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Avatar for Brothers Carpentry & Paint
Brothers Carpentry & Paint
4.9(
77
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Water Dock - BuildWater Dock - Repair

Serving Stem, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Carlos was fantastic to work with from the very first meeting throughout the building project and the final day. He communicated extremely well with us, and built the deck with extreme precision. And most important he is super kind as we’re all the team who worked with him."
Windows and Trim
Recent Projects
Recent Projects
Recent Projects
Recent projects

+9

Response time3 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by38%of homeowners
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Span Builders, LLC
4.6(
25
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Water Dock - BuildWater Dock - Repair

Serving Stem, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Professional and good craftsmanship. They stayed late until the fence was done. No short cuts and very sturdy. I would use them again and refer them to friends. 3/15/22 Chris McQ"
Pergola
Floating Dock / Kayak Launch
Lake Crabtree park
Lake Crabtree park
Deck/Boardwalk

+14

Response time1 day
Response rate85%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
M&D Property Solutions
4.5(
23
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Water Dock - Repair

Serving Stem, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I live in Florida an own a rental property in Rochester NY. Needed some one to diagnose a give a estimate to find a kitchen ceiling leak. He had to come twice as Tenant was a no show 1st time, He came again found the source of the leak (a leaky faucet in upstairs Bath). Gave a fair estimate an repaired the ceiling an replaced faucet. Was a great feeling to have a honest an fair price for the work. WILL DEFINITELY USE HIM AGAIN. THANK YOU BRADY"
Master bedroom
Master bedroom
Front hall
Living area
Entry

+10

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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CJ Improvements
4.6(
48
)
Water Dock - BuildWater Dock - Repair

Serving Stem, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Communication was excellent and installation was top notch. These guys did a great job and I would recommend them to anyone and also possibly use them again for a deck install when I have more money!"
Recommended by68%of homeowners
Avatar for Mike's Painting & Pressure Washing
Mike's Painting & Pressure Washing
4.7(
28
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Water Dock - BuildWater Dock - Repair

Serving Stem, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Mike and Crystal were very professional from the first phone contact through the completion of the work. They showed up on time, their work was neat and they worked very efficiently. My windows were in pretty bad shape. They really took their time and prepped them very well which showed in the finished product. When asked to redo or touch up anything it was done without question. In the end we received a very good paint job on a timely basis and at a competitive price. I have already recommended Mike's Painting to others in my neighborhood and would use him again for future painting needs.
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+161

Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Qualis Home Improvements, LLC
4.0(
37
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Water Dock - BuildWater Dock - Repair

Serving Stem, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

"Quails Home Improvements, LLC took a piece of our home and gave it life again. The new "She" shed as it is now called was a challenge from day one until the very end. But years of experience prevailed and now it is a beautiful part of our property. Not only is it a place of valued storage that gave us our home back, with great insulation through out, Randy was able to hear my concerns and see my vision of creativity, in how it was going to be used in the future. It was changed from an eye sore to a thing of beauty."
Deck Repair
Repaired
Trim work and painting
Trim work and painting
Trim work and painting

+31

Response time3 days
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Dock Building and Repair FAQs, answered by experts

You will likely need a permit to build a new dock or add to an existing one, especially if it's a permanent structure. Permit requirements vary by location, as they are typically set by local municipalities, counties, or cities rather than states. You should check with your local government or building department to determine what paperwork is required before you begin. In many areas, you may need multiple permits, including general construction permits and those designed to protect local marine life. Additionally, if you are part of a homeowner's association (HOA), they may have their own rules regarding docks, such as minimum distances between neighboring docks. It's best to check with all relevant authorities (city, county, HOA) to ensure you are in compliance. A professional dock builder can often handle the permit-pulling process for you.

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.

The cost to build a new dock can range widely, typically from $5,000 to $65,000, with an average cost around $15,500. The final price depends on several key factors, including the dock's size, the materials used, the complexity of the installation, the depth of the water, the type of dock being built, and whether it is in fresh or salt water.

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.

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.

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