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.

Latest projects near Barnstable Town

Recent projects booked on Porch
Yarmouth Port 02675
Deck Construction
Start Date
I'm flexible
Service
Decking
Service requested
Modify deck
Change surface material
No
Structural modifications
No
Supplemental features
plus various projects as needed. I no longer do my own repairs/maintenance/yard work
Materials provided
No, pro must provide materials
West Yarmouth 02673
Deck Construction
Start Date
I'm flexible
Service requested
Modify deck
Change surface material
No
Structural modifications
No
Supplemental features
Fix broken railing
Materials provided
No, pro must provide materials
West Yarmouth 02673
Deck Construction
Start Date
Within a month
Service requested
Replace deck
Deck removed
No, pro should remove existing deck
Plans, drawings, blueprints
No, but I know what I want
Deck size (SQFT)
100 to 250 square feet
Surface and railing material
Composite
Structure material
Wood
Structural features
Not listed here
Supplemental features
Something else
Materials included
No, pro must provide materials
Yarmouth Port 02675
Deck Repair
Start Date
Within a month
Service requested
Repair deck
Areas of focus
Railings, Stairs
Damage type
Cracked, broken, or missing boards, Structural issues
Extent of damage
Moderate
Surface material
Wood
Structural material
Wood
Additional modifications
No
Materials provided
No, pro must provide materials
Insurance claim
No