If you didn’t know, boat lifts are what we do best here at Boat Lift Warehouse. We are aware the ins and outs of many different types of boat lifts and can answer any question you may have about any of our lifts and accessories! We have many lifts that are perfect for your boat. As you know with any larger purchase, research is crucial in your ability to get the best deal and the best unit for your money. Lucky for you, we’ve outlined some things you should consider when researching boat lifts.
Drives
When it comes to boat lifts, a boat lift’s drive is one of the most important things to the boat lift’s ability to work. The boat lift’s drive is truly the powerhouse of the entire unit. If you purchase a lift that doesn’t have the best drive, you’ll see that without a great drive, your lift is dead when it comes to lifting things out of the water. With all of this being said, the first step in researching a new boat lift is to make sure that the drive is up to par with your needs.
Controls
Why would you drop significant cash for a boat lift that you can’t control? With the controls of your lift enduring the elements, you will want to make sure that your lift has a high-quality control center. With everything from the blazing sun to corrosive salt water, your boat lift controls needs to be top notch.
Construction
How your boat lift is constructed is super important to know before purchasing a boat lift. One thing that we believe that makes a lift’s construction great is the utilization of aluminum. Aluminum lasts longer in the corrosive salt water! Therefore, having an aluminum boat lift is always a great idea. Another thing you should check into is how the lift is put together. If the lift is welded, then great! However, beware of bolted lifts as they can also rust from the salt water.
Components
Just as many mechanisms, boat lifts are only as strong as the smallest components that make the device up. If your boat lift manufacturer can’t guarantee quality from the cables to switch, then the quality of the lift, in general, is now unreliable.
Cost
One key thing to keep in mind when researching boat lifts is that boat lifts are an investment. While you can often find a cheap boat lift that someone is selling online, you may not realize that you’re compromising quality. It is always a better idea to invest in a lift that will last a lifetime instead of having to buy multiple cheap lifts that end up costing you more in the long run.
Finding the best boat lift can be stressful, we get it. However, we’ve got you covered! Boat Lift Warehouse offers many types of lifts including boathouse, PWC, and even drive-on boat lifts! Check out our inventory and contact us today if you still need help figuring out which boat lift is the best for you!
