How much are boat lift canopies?
A 24’x120” OEM, ShoreStation™ canopy cover can cost as much as $1200.00, whereas an aftermarket canopy for a ShoreStation™ lift made from a Shelter-Rite™ material is just over $600.00.
How much is a cantilever boat lift?
Cantilever boat lifts run between $1600 and $3500. Vertical boat lifts are usually between $6000 and $20000, with consideration to the lift itself and add on features. As an example, adding a power option would increase the cost.
What is a cantilever boat lift?
Cantilever Boat Lifts. Cantilever Boat Lifts are a simplistic design. They have a fixed main frame and a swinging carriage that the boat rests on. The carriage is designed to swing downward and back as the lift is lowered.
How do you measure a boat canopy?
In general, no matter what brand of boat lift you have, make sure the measurement of the length is in feet and the measurement of width is in inches. Always measure the length from outside frame edge to outside frame edge, and measure from inside edge to inside edge for the width.
How do you measure for a canopy replacement?
The first measurement you’ll need is the canopy length from the inside leg to the inside leg. Second, measure the canopy length from the inside leg to inside leg. The final measurement is the most important, as it offers the most variance and often separates one manufacturer from another.
What’s better cantilever or vertical boat lift?
Cantilever lifts offer lower maintenance, but vertical lifts offer greater height. In the end, you are the best judge of which type is best for your shoreline.
How deep of water do you need for a boat lift?
While most boat lifts need three feet of water to work with, there are options for those with shallower shores. A sling-style lift works better for shallow waters because it can compensate for the lack of depth.