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Sportfish raised on a four post boat lift

Our boat lift guides answer what a project really costs, what fits on your canal, and how to keep a lift running in saltwater. Written by a family-owned marine contractor with 35+ years on South Florida water.

Sportfish raised on a four post boat lift
Planning A Project?

Costs, sizing, permits

Already Own A Lift?

Service, storms, repairs

Checking Your City?

Setbacks, city by city

Aug 2026

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What Our Customers Say

Rated 5.0 On Google.

★★★★★

“They did my lift in Ft. Lauderdale I wouldn’t recommend anyone else! Very respectful when I was asking him questions too!”

Brandon M. · Google review
★★★★★

“Always ready / fast quote/ fast execution… I have good service with Mark, He do my maintenance periodically, I ‘m very happy with him!!”

Eric A. · Google review
★★★★★

“Marc and his team did a great job installing a 15KLB lift for me within the schedule I gave him and on budget. I'm very happy with the work they provided and would highly recommend if you're in the market for a new lift.”

Jordan B. · Google review
★★★★★

“Marc and his team were communicative, professional, and informative throughout the whole process for my lift. The price was great, and the whole process was surprisingly seamless and stress free. I would recommend to anyone looking for a boat lift or dock.”

Jon K. · Google review
★★★★★

“Would recommend Boat Lift Installers LLC. 10/10 times. Very professional and knowledgeable with lots of experience in the boat lift industry. Recently had a 50,000 lb hurricane lift installed for a large center console and it has worked flawlessly. Mark and his team are punctual, precise, and always available to help and answer questions.”

Adrian G. · Google review
★★★★★

“It is a pleasure to write this review. Marc is an excellent professional who is knowledgeable, dedicated, and highly focused. He is a pleasure to work with, and you will be very pleased with your decision to choose him and his company.”

Marel R. · Google review
★★★★★

“Marc came through with an excellent job on this lift. It’s hard to find a boss who works with his crew. Great service and quick install. Definitely will be dealing again in the future. Thanks guys.”

Christian M. · Google review
★★★★★

“Boat lift installers did a phenomenal job at a great and fair price. And delivered on all of their promises. Marc and crew are high quality , high integrity guys for sure”

Steven H. · Google review
★★★★★

“Marc always does a great job making sure my lift is at peak performance!”

Damon C. · Google review
Buying & Planning

Boat Lift Guides For Buyers: Know The Number First.

The right lift starts with the boat’s fully loaded weight and the legal envelope at your address, not a brochure. Start here before you compare quotes.

What Does A Boat Lift Cost?

2026 South Florida planning ranges by lift type and capacity, and the site, code, and electrical factors that move the price.
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What Does A Dock Cost?

Redeck to Intracoastal: planning ranges and the pilings, permits, and access factors behind a dock quote.
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Boat Lift Buyer FAQs

26 answers on capacity, placement, permits, electrical, warranties, and what a quote should include.
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Setback Rules By City

Side setbacks and waterway projection limits across Broward and Palm Beach, compared in one table.
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Boat raised on a boat lift at a South Florida waterfront home
Center console raised on a four post boat lift
Elevator boat lift with bunks lowered at the dock
Four-post boat lift cradle with adjustable bunks, viewed from the dock
Owners & Maintenance

Keep It Running In Saltwater.

Boat Lift Installers LLC recommends professional service every six months, plus an inspection after storms, impacts, or anything unusual. These guides show what to watch for between visits. When you are ready, our boat lift service program handles the rest.

Boat Lift Owner FAQs

18 answers on service, uneven lifting, hurricanes, GFCI trips, and insurance.
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Cables

10 signs a cable needs attention and what professional service should cover.
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Pulleys & Sheaves

How groove and bearing wear scars cables and tilts the cradle.
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Motor & Gearbox

Direct-drive units, warning signs, and electrical safety.
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Remote & Control Box

Remotes, control boxes, disconnects, and limit switches.
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Bunks

How bunks should support your hull, and 8 signs of wear or poor fit.
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Bunk Brackets

9 warning signs of shifted, corroded, or damaged brackets.
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Elevator Lift Corrosion

I-beams, electrolysis, sacrificial anodes, and the lift disconnect.
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Pilings

Inspection, movement, marine deterioration, and when to replace.
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Boat Lift Service & Repair

Six-month service and repairs, documented on every visit.
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Service Every Six Months. Documented Every Time.

A documented service history helps demonstrate required maintenance and can support factory and contractor installation warranties, subject to each warranty's written terms.

Center console raised on an elevator boat lift
★★★★★

“Marc and his team were communicative, professional, and informative throughout the whole process for my lift. The price was great, and the whole process was surprisingly seamless and stress free. I would recommend to anyone looking for a boat lift or dock.”

Jon K.  ·  Google review

Local Rules

Every City Draws The Line Differently.

How far a lift may project into the waterway, and how far it must stay from the side lines, changes at every city limit. These pages summarize each city’s code, verified in August 2026.

Fort Lauderdale

25% of waterway width or 25 ft, whichever is less; side lines set by zoning.
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Pompano Beach

Up to 28 ft on wider waterways; the channel always controls.
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Deerfield Beach

Dock, lift, and vessel together: 25% of waterbody width.
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Lighthouse Point

Centerline clearance creates the practical projection limit.
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Lauderdale-By-The-Sea

Measured fully raised, from the recorded property line.
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Oakland Park

25% maximum projection with 50% of the waterway kept open.
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Plantation

5 ft side setback; no fixed projection limit, set during City review.
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Compare All Cities

Every rule side by side in one table.
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