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 Mason City

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Mason City 50401
Deck Construction
Start Date
Within a month
Service requested
Replace deck
Deck removed
No, pro should remove existing deck
Plans, drawings, blueprints
No, I would like a professional opinion
Deck size (SQFT)
100 to 250 square feet
Surface and railing material
Composite, Metal, Wood
Structure material
Wood
Structural features
Not listed here
Supplemental features
Deck lighting
Materials included
No, pro must provide materials
Mason City 50401
Deck Construction
Start Date
Within a year
Service requested
Modify deck
Change surface material
I'm undecided
Structural modifications
I haven't decided
Supplemental features
Screens
Materials provided
No, pro must provide materials
Mason City 50401
Deck Repair
Start Date
Within a week
Type of deck
I'm not sure
Areas of deck to repair
Stairs and railings, Guardrails and balusters, Decking or deck surface, Structural beams, joists or posts
Deck damage
Warping or water damage, Needs to be refinished
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
Mason City 50401
Deck Construction
Start Date
Within a year
Project type
Something else
Residential building project type
Build a deck, shed, dock or other outdoor structure
Outdoor structure type
Deck, patio or porch
Construction type
Deck
Existing deck
No
Approximate size of deck to build
Under 100 sq ft
Decking and railing materials
I'm not sure
Deck features
Stairs, Nothing extra, just the deck
Other deck features
No, thanks, just the deck
Extent of design or prep work
No
Mason City 50401
Deck Repair
Start Date
I'm flexible
Type of deck
I'm not sure
Areas of deck to repair
Decking or deck surface
Deck damage
Rotting, cracked or missing boards, Needs to be refinished
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
Mason City 50401
Deck Construction
Start Date
I'm flexible
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)
500 to 1000 square feet
Surface and railing material
Composite, Waterproof polymer or epoxy membrane, I'd like a professional recommendation, Metal, Concrete or masonry
Structure material
I'd like a professional recommendation
Structural features
Custom stairs
Supplemental features
BBQ
Materials included
No, pro must provide materials
Mason City 50401
Deck Repair
Start Date
Within a month
Type of deck
I'm not sure
Areas of deck to repair
Decking or deck surface, Piers or footings
Deck damage
Rotting, cracked or missing boards, Loose, wobbly or unstable
Severity of damage
Moderate (the deck is potentially unsafe)
Filing insurance claim
I'm not sure
Already have deck materials
No, but I'll provide them
Clear Lake 50428
Deck Repair
Start Date
Within a week
Type of deck
I'm not sure
Areas of deck to repair
Decking or deck surface
Deck damage
Fire damage
Severity of damage
Minor (the deck just needs cosmetic repairs)
Filing insurance claim
No
Already have deck materials
No, but I'll provide them