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: 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: 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>

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>

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>

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Wonderful work, done in a timely manner! So glad he could come down and help out with our home renovation and repairs! Did amazing work on the floors and bathroom!
Gladden Renovation Services LLC
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Reviewed in May 2025
Tiger Tree Inc performed work on my parent’s sprinklers. During the work, one of the parts that was installed on the system was improperly installed and causing a severe leak. The company tried to charge me $250.00 to repair the part that they had improperly installed. Furthermore, they have...
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Reviewed in December 2020
To start, he missed our initial meeting time and had to push off until about 3 hours later. When he got to my house he put a snake down two of the drains in which i had told him they were the source to the problem. neither of these did anything. he didn't even attempt to snake out the outside...
Roto-Rooter & Plumbing Service
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Reviewed in September 2020
responsive and knows his plumbing. solar repair.
Olivas Plumbing
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Reviewed in July 2014
I needed some safer steps made for my rental trailer. And the bathroom floor "repaired" and windows replaced. He was told this needed to done at as low a cost as possible. This John did not listen to what was being asked, but looked at the trailer. He then said that the whole floor, thru...
All Phase Construction
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Reviewed in April 2014
Price shown above was the first increment for this project. This is the third major project for which I've hired Cowboy Construction. In the past they were a big part of building an addition to my house, and also replacing the entire roof of the older part of the house. For this current project,...
COWBOY CONSTRUCTION INC
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Reviewed in September 2013
Extremely efficient, from answering my initial questions to diagnosis to repairing the problem. They got it in late on Thursday, and had it repaired by afternoon of the next day.
JONES' AUTO SVC & TIRE CTR
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Reviewed in June 2012
I have been burned by small engine repairs severals times. Either I have had to leave the equipment for weeks on end to be repaired or have paid a premium for quicker repairs and in a couple of cases have paid for the repairs only to have the equipment run once then quit and in one case still...
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Reviewed in April 2012
He repaired my vinyl siding. The paint was peeling off of it. He cleaned it all up. It was a three stage process. He did a lot of work. He did a pretty decent job. He was quick. He had the job done fast. He did a good job.
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Reviewed in November 2006
The person who worked with us for scheduling, pricing, and fence design went well. The one issue I had with them was they didn't stick to the schedule. The process kept getting delayed, and once they started it was supposed to take 3 days took 2 weeks. I would have to call and find out when they...
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Bulging walls, cracks in the seawall's top or side, and the appearance of a seawall "pulling away" 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.

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’s life. Your dock is likely nearing the end of its lifespan when it shows signs of rot, rust, and foundation damage.

Regularly inspect for structural issues, clean debris, and apply sealant to protect from water damage.

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.

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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