Top 3 Dock Building & Repair Contractors in Lavallette, NJ
Top questions to ask before hiring a dock building & repair contractor
A professional will assist you with scope and estimates, but having a clear idea of what you want to accomplish will help communication.
Do you want professionals to do everything, or do you have the time and skill to do some of the work?
Many projects such as have a DIY component, such as painting or cleanup.
First and foremost, protect yourself and make sure the contractor and any sub-contractors are licensed, bonded and insured.
Everything You Need to Know About Lavallette Dock Building & Repair Contractors
Who should I hire if I need Dock Building & Repair Services in Lavallette?
Right now there are about 11 companies in and around Lavallette ready to help you with your dock building & repair services project.
Below we've listed a few of the top Dock Building & Repair Contractors on Porch:
- MC Carthy's Marine Sales Inc
- R Kremer & Son Marine Contractors LLC
- Oceanview Bulkheading
Who are the best Dock Building & Repair Contractors in Lavallette?
We've found 11 dock building & repair contractor providers that are available to you in Lavallette.
Keep in mind that every project has different requirements, and some dock building & repair contractor professionals maybe be more equipped to handle the specifications of your dock building & repair services work than others. Talk to multiple dock building & repair contractors before deciding which one is right for you. You will want to consider how much they charge, if they are properly licensed for dock building & repair services work in Lavallette, and if your project is a fit. Here are some suggested professionals and companies to get you started:
- MC Carthy's Marine Sales Inc
- Location: Lavallette
- R Kremer & Son Marine Contractors LLC
- Location: Lavallette
- Oceanview Bulkheading
- Location: Lavallette
What should I check for once my Dock Building & Repair Contractor in Lavallette has finished working?
Every dock building & repair services project is going to have different results, but here are a few things to check for once any dock building & repair services company has told you they've finished the job:
- Obviously you want to do a visual inspection. Even if you're unfamiliar with dock building & repair services work, this gives you the opportunity to ask questions (even basic ones like, what did you do?).
- Ask the dock building & repair contractor to describe what they did. Whether your dock building & repair services project was a repair job or a building job, have them run you through what was done.
- Compare the description provided on your dock building & repair services project estimate to the work completed. Did the professional do what was promised?
- Request that the dock building & repair contractor do a follow-up visit to check on the work. Most professionals are willing to do this, especially if you ask them.
Latest projects near Lavallette
Within a week
Repair deck
Deck surface
Water damage
Minor
Concrete or masonry
fiberglass
No
No, pro must provide materials
No
Within a year
Replace deck
No, pro should remove existing deck
No, I would like a professional opinion
250 to 500 square feet
Wood, I'd like a professional recommendation
Wood
Not listed here
Something else
No, pro must provide materials
I'm flexible
Vinyl
Decking or deck surface
Loose, wobbly or unstable
Moderate (the deck is potentially unsafe)
No
No, and I'd like the pro to provide them
Within a month
I'm not sure
Stairs and railings
Part of the porch rails blew off in a windstorm. I also want a gate installed at the entrance.
Minor (the deck just needs cosmetic repairs)
No
No, but I'll provide them
I'm flexible
I'm not sure
Stairs and railings
Warping or water damage
Minor (the deck just needs cosmetic repairs)
No
No, and I'd like the pro to provide them
Within 48 hours
Fiberglass
Decking or deck surface
Repainted top coat
Minor (the deck just needs cosmetic repairs)
No
No, but I'll provide them
I'm flexible
Replace deck
No, pro should remove existing deck
No, I would like a professional opinion
250 to 500 square feet
Waterproof polymer or epoxy membrane, I'd like a professional recommendation, Something else
Wood
Multiple levels, Roof, awnings, other overhead coverings
Something else
No, pro must provide materials
Within a month
IPE (“mahogany”)
Structural beams, joists or posts, Decking or deck surface
Rotting, cracked or missing boards
Moderate (the deck is potentially unsafe)
No
No, and I'd like the pro to provide them
Within 48 hours
I'm not sure
Structural beams, joists or posts
Warping or water damage, Rotting, cracked or missing boards, Loose, wobbly or unstable
Serious (the deck is unsafe)
No
No, and I'd like the pro to provide them