Perks of Adding a Lift Walkway

Boat lifts are an important part of keeping your boat safe. While it's an effective way to lift your boat out of the water, there are some impressive boat lift variations we have available to make your boating experience even better. Our boat lift company at the Lake of the Ozarks is able to work with your unique dock, boat, and lift situation to design a lift that is best for your unique needs. One of the popular options our customers choose is to offset a boat lift and install a boat lift walkway at the Lake of the Ozarks. Check out some of the benefits of adding a walkway to your boat lift below: 

Increase Safety on Dock

Your dock is a hot spot for family and friends each summer. We want to ensure it's as safe as possible and that can be accomplished by installing a walkway around your boat. This means there is less space for a person to fall in the water in the dock well between the edge of the dock and the boat. This is a dangerous place to fall with all the lift arms and other metal beneath the water surface. Preventing a fall specifically next to a boat lift can help keep your crew safe. 

Make it Easy to Board Your Boat

It can be difficult for some individuals to board a boat. Children and elderly boaters tend to have trouble getting on and off the boat. A boat lift walkway at the Lake of the Ozarks is a great way to offer peace of mind and an extra place to step to get the individuals closer to the boat. Instead of stretching your legs over the gap between the dock and the boat, a walkway offers a place to take a step closer and get right next to the boat to board. It can also help eliminate the fear factor of falling in next to the boat while boarding. 

Conveniently Clean Boat

It can be tricky to clean your boat while it's stored on your lift. While some spots on the boat are easy to clean, it can be difficult to reach other places on the boat. Easily clean your entire boat exterior with a lift walkway. You can get up right next to the boat to wipe it down after a day on the water or to give it a good cleaning before winterizing this fall. 

Our Lake of the Ozarks boat lift company takes great pride in providing the best end product for our customers. When you work with Summerset Boat Lifts, you get our years of experience and exceptional customer service at your disposal! We look forward to creating the best boat lift for your boat and boating lifestyle. Contact us today by calling 573-348-5073 and we can go over the Lake of the Ozarks boat lift options we have available for you! 

Summerset Boat Lifts

1165 Jeffries Road Osage Beach, MO  65065

573-348-5073

Email:info@summersetboatlifts.com

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Boat Lift and Boat Dock Safety

The weather is warming up and boating season is upon us. While it's important to be safe while out on the water, it's just as important to have a safety first mindset when on the dock and dealing with your Lake of the Ozarks boat lift. Keep reading for some safety tips from Summerset Boat Lifts.

Boat Lift Safety 

First and foremost, passengers should never be inside the watercraft while it is being raised or lowered. Also never let anyone be under a raised boat at anytime. Keep children away from the boat and lift while in operation. In order to not only keep yourself safe, but also your boat, it's important that you don't exceed the weight capacity of your lift. Keep in mind that the manufacturer weights do not include fuel and equipment. In addition, the published boat weights are dry weights, which is not always the same when the boat is wet. If you get a new boat that doesn't properly fit your current lift, contact the best boat lift dealer at the Lake of the Ozarks. We can hook you up with a brand new lift or often times, we can even modify the lift to fit your needs.  

Boat Dock Safety

Staying safe on the dock is just as important as staying safe while on the water. It's particularly important to pay close attention to children when on the dock. Make no running on the dock a rule and make sure children always have life jackets on when on the dock and around the water. Be sure to regularly inspect your dock's structure to make sure there are no weak spots or places that could cause injury to those on the dock. Look for areas that are splintering, any nails that might be sticking up, mold or moss that could be slippery, etc. You'll also want to ensure the electrical is installed properly to avoid shock in and out of the water. Proper lighting is needed on the dock to ensure safety at night.

If you haven't already, now's the time to have your boat lift at the Lake of the Ozarks inspected. Keeping your lift and dock maintained will decrease the likelihood of problems and injury. Summerset Boat Lifts is here for all your Lake of the Ozarks boat lift repair and maintenance needs, as well as for the sale of both new and used lifts. Give us a call at 573-348-5073 for more information.

