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Good Hands Construction, LLC
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Water Dock - BuildWater Dock - Repair

Serving Springfield, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Amazing customer service. My bed was broken when my movers set it up. This company came out at 6pm on a Sunday evening with the materials to professionally repair my bed so I can finally get a good nights sleep. I?m a recent widow and he showed concern and made me feel that he is very trustworthy. Will 100% be hiring again for all of the things and repairs that my husband would have normally done."
Response time10 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Decking & Siding Services
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Water Dock - BuildWater Dock - Repair

Serving Springfield, MO and surrounding areas

"I had very great service from this company, no complaints. Very pleasant and hard workers. They are very reliable, and i trust there services. I had multiple projects that they worked on which was building a new deck and remodeling my kitchen. They went above and beyond and im just so happy with the outcome. I would recommend to anyone."
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Water Dock - BuildWater Dock - Repair

Serving Springfield, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Zane and Jude were very polite and respectful with explaining the process and possible solutions to resolve the issues. They were hard workers and definitely put in their best efforts and long hours to repair and staining our fence.I truly recommend these guys ."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate87%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Dock Building and Repair questions, answered by experts

It is possible to build your own dock, especially for simpler projects like a small floating dock, provided you are an experienced DIYer. However, dock building is a complicated process, and hiring a professional is recommended for larger, more complex projects that involve installing pilings or engineering a suspension structure.

A professional dock builder will have the necessary tools and skills to set post foundations, ensure proper anchoring, and build a safe, durable structure that can withstand marine conditions for decades. They are also knowledgeable about local regulations and permitting requirements. In some areas, it is illegal for anyone without a marine construction license to build a dock. Hiring a professional helps avoid these potential legal headaches and ensures the project is completed safely and correctly.

When deciding how big of a dock you can build, you should check with your city and state for any restrictions. Some cities won’t allow docks larger than one-fourth of the width of a body of water, while others have no restrictions at all. Gather this information when you apply for your permits so you can plan the build accordingly.

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.

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 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.

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