Boat Lift FAQs

A boat lift is an apparatus that is bolted onto a dock and is used to raise your boat up and out of the water when you're not using it — protecting your investment for as long as possible.

Econo Lift boat lifts work as an air/water displacement system. The unit bolts to the dock from the front or sides. An air tank pumps air in or vents it out — the more air in the tank, the more weight it lifts out of the water (ranging from 4,500 to 25,000 lbs.). Venting air lowers the lift back into the water.

Very easy. All you need is one handle and one switch — that's it!

If you've invested thousands of dollars in a boat, a lift protects that investment. It keeps your hull clean, prevents water damage and algae buildup, and significantly extends the life of your boat.

Maintenance is minimal. Check the lift every 5–6 years for standard upkeep — ensure all nuts and bolts are snug and the motor is in good working condition.

We always recommend professional installation. For an experienced installer it's straightforward, but for someone new to boat lift systems it involves heavy, complex equipment. Our team has decades of installation experience — contact us for help.

Approximately three and a half to five minutes in either direction.

Position the boat about a foot from the dock and align it to center. Open the valve and flip the switch to pump air in. To return to the water, turn the handle down — it vents and lowers on its own. No need to turn the motor on!

Every Econo Lift includes a lifetime warranty on tanks and bushings for the original purchaser, a 5-year warranty on all galvanized metal parts, and a 1-year warranty on the motor.

With routine maintenance, an Econo Lift boat lift should last at least 25 years.

For 4,500 and 6,500 lb. lifts, you need roughly 3½ to 4 ft. of water. Heavier lifts may require deeper water. Contact us for guidance tailored to your specific situation.

Tanks and motor boxes are rotationally molded polyethylene plastic. All structural metal parts are American-made steel. Bunks are marine-grade, pressure-treated lumber.

Yes — Econo Lift boat lifts are designed to be relocated if needed.

No. The polyethylene plastic tanks are pliable and flexible, handling the contraction and expansion of freezing and thawing without damage.

No. The bunk design and materials will not scratch or damage your hull.

Yes — only standard 110 volts are required for the motor when pumping or venting air.

No permit is required for an Econo Lift boat lift.