How To Make Sure Your Boat Stays Damage FREE When The Water Is NOT Calm

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You clearly never know when a larger boat may decide to just cruise on by your dock at a HIGHER speed than they should be traveling at. When that happens, the water gets really choppy and it can make getting your boat in the water really difficult. Not only does it make lowering your boat difficult but if the dock isn't stable while you're trying to do this, you could even end up damaging your boat. That being said, there are a few things you can do to make sure your boat stays damage free in these sorts of scenarios. Keep reading this week's blog to learn all about them. One of the best things you can do is to invest in a top-of-the-line boat lift remote that you can actually count on to get your boat in the water FASTER. That's where Firstmate Controls comes in. Check out our website today at www.FirstmateControls.com.


Photo Credit: Fun Lake MO

Make a habit out of constantly checking your boat lift for possible damages.

  • Routinely inspect the lift for any damage and to make sure it's functioning properly. You can even take it a step further and upgrade your lift with a remote controlled system.
  • By installing a boat lift remote control system to your lift, you can improve your chances of avoiding damage to your boat and lift.
  • The Firstmate Boat Lift Remote Control System allows you to program settings to lower, raise, and stop at the specific levels you set.
  • Using Firstmate controls is easy whether boating alone or with guests. Using either of our remote controlled systems gives you an extra set of hands from inside the boat for getting your boat on or off the lift.


Check to make sure your dock is securely attached to land.

This sounds obvious but you may be surprised how often it becomes an issue. Rough waters can cause a number of problems on the water, especially to docks. That's why it's so important to regularly inspect your dock for any potential repairs needed. 

  • What may seem like a small issue at the time could turn into a huge and costly problem down the road. The last thing you want is to get a call from your neighbors saying your dock is floating downstream. 
  • Make sure to check the hardware on your dock and the cables securing your dock to land periodically and replace anything that is damaged or corroded as needed.
  • Make sure your electrical system is up to code and working as it should to avoid malfunctioning equipment or electrical currents from being discharged into the water.


Make sure you have boat lift you can rely on to be structurally sound.

A boat lift provides two main benefits: 

  • Preventing deterioration and algae buildup on your boat
  • Eliminating impacts due to water fluctuation 
Leaving a boat in water over time can cause a lot of problems to the boat itself. Not only will it create more work for you when cleaning the boat, but extended periods of sitting in water can cause blistering to the hull and corrosion to the propellers and engine. By lifting your boat out of the water when not in use, you also prevent damage from incoming wakes and rough water from slamming floating objects into your boat or your boat into the dock or shoreline. 


Photo Credit: Fun Lake MO


Have a Fun, But Safe Boat Season 2021!

We hope you found these points helpful when it comes to protecting your boat this year. A boat is an investment, so why not protect your investment by having a boat lift remote system that safely and efficiently lowers your boat and gets you out on the water faster? Visit our website listed below and select the new units tab to see our latest models. Enjoy!


Boat Lift Controls You Can Count On!

Firstmate Controls 
410 Century Business Drive
Labadie, MO 63055

Phone: (866) 570-9707



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