If you live next to the water, the chances are good that your property has a seawall. Seawalls are essential for many seaside properties to prevent soil erosion and keep water from encroaching on...
Hurricanes can have costly repairs to affected areas and the home and business owners that live and work there. At over $2,000 a year, the average annual cost of insurance in Florida is one of the...
A boat dock requires regular maintenance to stay in the best shape and avoid damage over time. The South Florida heat can take a toll on any boat dock, wood docks especially, but you can protect it...
While many associate spring lines with a method of securing the boat once it is already docked, a way of limiting fore and aft movement, spring lines can in fact be used for the entire docking...
As hurricane season is quickly approaching us, it’s that time of the year again to make sure that you, and your waterfront property, are prepared. At Duncan Seawall, Dock, and Boat Lift, we hope that...
For property owners directly on the shoreline, protection against erosion has become synonymous with protecting their property. There are several methods that are generally employed that involve...
As a Floridian, you know that hurricane season is no joke, especially if you live on the water. June 1st starts the hurricane season, which lasts until the end of November. While there is nothing you...
Hurricane categories can seem extremely confusing, appear arbitrary, and offer little understanding of what your level of precaution should be to stay safe and protect your property. This confusion...
Careful planning and attention to detail when rebuilding or replacing your existing deck or dock will ensure that your new structure provides years of enjoyment. While a basic structure may provide...
Securing your boat to the dock usually follows a predictable routine, but sometimes conditions such as waves, wind, currents, tide and wake can make it challenging. Knowing how to secure your boat to...
Similar to how a garage is for cars, a lift is for boats. Docking your boat on a lift protects your boat from natural elements as well as from other boats. Regardless if you're a beginner or an...
A casual observer strolling along the waterfront might wonder: Why are there so many green lights under the docks? And why are they all green? You may suspect that the lights are for a neighborhood...
Both Florida and federal laws require that watercraft of all sizes be equipped with certain safety gear. A failure to carry this equipment can result in a citation and fine, but most importantly, it...
As beautiful and majestic as nature can be, there are times when we must protect ourselves against the uncertainties and dangers it presents; this is particularly true for those who live along the...
A quality, well-constructed deck or dock is an investment that can be functional as well as beautiful. Whether it's entertaining friends, an afternoon cookout for family, or a relaxing spot to sit...
All along the endless shorelines of America, relentless crashing waves are kept at bay by carefully-engineered seawalls that prevent land erosion and the destruction of personal property. The rise...
If you own waterfront property in Florida, you already know that the key to keeping your shoreline in place is installing a good quality seawall that will prevent the water from eroding the land....
There are many types of boat lifts available that allow your vessel to be stored out of the water when it's not in use. Boats in dry storage are easy to clean and repair. The vessel can be covered...
Owning a waterfront property in Southwest Florida is like owning a slice of heaven right in your own backyard. Whether you own a home or business, protecting it should be a high priority. A key...
Anytime you're dealing with water and electric, professionals need to be involved. Whether it's installing boat lifts, docks, lighting, or other waterfront electrical accessories, having an...
