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Novelty Builders, Inc.
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Water Dock - BuildWater Dock - Repair

Serving Wheeling, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

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Our company prides itself on reliability, integrity and quality work. When Novelty Builders, Inc. is called, we make it a point to provide the highest level of customer service. We apply the same attention to detail regardless of project size or complexity. Whether you need a door installed or looking to build an extraordinary piece of custom furniture, Novelty Builders, Inc. is the company to call. We look forward to earning your business! Thank you!

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mordern Impovements
4.5(
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Water Dock - Build

Serving Wheeling, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Extremely easy to work with. Explanation of everything that needed to be replaced and why. On time cleaned up work area. I have a beautiful new deck on the existing structure. Would recommend."
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Spiro's Home Makeover & Emergency Repairs
5.0(
3
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Water Dock - BuildWater Dock - Repair

Serving Wheeling, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"After a burglary to a managed building and panic to find emergency service to secure the property. I found Spiro's Home Makeover & Emergency Repairs. Spiro response was immediate and arranged a schedule for my needs and my tenants. I sent photos of the damage via email and he explained all of the options and suggested various ways to help fortified the doors and the frame to prevent future problems. His work was meticulous and professional. I would not hesitate to use his service for any emergency or remodeling."
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MD All in 1 Construction Painting & Waterproofing
5.0(
3
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Water Dock - BuildWater Dock - Repair

Serving Wheeling, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Eric the owner of the company came out and gave a free estimate of work to be performed. I live over an hour away from where he is located and he had no problem coming out to give the estimate. I got his name from my father that lives in the area where he lives and my dad gave great praise of the work he received and how knowledgeable he was of the work being done, he was respectful and wasn't trying to sell me anything that wasn't necessary to do to get the job done like the other company I had come out to do another estimate. After talking with him and getting the estimate I hired him to do the work. I am not disappointed by my decision to hire him, very pleased with his work and how respectful he was to my property. Did great work and cleaned up after the work was done unlike others I've had do work in my house that have left messes that I've had to clean up. I will definitely hire him if I need more work in the future and will be referring him to all my friends and neighbors. Great work Eric, thanks again."
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Dock Building and Repair FAQs, answered by experts

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.

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.

Building a dock is a complicated and time-intensive project, so professional builders typically take several weeks or several months to complete dock construction. Smaller docks in relatively shallow water may take two to four weeks to complete, while large or ornate docks in deep water could take up to six months. The timeline depends on the size and type of dock you want, the weather conditions in your area, and how ornate the construction needs to be. Your dock builder should give you an estimated timeline for construction along with your quote.

The length your dock can be will differ greatly depending on your location. Some localities will have rules; for example, some areas won't allow you to build a dock that is more than one-fourth of the width of a body of water. Other areas won't have any rules on length at all.

Common features in lakefront landscaping projects include native and water-tolerant plants, stone paths, docks or piers, seating areas, and erosion control solutions to create a harmonious integration with the waterfront setting.

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