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Wright RE and GC, LLC
New to Angi
Water Dock - Build

Serving San Antonio, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

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We are a locally owned and operated company out of Ft Worth, Texas. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of general contracting services that are customized to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

Response time4 hrs
Deck Master
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Water Dock - Build

Serving San Antonio, TX and surrounding areas

"DJ did an excellent job and was professional and courteous at all times. We also really appreciated him coming to consult us with and details about how we wanted it to be done. I would recommend him to anyone that wants a job done where you don’t have to worry about it and you can be confident he will be honest. Thanks for our beautiful patio!"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Water Dock - Build

Serving San Antonio, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

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"Thomas exceeded expectations with the lead time for the project, completing it in only one day start to finish. He did a great job, and we will definitely hire him for more work such as decks & patios."
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Double Decker

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Response time1 day
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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All About Fence & Repair
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Water Dock - Build

Serving San Antonio, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

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"Contacted the same day and worked around our schedule and the rain to get the job done as soon as possible. Some things had to be done for total completion, but overall a high quality fence at a very reasonable price."
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Response time5 hrs
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FAQs for water dock building service projects in San Antonio, TX

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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