There are many great things you can enjoy from the surface of a dock on your own waterfront property. Whether you prefer to jump into the water or jump onto your boat from your dock, your dock, not unlike your home, needs maintenance and repairs to keep working properly. If you see some dock repairs on the horizon, you have a few options: complete it yourself, hire a professional for dock repair or ignore it. Hopefully this article will help you to decide between the first two options!
When it comes to simple dock repairs, there are many that you can complete yourself with a moderate amount of skill. For example, maintaining a quality stain and seal on a wood deck is something that many dock owners tackle themselves. You can also reasonably replace some boards on your dock if others have rotted out. Additionally, things like applying sealant or even repairing a float are things that you might be able to handle.
Other dock repairs will require professional fixes. Repairs such as replacing or fixing a piling placement, re-structuring your dock or expanding the perimeter will require the expertise of a professional. Furthermore, if you need help replacing many different parts of a worn out or neglected dock, you should hire a professional to make sure that the safety and integrity of the dock are maintained once the dock is finished.
Here at Home & Marine Builders of Lake Norman, we work with dock maintenance, dock repairs and dock replacements on a regular basis. If you would like a professional eye for your dock repair, don’t hesitate to give us a call. We will always be straightforward with you and let you know if it is a job you should or shouldn’t DIY. Contact us today for questions.
