Boat & PWC Lifts
Docks Unlimited provides a variety of lifts for every make and model of water vehicle, including the popular drive-on floating ports. We will discuss and determine the type of lift best suited for you, so your needs and wants will be met. To determine the lift you need, know these components of your watercraft(s): weight, length/width, and type. Docks Unlimited will make the best recommendation for your crafts.
Boat Lifts
Golden Boathouse Lift
Overhead lifting system for boathouses; Standard capacity is 6500 lbs (other capacities may be available).
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Golden 4-Post Lift
Standard 4-post boat lifts for boathouses or fixed slips; Standard capacity is 7500 lbs (other capacities may be available).
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Bracing
2 x 6 bracing is used on all outside corners, with “X” bracing added to walkways where practical.
Collars
Treated 2 x 10s are thru-bolted to posts to support joists, except where tied directly to rim boards.
Rim Boards
The main skirt around the pier consists of treated 2 x 10s, attached to posts using ½" carriage bolts.
Joists
All joists are treated 2 x 8s, spaced 16 inches on center. Unsupported spans do not exceed 8 feet.
Decking
Standard 2 x 6 decking is screwed down and jammed tight to allow for shrinkage, and alternate decking systems are fastened appropriately.
Bumper
Black bumpers are attached using stainless steel screws every 6 inches.
Cleats
Fold-down cleats are lagged directly to the main rim board with 6-inch lags.
Beauty Band
A pressure-treated 2 x 8 board is screwed to the rim boards to conceal decking end grain.
Roofing
Standard is 29-gauge metal roofing, screwed to 2 x 4 purlins spaced every 2 feet. Color options and alternate roofing types available upon request.
Personal Watercraft Lifts
Electric Lift
PWC Lifts (Single tract 3000 lb)
Drive On Ports
Shoremaster Shoreport Connect-A-Dock Dandy Dock EZ Ports
Bracing
2 x 6 bracing is used on all outside corners, with “X” bracing added to walkways where practical.
Collars
Treated 2 x 10s are thru-bolted to posts to support joists, except where tied directly to rim boards.
Rim Boards
The main skirt around the pier consists of treated 2 x 10s, attached to posts using ½" carriage bolts.
Joists
All joists are treated 2 x 8s, spaced 16 inches on center. Unsupported spans do not exceed 8 feet.
Decking
Standard 2 x 6 decking is screwed down and jammed tight to allow for shrinkage, and alternate decking systems are fastened appropriately.
Bumper
Black bumpers are attached using stainless steel screws every 6 inches.
Cleats
Fold-down cleats are lagged directly to the main rim board with 6-inch lags.
Beauty Band
A pressure-treated 2 x 8 board is screwed to the rim boards to conceal decking end grain.
Roofing
Standard is 29-gauge metal roofing, screwed to 2 x 4 purlins spaced every 2 feet. Color options and alternate roofing types available upon request.
How to Get Started
We make the onboarding and construction process as easy as possible. Get in touch and we can get started!