Dock Raising and Lowering

Dock Raising and Lowering

Dock Raising & Lowering Service

As water levels and temperatures change, so will the configuration requirements of your permanent or cantilever dock. The experienced team at Tucker Marine Construction will ensure the proper dock configuration based on current conditions. Keeping your dock from submersion will provide safety for those who use it and will increase longevity of the dock materials. 


With a large variety of dock types and decking surfaces in use, you'll want to work with a professional marine construction company specifically experienced with raising, lowering, and servicing docks in Michigan.

 

Call our team or contact us anytime to schedule a dock height adjustment or for a quote on any materials that may need to be repaired or replaced due to changing water levels.

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West Michigan Dock Services

With more dramatic changes in Michigan water levels, adjusting the height of your residential or commercial dock will be required more frequently. Maintaining the appropriate dock height is important to protect people and property using the docks and will help to ensure a longer time period before needing to repair or replace dock materials. 


Tucker Marine provides dock height adjustment, repair and replacement services to residents and businesses along Lake Michigan and to many inland lakes in West Michigan.

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Our Wide Range of Marine Construction Services

  • Dock repairs
  • Dock raising and lowering
  • Tiling installations 
  • Dredging
  • Boat lift repairs
  • Boat ramp repairs
  • Piling wraps and repairs
  • Seawall repairs and replacements
  • Replacing and installing new wood docks (steel sides)

Typical Dock - Decking Types

Pressure-Treated Wood Decking: This is the classic material used to build docks. The preservation process that this wood undergoes prevents rot and bug infestation. However, this doesn’t stop weathering and corrosion; therefore, periodic professional maintenance is important with wood docks.


Ipe Dock Decking: Premium Ipe lumber is probably the most beautiful and durable decking option. To preserve the dark rich color of Ipe or any other hardwood dock, the surface needs to be cleaned and oiled regularly; otherwise, it will fade to an unattractive silver-gray hue. But hardwoods are generally robust and resistant to water and bugs, which makes them somewhat easier to maintain.


Composite Dock Decking: This is made from boards that are fabricated from wooden and synthetic fibers. Typically these decks require very little maintenance. However, they have fewer finish options compared to pressure-treated wood. 


Vinyl Dock Decking: This is one of the more modern options though more expensive. When compared to pressure-treated wood and composite decking, it’s more long-lasting and requires almost no maintenance. 


Non Standard Docks

Articulating Docks

  • Excellent choice for avoiding damage from ice as it can be lifted during cold month
  • A good and very flexible choice when permit restrictions or various environment needs must be considered and / or require non standard configurations.
  • Many incorporate U shape layouts providing additional storage 
  • Multiple standard decking options available. Generally a steel truss base.


Cantilever Docks

  • If permitting restricts traditional or articulating docks, a cantilever dock may be appropriate.
  • Avoids icing damage using a counterbalance weight system that pulls the dockl parallel to the water, standing vertically when not in use.
  • Usually supported by a steel frame with a variety of decking options


Cleaning, sanding and staining your dock are the most common ways for preserving and preventing damage. But what if your dock stains, warps, rots or gets discolored? You need a professional dock repair service and Tucker Marine Construction has you covered. 


Contact us here to request a quote for dock repair services.

Quality. Integrity. Experience.

Tucker Marine Construction offers barge transport services to Lake Michigan businesses and West Michigan's inland lake residents. Our team of experienced professionals provides efficient, eco-friendly services that include:

  • Raising/lowering docks
  • Rock removal/relocation
  • Service/boat dock installation
  • Tiling
  • Transporting/delivering/removing heavy materials
  • Tree removal (onto barge)

Lakeshore home and business owners in Western Michigan know home and business shoreline protection is an investment that increases property value. Working with Tucker Marine Construction will help to ensure your valuable lakefront property is protected and well maintained. 


Call (616) 510-8009 or contact us today to learn more. 


We care about our communities and neighbors, we live here too!

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