It's been a long, hot summer! Fall is now officially here, which means the water toys are going to be parked for the colder months. Aside from storing your water toys, your canopy cover is also something that should be stored to ensure its long-term use. Why You Should Remove It During the Winter Your canopy cover is made to withstand many weather conditions, but still needs to be stored safely in the wintertime. Part of that is storing it during the winter. More than likely,

Keeping your boat level on the lift is very important in order to make sure your boat lift lasts. If your boat is not sitting level on the lift, it can make it so your boat does not drain properly and can also cause damage to your lift and dock over time. Make Sure Your Lift is Level First and foremost, the most important part of making sure your boat is level on the lift is ensuring that the lift itself is level. If the lift is not level, your boat will never be leveled corr

Summertime means lots of time spent on the boat and in the water, which may require extra dock accessories and power. Dock lights and boat lifts can be powered electrically, but it isn't always the safest or most efficient way of doing so. Solar panels are the perfect alternative. Solar panels capture energy from sunlight and turn it into electricity to use. When the sun sets and the solar panel can no longer detect light, the battery will kick on and power all devices. Solar

Your boat lift is a very important piece in keeping your boat in superb shape. Boats aren't made to sit in the water 24/7; they need to be lifted out of the water so they stay in great shape. You have to make sure you are taking great care of your boat lift so it can continue to perform like it's supposed to. Not Balancing Your Boat Correctly Your boat should not lean either way; it should always sit centered on the boat lift. If it is unbalanced, it makes it easier for your

Thinking about buying a boat lift to make your life easier when storing/putting away your boat when you're not using it? If so, make sure you have done your research and know what you are buying. You certainly don't want to buy something that may not last you for years to come. Here are some things to consider when purchasing a boat lift. Manual or Electric? Do you want convenience when raising up your boat lift or would you rather save yourself a bit of money? Either will wo

We're working extremely hard to get all your docks and lifts built and ready to be installed this upcoming spring! Snow or shine we are likely building away. It's not too late to get your order in! But, don't wait too long! We’re currently two months out and can’t start until the ice melts in March or April! We always know to have some fun during our work day too! Here's Brock balancing a box on his head and posing for the picture! If you are in the market for a new boat dock

When you spend a lot of time on the water, you often hear the terms "boat dock", "boat slip", or depending on what lake you live on you often hear "marina" too. Many lake homes that have a boat dock will usually have one or more boat slips. The differences between the two isn’t huge. While they both give you a place to store your boat, they have their own differences. Basic Differences A boat dock is an actual structure of wood or metal where you park your boat. Parking your

Have you ever walked through a spider web when trying to get on your boat? Then you spend the next five minutes trying to get it off, and the entire boat ride feeling like there has to be more of the spider web still on you. We've all been there! Knowing how to keep those pesky spiders from invading your space is more simple than you think. No more webs, unwanted visitors, and no more droppings they may have left behind. Repellent Spray This is one of the best ways to keep s

Protecting your boat is one of the most important aspects of owning a boat, because without it staying in great shape you would not be able to use it! Making your boat last long allows for you to have more time in the sun! Here are a few reasons why a canopy frame and cover or a roof is worth the investment. Canopy Frames ShoreMaster's traditional canopy frames are the perfect way to keep your watercraft protected. It is a curved design and made of aluminum, meaning it will

Today's the first day of Spring and boating season is right around the corner! With Spring now here, maintaining your lift and/or dock will allow you to go boating sooner without having to get your dock or lift serviced. There are a few key things you should be doing to make your lift and/or dock and ultimately save you money! Lube her up! Lube your wench box, gears, chains, pulleys, and all moving parts. Inspect your cables for signs of wear. Pay close attention to any abra