What other things should I consider before building a dock?

• <div><p>Here are a few other considerations before you build, even if you're convinced you're in compliance with the law:</p><ul><li><p><b>Are you damaging the environment?</b> Bodies of water are often delicate ecosystems, and building a dock can be destructive and disruptive to the wildlife.</p></li><li><p><b>Are you blocking access? </b>Lots of people like to use a lake, so you need to make sure your dock doesn't block public access to the water.</p></li><li><p><b>Can you enclose the dock? </b>Just because you can build a dock doesn't mean you can build any dock you want. Some areas don't allow enclosed docks, for example.</p></li><li><p><b>Do you need to follow any specific rules or guidelines?</b> Check with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association (NOAA) Office for Coastal Management for any guidelines you’ll need to follow, including size and type restrictions.</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

How often do boat docks need maintenance?

• <div><p>Boat docks need maintenance every year. Get an inspection at the end of each warm weather season, and remove the dock from the water if possible (if it’s made of wood) when not in use. You can also treat the wood to lessen the impact of moisture damage.</p></div>

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: Should you repair a seawall and boat dock at the same time?

• <div><p>If your boat dock and seawall appear to be failing at the same time, taking on the projects together may be easier from a permitting perspective. By doing a big project, you can ensure that everything in your property is safe and up to code. Depending on the size and condition of your boat dock, average <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/boat-dock-repair-cost.htm">boat dock repair cost</a> can range from <b>$834 to $5,432</b>.</p></div>

Q: How do I maintain a newly built dock?

• <div><p>Regularly inspect for structural issues, clean debris, and apply sealant to protect from water damage.</p></div>

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Reviewed in July 2024
I hired Rasnick Construction to help repair a few things in my new home. As a first time homeowner I was absolutely pleased with the work and services provided. Not only were they friendly and timely they were also able to help educate me about several of the services I inquired about. I was...
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Reviewed in October 2022
Called with an emergency at a commercial business and he was there within an hour and tackled the problem. He was on time and did all the repairs. Took pride in his work and cleaned up after he finished. This was a 3 phase repair and he was very confident in the work he did.
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Reviewed in May 2017
George was very knowledgeable on what to look for. He was able to suggest several repairs to be done and he did it within a day of me calling him. He also answered one of the sellers questions with ease. His pricing is very fair and I would recommend him to anyone!
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They also worked on my roof, they repaired part of it that had already been repaired once before, but that still didn't fix the leak. I called them and they said they'd come back and work some more on it, but they never did come back and this happened back in December. I've called them since...
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Reviewed in February 2014
They diagnosed and repaired the issue.
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Reviewed in September 2013
Customer was greeted promptly and professionally. Reviewed requested repair work requested. Customer was advised of approximate cost and time of repair. Associate also reviewed for any potential maintenance work needed on vehicle. Customer wait time was less than 1 hour.
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Reviewed in February 2013
Great! The service is friendly, and the quality of the repairs is very good.
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Called for Dishwasher leak repair. He called back within 30 minutes from leaving message, making a 1:00 pm appt. for the same day. About 10:30 he called and said he'd finished a previous repair and asked if he could come early. Upon arriving he found 2 holes burned through the tub. He ran to...
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