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Our 4 post lifts have been tested and ALI certified for safety. Visit Automotive Lift Institute (ALI) to see if a competing brand is listed and certified.

Visit Automotive Lift Institute (ALI) for details.

Direct Lift two and four post lifts come with a 5 year structural warranty and a 1 year warranty on the power unit and cylinders; mid-rise lifts come with a 1 year structural warranty and 1 year warranty on the power unit and cylinders; motorcycle lifts, rotisserie units jacks and accessories come with a 1 year structural warranty and 1 year warranty on the power units and cylinders. Many manufacturers do not offer any warranty or offer much less than Direct Lift. Please click on this link for the complete warranty statement.

Labor costs are not covered. Please click on this link for the complete warranty statement.

Ceiling requirements vary by lift model. Click here to access the Direct Lift ceiling height calculator.

Our 2 post lifts require 4” minimum thickness and 3000 psi, if you choose to anchor our four post lifts we also require 4” minimum thickness and 3000 psi. See the installation manual for more details or click here for a complete online listing of our manuals.

The average 4 post lift will weigh about 2100 pounds and be about 15’ long. In order to unload you will need a forklift, boom, or similar equipment to unload the lift.

The Pro9F and DL9 are available in blue only. All other lifts are available in black only.

The four-post Pro Park series require 110 volt service and 2 post series require 220 volt single phase service with a dedicated 30 amp breaker. Our midrise lifts require 110 volt service and the motorcycle lifts are air operated and require no electrical service. See specific installation manuals for more details.

No, we focus on automotive lifting equipment only.

All of our lifts are designed to be installed inside; installation outdoors will void the warranty, none of the components are designed to be in wet or extremely humid conditions.

No, we focus on producing a set product line to consistently produce a superior product.

Call Direct Lift at 877-805-1154 or email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for assistance. Be prepared to provide the lift model and serial number.

You will need to have a structural engineer evaluate your building and the lift specifications to determine if installation over your basement is safe.

If the lift is to be anchored to the floor the routing of the heating system must be known to make sure it is not damaged when the anchors are driven into the floor.

We only require our two post lifts to be anchored to the floor. Four post lifts do not require anchoring unless floor slope is greater than 1/8” per foot.

All of our two and four post lifts must be installed and used on a concrete surface.

No, we only offer new equipment.

All of our lifts can be used in commercial applications.

Call Automotive Lift & Alignment at 877-805-1154 or email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for assistance.

Review the troubleshooting tips in your owner’s manual or review one of our manuals online for suggestions. If more assistance is required, call Direct Lift at 877-805-1154 or email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for assistance.

We recommend use of a SAE10 hydraulic fluid that meets an ISO 32 specification, approximately 3 gallons are required.

Yes, as long as it meets an ISO 32 specification and is changed or cleaned per the oil manufacturer’s requirements.

There are several reasons you should strongly consider purchasing a Direct Lift:

• Direct Lift's parent company is Vehicle Service Group which is owned by Dover Corporation - a Fortune 500 company.
• Vehicle Service Group owns its own ISO 9001 certified factory in Asia providing you with the assurance that the proper quality controls are in place during the manufacturing process.
• Direct Lift's four post lifts are ALI certified meaning they meet the most stringent standards in the lift industry.
• Direct Lift has access to a nationwide service and support network with services ranging from installation to repair and maintenance

Yes, most all commonly required repair and replacement parts are always in stock and will ship within 24 hours. Call Automotive Lift & Alignment at 877-805-1154 or email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to determine availability.

Click here to view a list of available technical manuals.

The maintenance requirements for the various Direct lifts can be found in the installation/owner's manual. Click here to view a list of available technical manuals.

Please contact your local warehouse for this option.

We will only ship to the port of exit; you will need to arrange shipping from the port, contact your local warehouse for details.

Yes, please contact us at 877-805-1154.