Do dock builders need to be licensed?

• <div><p>In most areas, dock builders need some type of license. In some states, only a general construction license might be necessary, while a marine construction license is required in others. You can check online to see which is mandatory in your area, and then you can use Angi’s <a href="https://www.angi.com/angi-license-check.htm">contractor licensing tool</a> to make sure the company holds the proper license. Since dock construction is inherently dangerous, confirm with your builder that they are fully insured for everyone’s protection.</p></div>

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Q: What are the common signs my seawall needs immediate repairs?

• <div><p>Bulging walls, cracks in the seawall's top or side, and the appearance of a seawall &quot;pulling away&quot; are all signs that you need repairs or reconstruction. The area around the seawall can also provide clues. For instance, you may notice water bubbling over in areas of your yard if your seawall has holes or cracks. The soil around the seawall may also appear to be sloping or sinking.</p></div>

Q: What are common issues requiring dock repair?

• <div><p>Rotting wood, loose boards, rusted fasteners, and damaged pilings often require repair to maintain safety and functionality.</p></div>

Q: How much does it cost to repair a water dock?

• <div><p>Repair costs range from $500 to $5,000, depending on material type, structural damage, and labor. Extensive piling or decking replacements increase the price.</p></div>

Q: Can I repair a water dock myself?

• <div><p>Minor repairs like replacing boards can be DIY-friendly, but structural or underwater repairs require professional expertise.</p></div>

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Last update on October 18, 2025

Reviewed in August 2024
I needed help getting a large number of heavy boxes to a loading dock to be shipped ASAP and they responded quickly and was out to my residence to help. They were polite and very helpful. Best of all they were reasonably priced. I couldn't have done this job without them. THANK YOU!
YOU CALL WE HAUL
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Reviewed in October 2023
Needed decks painted plus interior ceiling repairs. Both were done in just 2 days. Very well done.
Silver Painters
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Reviewed in April 2023
Professional and respectful will in phone book for this house’s gutter repair and install needs. Thank you Cliff for the great work
Alaska Streamline Gutters
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Reviewed in October 2020
My Property Management company called pioneer door. Pioneer texted me 8 hours later and came by the next day. by that time i already repaired it myself so i can get my truck out of the garage. They charged me $110.
PIONEER DOOR INC
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Reviewed in September 2017
Renovations Unlimited did an excellent job building the new deck. Quality is great, it looks absolutely beautiful and the wife realy loves it. Thanks Josh for the outstanding workmanship!
Renovations Unlimited
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Reviewed in October 2016
It went great. The guys started the project a few days after I called. They had pulled up the flooring and had fans going the first day, second day had the new flooring down very quickly and the roof repair done. And Dave still had time to do a few other small projects while he was here,...
Jensen Construction
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Reviewed in July 2016
The crew first tried a less expensive type of repair, but due to the angle of the displacement , we're unsuccessful. They returned in a week with different machinery and we're able to make the repair. The great part is that without their service, I would have had to dig up my deck and possibly...
Drain Masters Inc
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Reviewed in September 2014
After having problems previously, this was the final repair put in place to avoid disaster and an emergency. The team was very good to work with. Fit my repair into their schedule between other repairs as they could. Will use this company as needed for well issues.
Aarow Pump & Well Service LLC
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Reviewed in April 2014
We used this company for several projects, for the first year or so everything was great, now we find ceiling Sheetrock is sagging, light bulbs blow out due to faulty wiring, the Deck is a total disaster very expensive, poorly installed, poor communication, I did call to see what they would do...
House Surgeons of Alaska
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Reviewed in October 2013
Not so great. If you want blue tarp, trailer park workmanship, give them a call. If you want good as new craftsmanship, call a real professional. They arrived an hour late, at least they called at the scheduled time to notify me of their late arrival. The ceiling repair has an obvious...
Action Maintenance Repair LLC
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Enviro-Tech Diving, Inc.

Po Box 490

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Enviro-Tech Diving, Inc.

Po Box 490

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35 years of experience

E.T.D. is a Northwest based dive company and for the last 30 years has been a leading provider of regulatory surveys for private clients, state and federal agencies as well as providing diversified underwater services ranging from the California coast to the Arctic Ocean. Our experienced team: On land as well as at sea provides a complete and comprehensive marine service including environmental services, pipeline inspection and marine construction, including dock repair. E.T.D. delivers professional, unsurpassed solutions to seafood processing companies, mining facilities, tugboat and other marine transportation as well as city harbors and marine works. E.T.D. specializes in reports and data from actual divers in the water with firsthand visuals and reporting while utilizing advancing technologies that includes real time positioning of the diver H.D imaging and recording, R.O.V operations, seabed core samples and comprehensive reporting and mapping. E.T.D.'s safety record is one of the best in the industry and we always put safety first and foremost in our approach to any job.

Dock Building and Repair questions, answered by experts

Bulging walls, cracks in the seawall's top or side, and the appearance of a seawall "pulling away" are all signs that you need repairs or reconstruction. The area around the seawall can also provide clues. For instance, you may notice water bubbling over in areas of your yard if your seawall has holes or cracks. The soil around the seawall may also appear to be sloping or sinking.

In most areas, dock builders need some type of license. In some states, only a general construction license might be necessary, while a marine construction license is required in others. You can check online to see which is mandatory in your area, and then you can use Angi’s contractor licensing tool to make sure the company holds the proper license. Since dock construction is inherently dangerous, confirm with your builder that they are fully insured for everyone’s protection.

Rotting wood, loose boards, rusted fasteners, and damaged pilings often require repair to maintain safety and functionality.

Repair costs range from $500 to $5,000, depending on material type, structural damage, and labor. Extensive piling or decking replacements increase the price.

Minor repairs like replacing boards can be DIY-friendly, but structural or underwater repairs require professional expertise.

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