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 Manitowoc

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Manitowoc 54220
Deck Repair
Start Date
I'm flexible
Type of deck
I'm not sure
Areas of deck to repair
Piers or footings, Decking or deck surface
Deck damage
Warping or water damage
Severity of damage
Minor (the deck just needs cosmetic repairs)
Filing insurance claim
No
Already have deck materials
No, and I'd like the pro to provide them
Manitowoc 54220
Deck Repair
Start Date
Within a month
Type of deck
Composite or other synthetic
Areas of deck to repair
Decking or deck surface
Deck damage
Replace deck board
Severity of damage
Minor (the deck just needs cosmetic repairs)
Filing insurance claim
No
Already have deck materials
No, but I'll provide them
Manitowoc 54220
Deck Construction
Start Date
I'm flexible
Existing deck
Yes
Approximate size of deck to build
100-250 sq ft
Decking and railing materials
Synthetic or composite
Deck features
Stairs, Nothing extra, just the deck
Other deck features
No, thanks, just the deck
Extent of design or prep work
No
Manitowoc 54220
Deck Construction
Start Date
Within a month
Existing deck
Yes
Approximate size of deck to build
I'm not sure
Decking and railing materials
Pressure-treated pine
Deck features
Stairs, Nothing extra, just the deck
Other deck features
No, thanks, just the deck
Extent of design or prep work
No
Two Rivers 54241
Deck Repair
Start Date
Within a week
Service requested
Repair deck
Areas of focus
Stairs, Deck surface
Damage type
Water damage
Extent of damage
Moderate
Surface material
Wood
Structural material
Concrete or masonry
Additional modifications
No
Materials provided
No, pro must provide materials
Insurance claim
Not sure
Manitowoc 54220
Deck Construction
Start Date
Within a month
Service requested
Replace deck
Deck removed
No, but it will be before work begins
Plans, drawings, blueprints
No, but I know what I want
Deck size (SQFT)
250 to 500 square feet
Surface and railing material
Wood
Structure material
I'd like a professional recommendation
Structural features
Multiple levels
Supplemental features
Something else
Materials included
No, pro must provide materials
Manitowoc 54220
Deck Repair
Start Date
Within a month
Type of deck
I'm not sure
Areas of deck to repair
Stairs and railings, Guardrails and balusters
Deck damage
Warping or water damage, Rotting, cracked or missing boards, Loose, wobbly or unstable
Severity of damage
Serious (the deck is unsafe)
Filing insurance claim
No
Already have deck materials
No, and I'd like the pro to provide them
Manitowoc 54220
Deck Construction
Start Date
Within a week
Service requested
Build new deck
Plans, drawings, or blueprints
No, but I know what I want.
Deck size (SQFT)
250 to 500 square feet
Surface and railing material
Wood
Deck structure material
Looking for advice
Structural features
Something else
Supplemental additions
Something else
Material provided
No, pro must provide the materials
Manitowoc 54220
Deck Repair
Start Date
Within a year
Type of deck
Pressure-treated pine
Areas of deck to repair
Guardrails and balusters, Decking or deck surface, Structural beams, joists or posts, Piers or footings
Deck damage
Rotting, cracked or missing boards, Needs to be refinished, Loose, wobbly or unstable
Severity of damage
Minor (the deck just needs cosmetic repairs)
Filing insurance claim
No
Already have deck materials
No, but I'll provide them