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Brothers Marine Construction
5.0(
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Serving Starke, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

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"Brothers Marine Construction is a top notch company. Customer service and quality of work is outstanding. I would definitely use them again in the future and would recommend them to anyone."
We Love What We Do And So Will You
We Love What We Do And So Will You
We Love What We Do And So Will You
We Love What We Do And So Will You
We Love What We Do And So Will You

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Response time1 day
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Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Type1 Docks LLC
5.0(
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Serving Starke, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

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"Type1 Docks fixed my broken boat lift within a few hours. These guys are top notch, they fix the little obscure things you dont notice as well...They came on time, did a professional repair, were very knowledgable with their tradecraft, and cleaned up after the job. These guys are going to do well in this niche market. I would definetly call them again...Highly recommended !!!"
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JP Dock Building and Repairs
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Serving Starke, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

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Offers commercial services

"Leland was amazing to work with. He was the most reliable contractor we had work on our home. He would be out there to oversee the project almost every day and make sure to do everything correctly and the way we want it. He was very responsive and his prices were much more reasonable than other dock builders I called in town. He built two retaining walls on the water for us and repaired our dock."
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Response time2 days
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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C & L Landscape, Inc.
4.9(
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Serving Starke, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1982

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Warranties offered

"Glenn came out & explained to us how to adjust our system, what sprinkler heads to replace & how to run for greatest water coverage & efficiency, since we chose to do that ourselves. Very glad to have had that experience with C&L."
Response time1 day
39 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Robert D. Douglas Construction, Inc.
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Serving Starke, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

Customers say: Terrific value

"I hired Robert to build an interior wall and hang two sliding doors. From the very start, to the end, the experience was great. He was always on time, did what he said, paid attention to detail. He was also accommodating for our work schedule. I cannot say enough good things about Robert. If you have an opportunity to hire Robert, you will not be disappointed. I wish there were more contractors like him. I honestly cannot say anything negative about him or his work."
Response time3 days
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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FAQs for water dock building service projects in Starke, 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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