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A diver's real-world schedule for boat lift cables, motors and the annual underwater inspection. Keep your lift safe with this practical guide.
Honest comparison of wood, composite, and aluminum dock decking from a marine contractor with 30 years on the water.
Compare installed costs of four-post, elevator, floating, and davit boat lifts. Real pricing factors from a marine contractor.
As a yacht diver, I've seen boat lift cables fail. Here's why they break, how to inspect them, and how often to replace them.
Boat lift sizing guide: real weight, dynamic load, and installation tips from a 30-year marine contractor. Avoid the mistake that sinks boats.
Marine contractor Ed explains how tide range—under or over 3 feet—determines whether a floating or fixed dock is right for your shoreline.
Learn what a marine contractor actually charges per pile. Covers material, site conditions, mobilization, and how to estimate your next job.
Wood vs concrete pilings for docks, seawalls, and piers. A 30-year marine contractor compares loads, saltwater, cost, and driving tips.
How to choose between pile jetting vs driving vs drilling. A 30-year marine contractor's plain talk on equipment, soil, and cost.
A marine contractor explains pile driving basics—rigs, blows, refusal, and the OSHA and local noise limits that keep crews and neighbors safer.
The real seawall lifespan for wood, steel, concrete and vinyl, in fresh vs. salt water, plus maintenance tips from a 30-year marine contractor.
Wondering if your dock pilings are safe? Teredo worms hide inside. Learn how to inspect, detect, and prevent borer damage.