Boat raised on a boat lift at a residential dock on a Miami canal with palm trees

JENSEN BEACH, FLORIDA

Boat Lift Repair Jensen Beach

Boat lift repair in Jensen Beach on the Indian River Lagoon follows state rules more than county ones, since Martin County sets no lift limits of its own.

Licensed Permits handled Florida waterfront

We connect Jensen Beach owners with licensed marine contractors who service lagoon lifts.

Free inspection and a written scope.

Storm history

Frances and Jeanne both came ashore on southern Hutchinson Island in September 2004, across the lagoon from Jensen Beach.

Permits

Structural lift work needs Martin County’s building permit after state approval (Code Sec. 21.252). In the aquatic preserve, FDEP reviews it fully.

Floating lifts are not eligible for FDEP’s online self-certification.

Palm-lined canal in Miami Beach with private docks and small boats

Why it matters

Roofs

In the aquatic preserve, a lift roof may overhang the lift and boat by 1 foot at most.

A free inspection tells you which one you are looking at.

What a free inspection includes

A contractor comes to your property, looks at the structure above and below the waterline where needed, and tells you what is actually happening.

You get a written scope and estimate. No obligation, no trip fee.

  • On-site assessment of the structure and surrounding soil
  • Photos and a plain-English explanation of the problem
  • Written estimate with scope and materials
  • Repair versus replacement guidance where both are options
Contractor in a safety vest taking notes on a clipboard during an on-site assessment
Aerial view of the residential canal grid in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Serving waterfront Florida

Local waterways, permit offices, and conditions vary by region. Pick yours.

Get a free inspection

Free Inspection Request

No obligation, no trip fee. A licensed marine contractor in the Treasure Coast will call you to arrange a time.

Aerial view of waterfront homes along the Tarpon River in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Find out what your waterfront needs

A licensed marine contractor in the Treasure Coast will inspect your seawall, dock, or lift at no cost and put it in writing.