KEY WEST, FLORIDA
Boat Lift Repair Key West
Boat lift repair in Key West often traces back to 2017, when Irma’s surge ran 2 to 4 feet above ground from west of Cudjoe Key to Key West (National Hurricane Center).
We connect Key West owners with licensed marine contractors who service lifts.
Free inspection and a written scope.
Roofs and size
Under state rules, a lift roof may overhang no more than 1 foot beyond the lift and boat, and roofs and canopies count toward a dock’s over-water area: 500 square feet for a state-exempt dock in Keys waters.
Why it matters
Permits
Replacing a lift goes through the building official, with agency approval where needed (City Code Sec. 118-361). Keep lifts where the channel holds 4 feet at mean low water (Sec. 122-1186).
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
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Serving waterfront Florida
Local waterways, permit offices, and conditions vary by region. Pick yours.
Get a free inspection
No obligation, no trip fee. A licensed marine contractor in the Florida Keys will call you to arrange a time.
Find out what your waterfront needs
A licensed marine contractor in the Florida Keys will inspect your seawall, dock, or lift at no cost and put it in writing.