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1165 Jeffries Road Osage Beach, MO  65065

573-348-5073

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Stay Safe On Your Dock This Season

Boating season is getting underway and summer will be here before you know it. That means you're probably going to be spending quite a bit of time on a boat dock. With more than 25,000 docks on the Lake of the Ozarks, boat dock safety is of utmost concern. Summerset Boat Lifts wants to help keep you safe this season, so we've put together a list of dock safety tips.

1.  Electrical Safety 

One of the main safety issues with boat docks has to do with the fact that electricity and water don't mix. Be sure you're taking all the precautions to avoid electrical shock and other dock issues related to electricity.

• All electrical wiring on boats and docks should be installed and maintained according to the National Electrical Codes and installed by an experienced, licensed electrician. 
• Use only ground fault circuit interrupter (GCFI) outlets/switches in areas that are near or exposed to water. 
• Test GFCI outlets/switches monthly. A tester can be purchased at your local hardware store. 
• Keep electrical wires, cords and appliances at least 5 feet from the water. 
• Use only grounded extension cords that are the correct size for the equipment and are rated for outdoor use. 
• Do not alter or tape electrical wires/cords and dispose of any frayed or damaged cords. 
• Receptacles, switch boxes and junction boxes must not be within six feet of a ladder for the dock. 
• Metal dock frames should have "bonding jumpers" that connect all metal parts to an on-shore grounding rod. 
• Have your boat, dock and boat lift at the Lake of the Ozarks inspected regularly. 

2. Safety with Children

When it comes to dock safety, be sure to use common sense. However, if you have children, you'll want to pay close attention to them the entire time they are on the dock (and anywhere near water). Here are a few tips for helping to keep your little ones safe.

• Make sure children are always wearing a life jacket when near the water. This doesn't mean just on the boat, but also on the dock.  
• Make a rule of no running on the dock. 
• Remind children to stay away from the edge of the dock. 
• Having them wear shoes will prevent splinters and other cuts, etc. that can occur on a dock.  

3. General Dock Safety 

In addition to electrical safety and watching out for children, there are a few other things you can do to make sure your dock is a safe place to enjoy the summer season!

•  Regularly check your dock for areas that are splintering. If your dock is older, it's always a good idea to wear shoes in order to prevent splinters. 
• Check your dock for any loose nails sticking up or anything else that looks out of place that could be tripped over and/or cause an accident. 
• Look for any mold, moss or algae on your dock that could cause it to be slippery. 
• Avoid consuming excessive amounts of alcohol while on the dock, on the boat or anywhere near water. 
• Have a first aid kit handy for any accidents that may occur.  
• Don't leave any ropes or other items lying around that could be tripped over or that someone could get tangled up in.

4. Docking Your Boat

It's important to be safe when you're on the dock, but it's also important to take caution while bringing your boat back to the dock. Docking is an essential boating skill, so we've put together some tips to help you out. If you've never operated a lift before, a representative from our boat lift company at the Lake of the Ozarks will be on the dock to help you out the first time you use it!

• Be sure to know the area and the water you plan to dock in. 
• Stop well away from the dock. 
• Make sure you take any wind into consideration.  
• Come up to the dock slowly and continue forward with the wheel straight. 
• Use caution when jumping off your boat onto the dock. Then quickly tie it off. 

When it comes to dock safety, boat lift safety should also be included. Before you use your lift for the first time this season, you should have someone from Summerset Boat Lifts come out and take a look at it. With the water level fluctuations we've experienced this winter, it's important that you make sure nothing is out of place on your dock and lift. As your premier boat lift company at the Lake of the Ozarks, we're here to help with all your boat lift needs!

Summerset Boat Lifts

1165 Jeffries Road Osage Beach, MO  65065

573-348-5073

Email:info@summersetboatlifts.com

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