When you picture a deck or a dock, you probably picture one made from wooden boards. But wood isn’t the only option you have for your next marine construction project. Grated decking is becoming an increasingly popular alternative. Made from either PVC, PPC, or fiberglass, grated decks and docks are more environmentally friendly and more […]
Lights don’t just improve your dock’s visual appeal — they’re also a necessary safety feature. Illuminating the water’s edge at night prevents boats from bumping into your dock and people from falling off of it. So what’s the best way to light up a dock? You can get a lot more creative than you might […]
So, you’ve decided that you want to build a deck for your home or business. What type of wood should you use? Should you even use wood, or are composite and plastic materials better? The truth is, there is no universal “best” decking material. However, there is one that is best for you. Unique factors […]
When you buy a house, square footage is one of your top considerations. You want to know how much space you’ll get to enjoy. Today, though, more and more homeowners are taking advantage of their outdoor space, too. One of the best way to squeeze more benefit from your space is with a great deck. […]
If you’re new to the world of deck building, you might assume that all decks are practically the same — it’s just wood, right? This couldn’t be farther from the truth! No two decks are created equal, and many decks aren’t even 100% wood. Both composite and PVC decking are made from synthetic materials. So […]
Has it become too difficult for you to spend any time out on your home’s deck due to the presence of flies, mosquitos, and other pests? If so, it’s definitely time for you to take back control of your deck. There are a handful of steps you can take to make your deck area pest […]
You’ve chosen the perfect material for your new deck, but you’re not done making design decisions just yet. Now, it’s time to choose the railing — but how do you choose the right style, height, and materials? If you’re having trouble deciding, just turn to the experts at Decks & Docks. We understand that the […]
It can be easy to overlook dock maintenance. After all, we tend to be more focused on what’s happening around the dock – the boats coming in and out, the people walking up and down. But for the sake of your wallet and your safety, dock maintenance is something you simply can’t ignore. Whether you […]
Docks have been a mainstay of coastal communities for millennia. In fact, the oldest dock we know of was constructed sometime in 2500 BCE in Egypt. At the time, such a dock would have been built with only function in mind. Namely, the launching of fishing or trading vessels. Exploratory vessels may also have launched […]
Are you ashamed of your dock every time you pull your boat up next to it? This is one of the easiest ways to tell that it’s time for you to renovate your old dock or, better yet, invest in a new dock altogether. Your dock should be a huge source of pride for you, […]
