The pontoon is a boat or a float with a flat bottom that is commonly used on freshwater lakes. Owning one is actually more cost-effective compared to regular boats but you still need to make sure that it is kept in good shape by keeping it dry when not in use or by keeping it away from murky or dirty waters. A pontoon lift should be able to help you do just that.
Now you can lift up that pontoon
Pontoon lifts are convenient to have because you will not have to rely on ropes and your actual strength to pull or push your pontoon to shore. Basically, the pontoon lift can be operated with a remote control or by electronic means but there are also those that are fully automatic once you settle the pontoon on it.
Electronic or hydraulic?
A pontoon lift can either be hydraulic or electronic. The latter basically runs on electricity but is also supplied by rechargeable or heavy-duty batteries. Electronic pontoon lifts can also be adjusted with built-in controls on the lift that can be found along the frames. On the other hand is the hydraulic lift that works automatically and operated by remote controls that you can install in your pontoon boat. The self-contained power source of hydraulic pontoon lifts are also helpful in preventing electrical hazards just in case it gets in contact with water.
It should support your pontoon
Whichever among the types of pontoon lifts you are planning to buy, make sure that it can support the weight and size of your pontoon with a few inches of clearance from the frame to the boat. Also, make sure that it is durable and can withstand wear and tear from the high humidity of rivers and lakes. Choose one with rustproof and waterproof frames with rigid and thick racks.