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BuildingLI.com - BLI Facilities LLC
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Serving Jamaica, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

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"We were extremely happy with the work performed by H&M. Moises, Hector and crew were courteous and did whatever needed to please us. They did most of the renovation in our condo......painting, installation of bathroom cabinets, sink, installed tile floor, etc. They also installed vinyl flooring in our kitchen, living and dining rooms. They had a plumber replace our heating baseboard, I would highly recommend H&M if you want excellent work done!!"
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Response time7 hrs
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Portillo's Carpentry & Demolition
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Serving Jamaica, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Roberto and his crew did a Amazing job from beginning to the end we started with having him build a deck for our new Gazebo it was Amazing then bricking our back steps and remodel a awning in the backyard Putting bricks around two tree stumps that was a eye sore Everything was wonderful also putting up PVC Railings on front and Back steps . It was such a pleasure to work with him and his crew ."
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Response time2 days
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Notjusthandymen.com
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Serving Jamaica, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were fantastic.  They listen & were careful w/ my elderly disabled father's apt., and when there were problems, they coped without complaining.  They had to deal with a completely different installation, a shock to us because it was the same bldg. Different wall materials, layout, etc.  They helped us find solutions even apologized when they could not find a way in one room but had several suggestions for needed materials. They will get the job when I am ready to fix that room.
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Recommended by90%of homeowners
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P. Alvarez Construction
5.0(
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Serving Jamaica, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

"Very easy man to work with. Listens to what you need and makes it happen. He made sure everything was done very well, basement was done just as we wanted. Would use his services again!"
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FAQs for water dock building service projects in Jamaica, NY

With the right design and maintenance, a vinyl sea wall capped with concrete can serve you for 50 to 70 years, while poured-concrete walls last 50 to 60 years. Steel or aluminum options last 30 to 40 years, and treated wood holds up for 10 to 25 years. Plan on regular inspections and prompt repairs to keep any sea wall performing at its best for decades.

A bulkhead holds back soil in calm, inland waters, while a sea wall is built for pounding coastal waves. The sea wall’s job is to absorb and deflect wave energy, offering stronger erosion control. A bulkhead mainly keeps soil in place but isn’t designed to stand up to heavy surf.

A sea wall needs a deep footing—four to 10 feet or more—so it can resist shifting soils and constant wave pressure. The exact depth depends on your soil conditions, water depth, chosen material, and local building codes. Your marine contractor may dig even deeper to secure the wall in place and meet the structural specifications.

Plan on a quick visual check every season. Look for cracks, loose panels, or washed-out soil, clear weep holes so water can drain, and trim plants that push against the wall. Catching small issues early helps maintain the structure's soundness and prevents major repair bills later. Your sea wall builder can make recommendations for an ongoing maintenance plan that will help keep your sea wall in optimal condition.

Most residential sea walls are completed in an average of one to three weeks, covering preparation work, sheet piling, and cleanup. Larger commercial walls require additional engineering and can extend well beyond that window. Your crew drives steel or vinyl sheets into the soil, then finishes caps, tie-backs, and grading before final inspection.

The “best” wall is the one engineered for your site, but concrete often tops the list for pure strength and longevity. It anchors soil, blocks water, and handles repeated wave hits better than wood or light-gauge steel. Collaborate with a marine contractor to determine the ideal material for your shoreline and budget.

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