Top 2 Dock Building & Repair Contractors in Salem, OR
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.
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Salem 97306
Deck Construction
Start Date
Within a month
Within a month
Service requested
Modify deck
Modify deck
Change surface material
Yes
Yes
Existing surface material
Wood
Wood
Desired surface material
Composite
Composite
Structural modifications
Yes
Yes
Existing deck structure
Wood
Wood
Structural changes
Increase deck area
Increase deck area
Supplemental features
move stairs
move stairs
Materials provided
No, pro must provide materials
No, pro must provide materials
Salem 97306
Deck Construction
Start Date
Within a month
Within a month
Existing deck
No
No
Approximate size of deck to build
100-250 sq ft
100-250 sq ft
Decking and railing materials
Pressure-treated pine, Cedar or redwood
Pressure-treated pine, Cedar or redwood
Deck features
Roof over deck
Roof over deck
Other deck features
No, thanks, just the deck
No, thanks, just the deck
Extent of design or prep work
Yes, I have sketches and a basic idea of what I want
Yes, I have sketches and a basic idea of what I want
Salem 97304
Deck Repair
Start Date
Within a month
Within a month
Type of deck
I'm not sure
I'm not sure
Areas of deck to repair
Decking or deck surface
Decking or deck surface
Deck damage
Warping or water damage, Rotting, cracked or missing boards
Warping or water damage, Rotting, cracked or missing boards
Severity of damage
Minor (the deck just needs cosmetic repairs)
Minor (the deck just needs cosmetic repairs)
Filing insurance claim
No
No
Already have deck materials
No, but I'll provide them
No, but I'll provide them
Salem 97317
Deck Construction
Start Date
Within a year
Within a year
Service requested
Build new deck
Build new deck
Plans, drawings, or blueprints
No, I want to discuss it with a professional
No, I want to discuss it with a professional
Deck size (SQFT)
Larger than 1000 square feet
Larger than 1000 square feet
Surface and railing material
Deck Rite
Deck Rite
Deck structure material
Wood
Wood
Structural features
Something else
Something else
Supplemental additions
BBQ, Deck lighting, Screens, Built-in benches, planters, or storage
BBQ, Deck lighting, Screens, Built-in benches, planters, or storage
Material provided
Yes, I just need construction
Yes, I just need construction
Salem 97302
Deck Repair
Start Date
I'm flexible
I'm flexible
Type of deck
I'm not sure
I'm not sure
Areas of deck to repair
Structural beams, joists or posts
Structural beams, joists or posts
Deck damage
Rotting, cracked or missing boards, Warping or water damage, Loose, wobbly or unstable
Rotting, cracked or missing boards, Warping or water damage, Loose, wobbly or unstable
Severity of damage
Moderate (the deck is potentially unsafe)
Moderate (the deck is potentially unsafe)
Filing insurance claim
No
No
Already have deck materials
No, and I'd like the pro to provide them
No, and I'd like the pro to provide them