What other things should I consider before building a dock?

• <div><p>Here are a few other considerations before you build, even if you're convinced you're in compliance with the law:</p><ul><li><p><b>Are you damaging the environment?</b> Bodies of water are often delicate ecosystems, and building a dock can be destructive and disruptive to the wildlife.</p></li><li><p><b>Are you blocking access? </b>Lots of people like to use a lake, so you need to make sure your dock doesn't block public access to the water.</p></li><li><p><b>Can you enclose the dock? </b>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.</p></li><li><p><b>Do you need to follow any specific rules or guidelines?</b> 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.</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Q: Do repairs include replacing flotation devices?

• <div><p>Yes, professionals can replace damaged flotation devices to maintain proper dock buoyancy.</p></div>

Q: Can I repair a water dock myself?

• <div><p>Minor repairs like replacing boards can be DIY-friendly, but structural or underwater repairs require professional expertise.</p></div>

Q: Should I repair or replace my dock?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

Q: How much do dock pilings cost?

• <div><p>The average cost of a new dock piling is <b>$950</b>, including the labor to install it. Dock piling costs can range from <b>$300 to $1,600</b>. You can save money by trying to repair a damaged piling instead of replacing it. On average, repairing a boat dock piling costs <b>$450</b>, with prices ranging between <b>$200 and $700</b>.</p></div>

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Reviewed in April 2013
While they were here I was talking to them about the ladders that go from the dock into the water, which they installed, which is great idea to anyone looking to get a boat lift installed. They came back the next day and installed it. The quality of the work was great. They were punctual, and...
PARR MARINE CONSTRUCTION
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Reviewed in November 2012
The entire project went smoothly and professionally, the dock and lift showed so well that we were asked by the material supplier"s "Tuff Dock" and "AZEK" to have a photo shoot of the back of our home displaying the dock and boat lift. These were used for display boards during the Miami Internal...
DSI Marine Construction / Dock Savers Inc
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Reviewed in October 2013
I needed a proposal so that I could organize a day care. The state told me that I had to submit a funding proposal with all the necessary details in order to get the funding. PROplans and Proposals prepared a really good and professional proposal for me. All I had to do is fill out a...
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Reviewed in August 2012
Things went pretty poorly. They did a good job replacing the bulkhead, however they were unable to follow directions for the overhanging deck and floater supports. They were put in the wrong locate, and as a result the pilings have to be cut short. The ramp was put in incorrectly. They came back...
Gem Marine Docks & Bulkheads
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Reviewed in June 2012
Dms Contracting never built the Pavilion! They did however cash the deposit check I gave them to do the work and never called me back. In my Opinion: Dms Contracting (Michael Mattson, Chris Howard, and John Camp) are total thieves! They will take your deposit and schedule the work but never...
Dms Contracting Llc
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Reviewed in August 2020
Not well. Unreliable. Lots of excuses. Subcontractors he uses were horrible. One took down payment and didn't do any agreed upon work. Another did the work and months later everything broke and I couldn't get anyone to respond to emails, texts, or calls. I had to pay someone else to come in and...
RYKON General Contracting LLC
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