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>

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>

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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>

Q: What are the common signs my seawall needs immediate repairs?

• <div><p>Bulging walls, cracks in the seawall's top or side, and the appearance of a seawall &quot;pulling away&quot; are all signs that you need repairs or reconstruction. The area around the seawall can also provide clues. For instance, you may notice water bubbling over in areas of your yard if your seawall has holes or cracks. The soil around the seawall may also appear to be sloping or sinking.</p></div>

Q: How do I maintain a newly built dock?

• <div><p>Regularly inspect for structural issues, clean debris, and apply sealant to protect from water 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 October 2024
We were prepping a rental house for sale, and had numerous small repairs needed. Jon was great, he arrived when he said he would and handled all our repairs expertly and professionally. He not only did the repairs that we hired him for; to include replacing a sink and faucet in the kitchen,...
Middle Tennessee Enterprises
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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!
Red Line Construction, LLC
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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.
Mr. Appliance of Delaware and Newark
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Reviewed in October 2021
They repaired all my doors and were very professional. Definitely will hire them again. The price was reasonable for the repair. I was afraid that I would have to replace the doors, but they installed 3 new locks and put the other doors back on track.
A Sliding Door Repair
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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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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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All went well and when we found a slight leak they came and repaired it.
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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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