a valuable investment that requires proper care and maintenance to extend its life and reap the many benefits it provides. Aside from regular inspections and maintenance, your boat lift should be stored in a safe and sheltered location during the winter. If you leave your boat lift in the water during freezing weather, the increased pressure caused by ice build-up may cause it to break.
Sarasota freezes over during the winter, causing a winter frenzy. Your dock, boatlift, and possibly your boat should be stored somewhere safe from the elements at this time. However, it is not necessary to remove all lifts during the winter. It all depends on the boat lift's manufacturer and what is specified in the operator's manual. Dock-mounted lifts, for example, should be rolled over to the doc secured.
Our boat lift removal is intended for the average boat owner who requires the removal of their boat lifts by trusted professionals who can ensure the safety of their property. We carefully follow the manufacturer's instructions when disassembling your boat lift to avoid voiding the warranty. Furthermore, we keep all of the small components, such as bolts and small hardware, in a secure and clearly marked storage box. This way, we avoid losing or misplacing critical components during the parts assembly process.
We will advise you on how to protect your boat lift during the winter, depending on the type. For example, a cable boat lift may survive the harsh winter without voiding its warranty or risking damage from snow and ice. This isn't always the case with other types of boat lifts. Working with us allows you to take advantage of convenient services provided by certified professionals. What's more, the best part? We are fully insured and will pay for damages in the event of an accident or damage to your boat lift.
Your boat lift is a valuable investment that requires proper care and maintenance to extend its life and reap the many benefits it provides. Aside from regular inspections and maintenance, your boat lift should be stored in a safe and sheltered location during the winter. If you leave your boat lift in the water during freezing weather, the increased pressure caused by ice build-up may cause it to break.
Sarasota freezes over during the winter, causing a winter frenzy. Your dock, boatlift, and possibly your boat should be stored somewhere safe from the elements at this time. However, it is not necessary to remove all lifts during the winter. It all depends on the boat lift's manufacturer and what is specified in the operator's manual. Dock-mounted lifts, for example, should be rolled over to the doc secured.
Our boat lift removal is intended for the average boat owner who requires the removal of their boat lifts by trusted professionals who can ensure the safety of their property. We carefully follow the manufacturer's instructions when disassembling your boat lift to avoid voiding the warranty. Furthermore, we keep all of the small components, such as bolts and small hardware, in a secure and clearly marked storage box. This way, we avoid losing or misplacing critical components during the parts assembly process.
We will advise you on how to protect your boat lift during the winter, depending on the type. For example, a cable boat lift may survive the harsh winter without voiding its warranty or risking damage from snow and ice. This isn't always the case with other types of boat lifts. Working with us allows you to take advantage of convenient services provided by certified professionals. What's more, the best part? We are fully insured and will pay for damages in the event of an accident or damage to your boat lift.
Boat Lift Repair
Although boat lift parts have improved over time, annual maintenance is still essential. We provide annual cable and pulley greasing, inspect hydraulic lines, and top off fluids to maintain proper levels. We replace broken or worn cables and pulleys, rebuild hydraulic pumps and electric drive motors, replace hydraulic lines, and perform on-site hydraulic fluid flushes in addition to general lift maintenance.
Your boat lift can be a strong and steady waterfront installation, but poor maintenance and neglect can reduce its efficiency, service life, and safety. Preventive maintenance cannot be overstated; however, some repairs are unavoidable. Worn-out cables, for example, occur as a result of wear and tear caused by up and down movement, and there isn't much you can do about it.
Rusted cables, faulty motors, and sinking piles are some of the other boat lift repair issues. Early inspection of the steel lifts may aid in the detection of corrosion before it worsens. Faulty wiring inside the motor or burned fuses can damage the motor, so it's best to have a qualified boat lift technician inspect and repair the problem. Poor boat lift installation is always to blame when it comes to sinking piles. We frequently conduct extensive testing on both the land and the lakeshore when installing the boat lift to ensure that the pilling is adequately driven into the bedrock and that it can withstand years of adverse wave and ice action.
Another common issue caused by corroded circuit contacts or electrical faults is faulty boat lift controls. Occasionally, the issue is with the remote control or the receivers in the boat lift. Expert troubleshooting will be required to quickly diagnose the problem without causing further damage. Regardless of the reason for the repair or the extent of the damage, selecting the right boat lift repair technician is critical.
Are you looking for some boat dock lift repair near me? Don't look any further. Our expert team at Sarasota Seawall has the experience, resources, and passion to serve you and get your boat lift inspected and repaired as soon as possible. While repairs will address the most pressing issues, regular inspection and routine maintenance can prevent costly replacements in the future.
Your boat lift can be a strong and steady waterfront installation, but poor maintenance and neglect can reduce its efficiency, service life, and safety. Preventive maintenance cannot be overstated; however, some repairs are unavoidable. Worn-out cables, for example, occur as a result of wear and tear caused by up and down movement, and there isn't much you can do about it.
Rusted cables, faulty motors, and sinking piles are some of the other boat lift repair issues. Early inspection of the steel lifts may aid in the detection of corrosion before it worsens. Faulty wiring inside the motor or burned fuses can damage the motor, so it's best to have a qualified boat lift technician inspect and repair the problem. Poor boat lift installation is always to blame when it comes to sinking piles. We frequently conduct extensive testing on both the land and the lakeshore when installing the boat lift to ensure that the pilling is adequately driven into the bedrock and that it can withstand years of adverse wave and ice action.
Another common issue caused by corroded circuit contacts or electrical faults is faulty boat lift controls. Occasionally, the issue is with the remote control or the receivers in the boat lift. Expert troubleshooting will be required to quickly diagnose the problem without causing further damage. Regardless of the reason for the repair or the extent of the damage, selecting the right boat lift repair technician is critical.
Are you looking for some boat dock lift repair near me? Don't look any further. Our expert team at Sarasota Seawall has the experience, resources, and passion to serve you and get your boat lift inspected and repaired as soon as possible. While repairs will address the most pressing issues, regular inspection and routine maintenance can prevent costly replacements in the future.
What Makes A Boat Lift Useful?
Storage
Because the boat lift keeps the boat above water, it is simpler to store at a private dock or marina. Furthermore, it saves you the trouble of transporting it from your house to the dock every time you need to go for a ride. It is convenient whether you leave close to or far from the beach.
Safety
With a boat lift, you can rest assured that your boat is safe from theft, corrosion from salty water, and algae growth, as well as being protected from being smashed against the dock by strong winds and waves.
Durability
As much as a boat spends the majority of its life in the water, spending too much time in the water may necessitate additional maintenance or shorten its lifespan. A boat lift will protect your boat and help it last longer.
Reliability
The boat lift makes it easier to get in and out of the water. Different types of boat lifts provide different services; for example, some allow you to handle your boat in and out of the water using a remote control.
Because the boat lift keeps the boat above water, it is simpler to store at a private dock or marina. Furthermore, it saves you the trouble of transporting it from your house to the dock every time you need to go for a ride. It is convenient whether you leave close to or far from the beach.
Safety
With a boat lift, you can rest assured that your boat is safe from theft, corrosion from salty water, and algae growth, as well as being protected from being smashed against the dock by strong winds and waves.
Durability
As much as a boat spends the majority of its life in the water, spending too much time in the water may necessitate additional maintenance or shorten its lifespan. A boat lift will protect your boat and help it last longer.
Reliability
The boat lift makes it easier to get in and out of the water. Different types of boat lifts provide different services; for example, some allow you to handle your boat in and out of the water using a remote control.