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Prestige Wall Systems, Inc.
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Serving Saint Petersburg, FL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Project included wrapping existing 4X4 post/columns (7 total) increasing size and applying stucco to match existing. Project was completed in a day w/painting (to match existing home) on day two. Excellent Job ... Workers arrived timely, and project was completed on time for a fair rate $$$... Will use them again in the future ... No question. Great company, quality work and easy to work."
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Response time1 day
Response rate86%
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JyV Family Services
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Serving Saint Petersburg, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Welcome to JyV Family Services- We are committed to exceeding your expectations. As experts, we will handle your needs with the high quality expertise, that your home or business deserves. We offer competitive prices, and customer satisfaction is our number one priority. Call us now!

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Olson Marine Services
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Serving Saint Petersburg, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

With over 30 years of experience in Marine Constructions, Olson Marine Services, is who you need to Design and Build your Water Dock or Sea Wall. We handle everything from the initial consultation, complete design, full construction and making sure your whole property looks perfect every single time. We will always treat your property as we would treat our own, and you will be surprised how simple and easy our team will make the whole process seem. Give our team a call today. We're looking forward to working with you!\n

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Dock & Boatlift

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Response time3 days
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James Ingram Contractors LLC
5.0(
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Serving Saint Petersburg, FL and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We asked for James Ingram to build a deck. He helped us from start to finish. Explaining the process and offering suggestions. Very professional and knowledgeable Mr Ingram and his staff were. Made it easy for us. We would use him again!"
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Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
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Islander Building Services llc
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Serving Saint Petersburg, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Islander building was really a pleasure to work with! Andy worked with us on our deck design that complimented our backyard but maximized the space. Their communication was so prompt and clear, and they actually stayed true to their word (unheard of!). Andy even worked extra hours on the job to ensure our deck was ready for a grilling gathering we had planned. Love the end result and a great experience overall. I definitely would use them again and recommend them to everyone! If you're looking for a reliable and honest company that will work tirelessly to make you happy and get the job done right, look no further. Islander is what you need. Thanks again for the great job done and all of the help! -SW"
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FAQs for water dock building service projects in Saint Petersburg, FL

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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