Mistake 1: Buying Based on Price Alone

Lower cost lifts often compromise on build quality, hydraulic components or long-term reliability. While the purchase price may look attractive, frequent breakdowns, replacement parts and lost workshop time quickly outweigh any initial savings. A quality 2 post lift should be viewed as a long term investment that supports your business for many years.

Mistake 2: Choosing the Wrong Lifting Capacity

If your workshop mainly handles family cars, a standard lift may be sufficient. However, if you regularly work on SUVs, electric vehicles, vans or heavier commercial vehicles, you’ll need a lift with the appropriate lifting capacity.

Mistake 3: Ignoring Workshop Space

A two post lift might fit on paper, but that doesn’t mean it’ll work efficiently in your workshop. A professional site survey ensures your lift not only fits but also improves workflow rather than creating bottlenecks.

Mistake 4: Overlooking Installation Quality

Even the highest quality lift can become unreliable if it’s installed incorrectly. Professional installation ensures the lift is correctly anchored, levelled and tested before being used. Make sure your garage equipment is installed by trusted experts like ATECH.

Mistake 5: Forgetting About Servicing and Maintenance

Lots of garage owners don’t realise that servicing and statutory inspections are 2 different things. A vehicle lift should undergo a LOLER Thorough Examination every 6 months by a competent person to confirm it remains safe to use. This legal inspection isn’t a replacement for preventative maintenance. Regular servicing helps keep the car lift operating correctly and can identify wear before it leads to unexpected breakdowns or costly repairs.

Mistake 6: Not Thinking About Future Growth

Your vehicle lift should support where your business is going, not just where it is today. Planning ahead now can save the expense of replacing equipment in just a few years.

In Need of 2 Post Lift Installation & Servicing?

ATECH are here to help you with vehicle lift installation and servicing.

Call us today on 0330 133 1187 to speak with our team.