Benefits of Different Boat Dock Types

Most people are blissfully unaware that there are different boat dock types at all. They are even more surprised to learn that their waterfront homes or businesses may require one of these different types of boat docks to operate more effectively, preserve shoreline integrity, protect your property, and to do what is best for the local environment. The better you understand the different boat dock types, the better-informed choices you can make when selecting and building boat docks for your home or business properties.

Long-Term Boat Dock Types

Long-term boat dock types are built with duration in mind. They are stationary and are typically secured to the bottom of the body of water using marine pilings. These types of docks are often better suited for bodies of water where ice is not a problem and for bodies of water that do not experience wide fluctuations (such as high and low tides).

In other words, they are better options for people who have lake-front properties. One thing that makes these types of docks popular among homeowners is the ability to improve them with other amenities such as roofs, bringing deck furniture onto the dock, and other options.

Floating Docks

If you live in an area where there are fluctuating water levels or the water is quite deep, you might consider boat dock types like a floating dock for your property. The advantage of this type of dock is that it does not need to be secured to the floor of the body of water but can easily adjust to changing tide levels. One caveat is that this is not a viable option for bodies of water where there is strong wave action. In other words, it might be an excellent choice for a protected cove or bay but not a property that experiences the full force of tidal activity. 

Floating docks are available in various widths and shapes though you must consider the stability of the dock (and how it will be used) when making these choices for your dock. Because floating docks lack the stability of long-term docks built on pilings, they are not good choices for attached structures or furniture.

Because there are so many boat dock types that are ideally suited for different types of bodies of water, shorelines, and aesthetic needs, it is best to work with contractors who specialize in marine boat dock construction. More specifically, you want contractors experienced with the specific boat dock types you’re interested in placing on your property. Property Image offers a wide range of services for your property construction needs whether you need to build boat docks for your residential or commercial property.