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Trying to look up the average price of a boat dock will get you a wide range of figures in the multiple thousands of dollars. It’s a lot of money, but why wouldn’t you want the very best for something that you’re trusting to hold you and your boat when the weather gets nice? Boat docks are an important part of protecting the investment that you’ve put into your boat. 

There’s no “one size fits all” approach to working out the average cost of a boat dock because of the number of variables that go into creating one. Your budget is going to be an important factor in what you get, so make sure to allocate your funds properly when it’s time to start investing. While we can’t give you an estimate of how much a dock would cost, we can tell you where you’ll be putting your budget.

A boat lift will keep your boat out of the water when you’re not using it, and it’s essential to have one if you’re a boater with waterfront property. The investment in a boat lift will be worth the money and stress you save, but how much of an investment will it be? The cost of a boat lift will vary depending on a number of factors, but the average price will likely be somewhere in the thousands. Here are some things to consider when determining the cost of a boat lift that you’re thinking of investing in.

Although there are differences between boat lifts, they typically operate the same way. They’re designed to lift your boat out of the water to protect it and make care easier. But in order for your boat lift to protect your boat, it needs to be used in the conditions that allow it to work its best, which includes the proper water depth.

When it comes to the ideal water depth for a boat lift, we at ShoreMaster personally like our water to be three or more feet deep. However, depending on the kind of boat lift you use, you can go as shallow as nine inches plus the draft. The type of lift that you choose and its features will greatly depend on the depth of your water as well as other variables.

No matter what kind of boat you have or where you boat, a boat lift is an important investment for waterfront enthusiasts. Boat lifts and their accessories make it so much easier to get on and off the water faster, which leaves more time for truly enjoying your boat. Boat lifts protect your boat from getting damaged by the elements and other hazards of the shoreline, including the water itself and your dock. The upfront cost might seem a little steep, depending on your requirements from a boat lift.

All boat lifts are designed to lift boats out of the water, so a boat lift is a boat lift and should fit your craft, right? Not necessarily. Pontoon boat owners have a little more to think about before they invest in a boat lift, including length, width, weight capacity, and all of the other factors that go into purchasing other boat lifts, like ease of use and motor integration. Read on to learn a little more about the considerations you’ll need to make to protect your pontoon or tritoon boat properly.