Why Winter Is the Best Time to Buy Docks & Boat Lifts in Michigan
When the temperatures drop and Michigan lakes freeze over, most people stop thinking about their docks and boat lifts. But winter is actually the smartest time of year to invest in a new pier system. Whether you're upgrading an old setup or finally building the lakefront system you’ve always wanted, buying during the off-season gives you huge advantages you won’t get in spring or summer.
Here’s why the beach may be cold — but the timing is hot.
Skip the Spring Rush & Beat the Backlogs
Once Michigan hits March, the phones start ringing nonstop. Manufacturers get backed up, installers get booked out, and wait times stretch fast.
Buying in winter means:
Your product is secured early
You're guaranteed an install spot
No competing with the spring “rush crowd”
By the time everyone else is scrambling, your dock or lift is already on the schedule.
Lock In Current Pricing Before Increases Hit
Each year, most manufacturers — especially those using aluminum — raise prices around January and February. With aluminum increases coming in 2025, premium systems like Twin Bay are nearly the same price as standard aluminum, but with far superior build quality.
Buying now lets you:
Avoid upcoming price increases
Take advantage of Beach Bumz end-of-year specials
Secure financing or deposits before price changes roll out
Early buyers save the most.
Better Design, Better Options, Better Attention
Winter is when the Beach Bumz team can spend extra time on:
Personalized dock layouts
Lift sizing and canopy options
Accessory recommendations
Walkthroughs of your lake and shoreline
Custom upgrades or add-ons
Spring gets chaotic. Winter is calm, and that translates to better planning and better results.
More Customization With Fewer Stock Shortages
In spring, everyone orders at once — which means certain decking colors, canopy fabrics, or accessories go out of stock fast.
Winter buyers get:
Full color options
Full product availability
Faster build times
No “backordered until June” surprises
You get to choose, not settle.
Be the First Install When the Ice Breaks
Your dock or lift will already be staged and ready to go in our shop or warehouse.
The moment lakes thaw, you're at the front of the line.
Instead of waiting until May or June, you can be enjoying your lake while others are still waiting for installation calls.
Perfect Time to Upgrade From Roll-In to Sectional or Floating
Winter is the best season to rethink your system — especially if:
Your roll-in pier gave you trouble during removal
You’re tired of winches, cables, or axles failing
You want something sturdier or easier to manage
You’re considering switching to Twin Bay, ShoreStation, or CanDock
With everything removed for winter, planning upgrades is simple and clean.
Winter Is Planning Season — Take Advantage
With the removal season complete, now is when most homeowners finally see:
What should be replaced
What can be upgraded
What didn’t survive the year
What would make next summer easier
This is the moment to get ahead — not wait until spring chaos.
Ready to Lock In Winter Pricing?
Beach Bumz offers full solutions for Michigan waterfronts, including:
CanDock floating systems
Twin Bay sectional docks
ShoreStation dock and boat lifts
FLOE dock and boat lifts
Dock accessories & upgrades
Winter is the smartest time to buy — and we’d love to help you plan the perfect setup for next season.
Contact us today to secure early pricing and guarantee your spring install date.