Dock Services
Dock Extensions
Shallow water at low tide, a growing boat, or simply wanting more room to fish and entertain are the three reasons we get called for dock extensions most often — and each has a different engineering answer.
Signs You Need This
Signs You Need Dock Extensions
- Your boat bottoms out or scrapes at low tide
- You've upgraded to a larger boat that no longer fits comfortably
- You want to add a boat lift but don't have the space or depth
- You need more deck area for seating, storage, or entertaining
Our Process
How It Works
- 1Depth & riparian survey
We confirm water depth at mean low tide and how far your riparian rights allow you to extend.
- 2Design & permitting
We design the extension and secure any required permit amendment or new permit.
- 3Construction
We tie the new section structurally into your existing dock for a seamless, code-compliant result.
Benefits
Why Invest in Dock Extensions
- Solves low-tide access problems without relocating the entire dock
- Can be designed around a future boat lift addition
- Matches existing materials and finish where desired
Cost
What It Costs
Typical Range
$3,500 – $20,000+ depending on length and depth
What affects the price:
- Additional length needed to reach target depth
- Matching vs. upgrading materials
- Permitting complexity for extending past the existing footprint
FAQ
Dock Extensions Questions
Extension limits are governed by local riparian line rules and navigable channel setbacks, which vary by county and waterway. We handle the survey and permitting work to confirm exactly how far your specific property can extend.
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