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Werkman Builders
4.4(
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Water Dock - BuildWater Dock - Repair

Serving Downs, IL and surrounding areas

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Warranties offered

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"The price was extremely fair. They were easy to work/communicate with. My new deck is now the favorite part of our home. We love it!"
Deck with an attached pergola
Decks and Porches Project
Deck with an attached pergola
Decks and Porches Project
Deck with an attached pergola

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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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World Painting Company
3.9(
43
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Water Dock - BuildWater Dock - Repair

Serving Downs, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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Wonderful job on both the painting for the development, and the staining of my deck. Probably the best quality painting that we have ever had in our development. From the beginning, the work, work order, estimate process, etc. was handled in a top knotch way. I have had a number of contacts with the company's owner, Colby, and he has shown himself to operate a well run company.He is very businesslike, returns calls promptly, and has people there when he promises.  I also had dealt quite a bit with Josh, who directly supervised the overall process. Josh is very cooperative, understanding, and very helpful. He always came through on his committments, and it made for a very pleasant experience.


The painting crew, led by Arturo, was by far the best group of painters we have used. I got many comments from other homewoners in the development who were very impressed with their work. They are meticulous in what they do, and the final product shows it.


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Hair Salon Remodel
Restoring Historical Home
Remodeling Cabinets
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Trent Davis
3.0(
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Water Dock - BuildWater Dock - Repair

Serving Downs, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Home Remodeling and Maintenance Services including a Home Maintenance Check Up that is like an oil change for your house helping you save time and money in the long run and giving you piece of mind that your home is in good condition and safe for your family. Larger remodeling projects like kitchens, baths, basements and additions are handled using our cost plus design build process that essentially provides an open book estimating process that allows you to get the most bang for your buck! :-)

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Blairs
New to Angi
Water Dock - BuildWater Dock - Repair

Serving Downs, IL and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

I'm Justin and I'm always prepared to go that extra mile to make it right and keep it looking good,safe and you happy. very well rounded in most forms and types of home repairs, remodels and services.such as carpentry, plumbing,light electrical, ceiling fan bath vents, excavation land grading, retaining walls,fences and much more.

Grading
Deck revamp
Deck revamp
Deck revamp
Deck revamp

+5

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4 Brothers Construction
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Water Dock - Repair

Serving Downs, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Quality without compromise, we specialize in additions, kitchens and bathrooms, remodeling, trim work, and repairs. 4 Brothers Construction provides a neat workplace, attention to detail, and superior customer satisfaction. Multi level years of experience combined with hands on attention to detail brings a smile to any home owners face and a trust and confidence that only on site owner representation can provide.\n\nFully licensed, insured and certified\n

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Dock Building and Repair questions, answered by experts

The cost of a new dock can range from $3,000 to $30,000, depending on the extent of the project size, location, and additional features.

For example, a boat lift can range from $1,000 to $8,000. The ladder you'll need for your dock can be anywhere from $100 to $800, not including installation. In addition, the decking you'll need for your dock can cost between $15 and $30 per square foot.

The most significant factor in knowing whether to repair or replace your dock is the extent of the damage and its age. If you have minor cracks on a few boards and the dock is less than 15 years old, it'll likely be worth repairing the damaged part. However, it's time to replace this essential water feature if you have significant damage, such as rotting wood in multiple areas, warps or cracks in the dock supports, or a damaged foundation.

If you don’t want to rely on an anchor on land, you can also build dock posts. You’ll need to rent a water jet to blow out sand and silt from the lake floor in order to place the posts; it’s a complicated task that is best left to a professional.

Cedar wood is the best choice for a hardwood dock, as it is rot-resistant and does well in the water. Pressure-treated pine and spruce are two other solid options. Alternately, composite or waterproof plastic are materials commonly used for docks, and are frequently used in prefabricated kits.

Here are a few other considerations before you build, even if you're convinced you're in compliance with the law:

  • Are you damaging the environment? Bodies of water are often delicate ecosystems, and building a dock can be destructive and disruptive to the wildlife.

  • Are you blocking access? Lots of people like to use a lake, so you need to make sure your dock doesn't block public access to the water.

  • Can you enclose the dock? 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.

  • Do you need to follow any specific rules or guidelines? 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.

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