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Sarasota’s Experts in Boat Lift Motors, Lighting Solutions & Electrical Power Needs

Written by Joe Ebner, General Manager | Sep 10, 2025 3:19:49 PM


When it comes to the unique needs of waterfront properties in Sarasota and the surrounding areas, two trusted local companies often work side by side to deliver complete solutions: Precision Marine Construction and Sarasota Alarm & Electric. Together, they bring decades of expertise in marine construction and electrical services, ensuring your dock, seawall, and boat lift systems are safe, durable, and fully powered.

Whether you’re enhancing your dock, upgrading your boat lift motor, or adding security lighting, Sarasota Alarm & Electric handles the electrical design, installation, and service, while Precision Marine Construction provides the dock building, piling, and structural work. The result? A seamless waterfront project that’s built to last.

Boat Lift Electrical Motors & Controllers

Living on the water means a reliable boat lift is essential for protecting your investment. Sarasota Alarm & Electric provides comprehensive electrical services for boat lift motors, controllers, and wiring systems, while Precision Marine Construction ensures the dock and lift structures are installed or maintained to exact standards.

New Boat Lift Motor & Controller Installations

Our team can design and install custom boat lift motor systems that match your dock’s specifications and your boat’s size. From standard motors to high-capacity solutions for larger vessels, we use only high-quality, marine-grade components designed to withstand Sarasota’s coastal conditions.

Paired with Precision Marine Construction’s expertise in marine building, you get a fully integrated boat lift system—from pilings to power—that delivers performance and reliability.

Electrical Repair for Boat Lifts

If your boat lift motor is sluggish, your controller isn’t responding, or your lift is stuck, Sarasota Alarm & Electric provides fast diagnostics and repair for all electrical components. Our electricians quickly identify issues such as corroded wiring, failed relays, or motor burnout. At the same time, Precision Marine Construction can address any structural concerns with your lift or dock, ensuring your entire system operates safely and efficiently.

Decorative, Task, and Security Lighting

A well-designed lighting system not only enhances your property’s beauty but also improves safety and security. Sarasota Alarm & Electric customizes lighting layouts for your dock, seawall, and waterfront areas, while Precision Marine Construction ensures the installation integrates perfectly with your marine structures.

  • Decorative Lighting: LED accents, underwater glow, and landscape lighting.
  • Task Lighting: Dock lights, work area illumination, and motion-activated utility fixtures.
  • Security Lighting: Floodlights, perimeter systems, and timed lighting for added protection.

Other Power Needs: Comprehensive Electrical Solutions

Beyond boat lifts and lighting, Sarasota Alarm & Electric provides complete electrical services for your waterfront property, often in tandem with Precision Marine Construction’s marine expertise.

  • Dockside Power Stations: Power for boat charging, cleaning equipment, and more, built into durable marine-grade docks by Precision Marine Construction.
  • Generator Backup Systems: Stay powered during Florida storms with properly sized and permitted backup generators.
  • Custom Electrical Projects: From tiki huts to EV chargers, if you can dream it, Sarasota Alarm & Electric can power it—and Precision Marine Construction can build the foundation to support it.

Why Choose Precision Marine Construction and Sarasota Alarm & Electric?

Collaborative Expertise – Electrical and marine construction teams working together for seamless results.
Licensed & Insured – Both companies are trusted, local, and fully insured for your protection.
Customized Solutions – No two waterfront properties are alike; your project is tailored to your needs.
Safety & Durability – From GFCI dockside power to reinforced dock construction, every detail is designed to last.

Let Us Power and Build Your Waterfront Property

With Precision Marine Construction managing your dock and lift structures and Sarasota Alarm & Electric handling your electrical needs, you get a complete waterfront solution. Don’t trust your investment to just any contractor—work with the local experts who have been serving Sarasota homeowners for decades.

📞 Contact Precision Marine Construction at 941-924-6044                                                                                                                          🌐 Visit: PrecMarine.com

📞 Call Sarasota Alarm & Electric at 941-365-1427
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Common Questions About Boat Lift Electrical & Dock Lighting

What size motor do I need for my boat lift?
That depends on your boat’s weight and the lift design. Sarasota Alarm & Electric can recommend the correct motor, while Precision Marine Construction ensures the dock and lift structure support the load.

Do I need permits for electrical and dock work?
Yes. Sarasota Alarm & Electric handles electrical permitting and inspections, while Precision Marine Construction manages marine construction permits to ensure full compliance.

How can I protect my boat lift motor from salt air damage?
We use marine-grade components and proper enclosures, while Precision Marine Construction ensures the dock itself is built with materials designed to withstand Sarasota’s coastal environment.

Can you upgrade my dock lighting to LED?
Absolutely! Sarasota Alarm & Electric can retrofit your lighting, and Precision Marine Construction can integrate new fixtures into your dock design.

Contact us today to enhance your dock with Precision Marine Construction and Sarasota Alarm & Electric—the perfect team for powering and building your waterfront lifestyle.