Floating docks that rise and fall with the tide
A floating dock sits the same height above the water at high tide and low tide, so stepping onto a PWC, kayak, or paddleboard stays easy.
We build floating docks on their own or as an addition to a fixed dock, connected by a hinged gangway.
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Good fits for a floating dock
- PWC ports and launchesDrive-on ports for personal watercraft.
- Kayaks and paddleboardsA low, steady launch at any tide.
- Easy shore accessFor guests who would rather not climb a ladder.
- A step down from a high dockWhen the fixed dock sits well above the water.
The parts
- FloatsSealed floats under the deck.
- DeckWood or composite.
- Pile guidesHoops around the pilings that let the dock move up and down.
- GangwayHinged at the fixed dock, on rollers at the float.
Permits
Floating docks usually need permits. Which agencies apply depends on the address, and we tell you at the estimate.
Good to know
A floating dock rides up and down on its pile guides, so the step from the dock to a PWC or kayak stays the same at any tide.
The gangway to the fixed dock is hinged at the top and rolls at the bottom, so it changes angle with the tide instead of fighting it.
Products we install
We install and service major lift brands. These are the makers whose products we install most. Each one links to the maker's site.
Floating docks across Collier County
Questions about floating docks
Will it work at low tide?
It needs enough water under the floats at low tide. We check the depth on the site visit.
Can you add one to my existing dock?
Often, yes, with a gangway from the fixed dock.
Can a floating dock hold a boat?
Most residential floating docks here are sized for PWCs and paddle craft. We will tell you what fits your water.
Do floating docks need upkeep?
Yes. Floats, hinges, rollers, and pile guides wear, and we check them like any other part of the dock.
Want an easier way onto the water?
239-601-4114Send a request with a photo of the dock and the water at low tide. Estimates are free.