How Do You Store an Aluminum Dock for the Winter?
Aluminum is one of the most durable dock decking and hardware materials, but even it cannot evade ice’s powerful strength. To ensure that your aluminum dock is protected during the winter months and to keep it looking good for years and years to come, it’s a best practice to remove it during the winter. Fortunately, […]
How Do I Protect My Dock from Ice?
Ice can be a stealthy foe for dock owners. Though it may look innocent enough – in fact, quite charming, really, in the idyllic winter months – it can cause formidable damage to your shoreline and dock. Fortunately, there are some easy steps you can take to safeguard your dock from ice. Steps to Protect […]
How Do You Store Your Dock for the Winter?
It’s hard to believe the summer boating season has come and gone. Hopefully, you, your family and friends have made many good memories out on the water this year. Now, with the turn of seasons comes the reality that winter will be here before we know it. It’s time to start preparing for the colder […]
Maximizing Your Dock’s Lifespan: End-of-Season Preventative Maintenance Tips
As summer comes to a close, the fall checklist begins. One area you shouldn’t forget to include in your list of to-dos is end-of-season dock maintenance. While it can be easy to brush aside and say, “Oh, I’ll just do that next year,” taking the time to properly maintain and prepare your dock for the […]
How to Choose the Right Dock Floats for Your Waterfront Property
Floating docks are popular for many residential waterfront properties because of their versatility, relative ease of maintenance and cost-effectiveness. If you plan to install a floating dock, you’ll need to ensure you have sufficient support to keep your design afloat. Here are some other considerations to keep in mind when assessing your dock float needs. […]