Do dock builders need to be licensed?

• <div><p>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 <a href="https://www.angi.com/angi-license-check.htm">contractor licensing tool</a> 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.</p></div>

How often do boat docks need maintenance?

• <div><p>Boat docks need maintenance every year. Get an inspection at the end of each warm weather season, and remove the dock from the water if possible (if it’s made of wood) when not in use. You can also treat the wood to lessen the impact of moisture damage.</p></div>

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: How long does water dock repair take?

• <div><p>Most dock repairs take 1-5 days, depending on the extent of the damage and weather conditions affecting the work schedule.</p></div>

Q: What is the lifespan of a dock?

• <div><p>Docks can last between 20 and 30 years, provided regular maintenance has been performed. Upkeep tasks like staining your dock annually to prevent water damage, repairing broken elements quickly, and using dock covers regularly will help extend your dock&rsquo;s life. Your dock is likely nearing the end of its lifespan when it shows signs of rot, rust, and foundation damage.</p></div>

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Excellent! Great communication, they met me at the nursery and transported my trees to my house and planted them all. Will definitely use them in the future for concrete and more landscaping as we build out our backyard.
Green Summer
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Reviewed in September 2024
redline was quick, clear, and informative with quotes and was very fast at getting employees on the jobsite for work. and they stand by what they build!
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Reviewed in December 2022
Jon A., Kris V., and Stephen H., were hard working and very professional. Despite the tight crawlspace, these guys kept a clean workspace, were in good spirits, and worked hard the entire time! I highly recommend AFS after this experience, and Iâ ll be using them again for other repairs. 10/10
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Reviewed in September 2022
Aiden our repair professional was excellent and reflects very well on his company and employer. What I appreciated was the text notifications prior and the work was done efficiently. I highly recommend them.
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Reviewed in September 2019
Mr. Pappas listened to all my ideas about constructing a playhouse for my grandchildren. He then patiently explained an alternative way of building the playhouse. He was right ,the results are fantastic. I highly recommend Mr. Pappas and his son.
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Reviewed in May 2014
I received a flyer in the mail the same day we found oil mixed in with the coolant in our 98 civic. I called Lucky Dog Auto and was told to bring the car in for an estimate on repairs. Mr. Marvin was very professional, went over best and worst case scenarios, and the repair bill was on target,...
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Reviewed in October 2013
All went well and when we found a slight leak they came and repaired it.
Kens Custom Gutters Inc
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Reviewed in July 2013
I had a problem with one of my split systems leaking water all over the inside of my home. The unit was 20 years old and needed to be replaced. I called Upton after finding them on Angie's list and they came out and inspected the unit and verified that it needed to be replaced. They had a new...
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Reviewed in June 2013
Outstanding service and Tim actually repaired an issue that was supposed to be taken care a year ago by another vendor. The other vendor apparently didn't hook up the unit correctly and could have caused a big problem in our basement but Tim Smith was able to fix it correctly and update all of...
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Reviewed in January 2010
They responded the same day we called. In addition to making the repairs we discussed how to avoid the problem in the future. We have a pump that helps maintain high pressure in the house. it needs to be better insulated. We were very satisfied!!! Great people!
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