How to Pick a Dock Builder

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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If you own waterfront property, you want a dock that is both functional and aesthetically pleasing. A well built dock makes for full enjoyment of your property. Your dock should maximize the value and usefulness of your waterfront area. Pick a dock builder carefully.

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Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Step1

Ask at a local marina for a professional dock builder. They may have one on staff. If not, they are sure to have contact names and phone numbers of reputable dock builders, probably ones that have built for their own marina.

Step2

Go to neighbors in your waterfront neighborhood. Look for neighboring docks that are sturdily built and wide enough for function and comfort and use. Ask the owner who built the dock.

Step3

Choose a dock designer who will take advantage of what the shoreline has to offer and maximize efficient dock use. Tell the dock builder exactly what you are planning to use the dock for: what kind of boats will be docked and if you are planning to use the dock for fishing, sun bathing or diving into the water to swim. A dock builder needs to know your specific intentions in order to plan proper length and width.

Step4

Ask local builders to recommend carpenters who have experience in building docks. Tell them you need to pick a dock builder for your personal project. Look at a potential dock builder's portfolio, if they have one. Choose a dock designer who uses trim and color artfully, if those aspects are important to you.

Step5

Compare prices when you interview. You must be able to get the most durable, good looking dock for the best price you can afford. When you pick a dock builder, choose one who will stand behind their work. Ask if the dock builder does repairs. Find out if they will be available in the future if you want to upgrade your dock.