"Our ShoreStation lift cables snapped mid-season. Great Lakes Dock Works was out within two days, replaced both cables, re-tensioned, and checked the whole lift. Our boat was back in the water the same afternoon. Outstanding service."
Stuck, noisy, uneven, or won't operate at all? Our technicians diagnose and repair all boat lift types across Michigan's lakes — fast, on-site, and at a fair price.
A boat lift that doesn't work properly isn't just inconvenient — it's a safety risk. A failed cable can drop your boat. A misaligned cradle can damage the hull. A stuck motor can leave you stranded at the end of a long day on the water.
We service all types and makes of boat lifts used on Michigan lakes. Whether your lift is brand new or 20 years old, we diagnose the problem, source the right parts, and get your lift operating safely and reliably — usually on a same-week turnaround.
Quick diagnosis, honest quotes, quality repairs — without the runaround.
We come out, inspect the lift, identify the problem, and give you a clear written quote. You'll know exactly what needs fixing and what it costs before we touch anything.
We stock common parts for major brands and can source specialty parts quickly. We'll communicate expected wait times clearly — no mysterious delays.
Most repairs are done on-site at your dock. For major structural work, we may bring sections to our shop for welding or fabrication and reinstall the same day or next.
After repair, we run the lift through a full cycle, verify load capacity, and adjust alignment. We don't leave until the lift is operating correctly and your boat is sitting level.
We've serviced lifts on hundreds of Michigan docks. We know the brands, the failure modes, and how to fix them right.
Michigan's lake season is short. We prioritize boat lift repairs and aim for same-week completion — because every day your lift is down is a day you're not using your boat.
ShoreStation, ShoreMaster, HydroHoist, IMM Quality, Pier Pleasure, Midwest Industries — we've worked on them all. If it's on a Michigan dock, we can fix it.
We won't push a full replacement if a repair will do the job. We'll give you a straight recommendation on whether repair or replacement makes more economic sense for your lift.
We repair boat lifts in Traverse City, Petoskey, Charlevoix, Torch Lake, Houghton Lake, Higgins Lake, Holland, Muskegon, Lake St. Clair, and throughout Michigan. Call to check if we serve your lake.
Call (231) 227-8885Minor repairs like bunk adjustment, carpeting replacement, or small hardware run $150–$350. Cable replacement typically costs $400–$800 depending on lift size and cable type. Motor and actuator repair ranges from $400–$1,200. Major structural or hydraulic work can run $1,000–$2,500+. We provide a free diagnosis and written quote before any work begins.
We service all major brands used on Michigan lakes, including ShoreStation, ShoreMaster, HydroHoist, IMM Quality Boat Lifts, Pier Pleasure, Midwest Industries, and more. We also work on older or private-label lifts — as long as we can source or fabricate the necessary parts.
If the main aluminum or steel frame is structurally sound, repair is almost always the better financial choice. A lift that's 15–20 years old but has a solid frame can often be brought back to full function for a fraction of replacement cost.
If the frame is significantly corroded, cracked, or bent beyond repair, replacement may make more sense. We'll give you an honest assessment — not a sales pitch.
Minor repairs are often completed same-day or within 1–2 days. Repairs that require ordering specific parts typically take 3–7 business days. We stock common cables and parts for major brands, which speeds up the most common repairs significantly.
Don't wait until cables snap. Replace them when you notice: visible fraying or broken wire strands anywhere along the cable, heavy rust or corrosion, kinking or deformation, uneven lifting (one side goes up faster), or any squealing or grinding coming from the cable sheaves.
Failed cables can drop your boat into the water — often with significant hull damage. Cable replacement is low-cost insurance.
"Our ShoreStation lift cables snapped mid-season. Great Lakes Dock Works was out within two days, replaced both cables, re-tensioned, and checked the whole lift. Our boat was back in the water the same afternoon. Outstanding service."
"Our old lift motor was grinding every time we used it. I thought we'd need a whole new lift. They diagnosed it as a failing actuator, replaced it, and aligned the cradle while they were at it. Runs perfectly now — saved us thousands vs. replacement."
Don't lose summer weekends waiting on a broken lift. Call now for a free diagnosis and we'll get you back on the water as quickly as possible.
Call (231) 227-8885 — Free DiagnosisTell us what's happening with your lift and we'll respond within 1 business day. Or call (231) 227-8885.