Stacy Stepanovich 3/29/22 Stacy Stepanovich 3/29/22

Did you get what you paid for?

A recent dock inspection revealed that the pilings were only wrapped on top, where it could be seen. Here’s how to make sure you got what you paid for.

Guest User 11/15/21 Guest User 11/15/21

Fall Dock Inspections

Summer is over now, and the holidays are quickly approaching. As the wind blows stronger and colder and the water temperature drops, maintenance for our docks and boats doesn’t stop, it merely slows down. Now is a good time to take a minute and look over your dock for possible repairs or preventative measures.

Stacy Stepanovich 7/12/21 Stacy Stepanovich 7/12/21

Gribbles Nibble

Gribbles do more than nibble. They destroy wooden docks. Limnoiriids (gribbles) are one of two species of wood boring isopods found in Florida waters. Every time you see a piling that is shaped like an hourglass, isopods are likely responsible.

Stacy Stepanovich 6/10/21 Stacy Stepanovich 6/10/21

What Causes“Fuzzy Wood”

What causes timber piles to appear fuzzy? The process of destroying the “glue” that binds wood cells together is known as delignification. Overtime, the timber pile is gradually weakened and can eventually collapse.

Stacy Stepanovich 6/8/21 Stacy Stepanovich 6/8/21

No Fun with Pholads

Pholads , also known as Piddock Clams , can penetrate the toughest of wood, stone and shell. Their shells have a set of ridges that are used to cut into a surface, creating a tunnel where the it will live.