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Clover Asphalt
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Water Dock - BuildWater Dock - Repair

Serving Port Huron, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

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Emergency services offered

"Very satisfied..the company was very professional and addressed my needs in a timely manner. I would call them again for my future projects and recommend them to anyone in need of a project to be completed. The crew and owner were very attentive. I gave a 5 star rating for their overall performance."
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VIP Painting & Construction, LLC
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Water Dock - BuildWater Dock - Repair

Serving Port Huron, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

VIP is a All in one Construction Company\n\nInterior\nExterior\nResidential\nCommercial\nIndustrial\n\nCustom Painting\nPowerWashing\nEpoxy Floor Coatings\nConcrete\nRoofing\nTile\nDecks,Fences\nKitchen/Bathroom/Basement Remodeling\n"Total Restoration"\n\nCall a professional, WITH MORE THAN 25 YEARS EXPERIENCE, We are a family owned an operated business\n\nVIP will preserve your interior/exterior and give it that quality professional finish our repeated customers love for years to come!\n\nWe at VIP have built our reputation as a high-quality Construction company through meticulous preparation, attention to detail, Quality materials and experienced application that results in beautiful lasting finishes for years to come. We work with honesty and integrity and respect that Your project is important to you and we do everything we can to ensure you have an excellent experience.\n\nLICENSED/WELL INSURED\n\nFor your FREE Estimate contact VIP

Dock Building and Repair questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

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.

Yes, many professionals handle necessary permits to ensure legal compliance.

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