Easy Dock Upgrades
The marine environment, sun, wind and everyday wear and tear all do a number on your dock. Without routine maintenance and some general “freshening up” from time to time, your dock may become dilapidated and potentially unsafe. Breathe new life into your dock and keep it looking sharp by trying some of these easy upgrades, […]
Building a Dock with Pipe Legs
There are numerous dock designs to choose from when it comes to custom building a dock for your waterfront property. Your location, shoreline, lake bed, design preference and more will influence the type of dock you choose to install. One common design frequently used in situations where the lake bottom is rather soft is to use […]
How to Fix a Wobbly Boat Dock with Cross Braces
No one wants to walk on a wobbly dock (not even little critters that wobble by nature). It’s disorienting and unsettling and can truly be a safety concern, especially for those who are not as sure-footed. Wobbly docks tend to rear their heads in a few common scenarios: When the bottom of the dock to […]
How to Anchor Your Floating Dock to the Shore
Floating docks are a popular choice for a variety of shoreline situations, and they offer great functionality…until they float away. Avoid having to fetch a floating dock by effectively anchoring it in place. Here’s how. Create an Anchor Base Safely securing your dock to the sea or lake bed requires an anchor system that is […]
How to Winterize Your Floating Dock
Seasonal changes can have a major impact on our docks and shorelines. Before hunkering down for winter, it’s important to take care of a few maintenance items to protect your dock and waterfront property from the environmental damage winter can cause. Not only does winterizing your floating dock help preserve its structural integrity for longer, […]