Three Things to Help Transform Your Boat Dock

Do you feel like your dock looks a little plain? 

Here are three fun options to enhance your dock design:

• Dock lights: solar dock lights are a great way to ensure you’ll have safe boating experiences even at night. If you want to fish early in the morning or enjoy a sunset boat ride, having lights create ambiance and enhance safety. Solar lights for on top of posts or along pathways are great options. 
• Bumpers: bumpers work well to not only protect your boat from open corners or posts, but also to coordinate with other color schemes at your lake house.  Coming in four different colors, there are many options to create the look you want!
• Stairs and Ladders: stairs and ladders can create extra access points to the water anywhere along your dock!  If you have a dog who loves swimming, the stairs are a must have  for it to get on and off the dock with ease.  Creating a swim area for the kids?  Using a ladder allows an easy and safe way to get in and out of the water. Stairs are also much better for elderly folks to get in and out of the water. They come with a hand rail, but extra rails can be added!

Experiment with New Dock Designs

Ready to transform your dock into an ideal outdoor living space? 

Alumi-Span Docks is your one-stop-shop for designing boat docks and acquiring materials. To get started, call 855-523-2444 or submit a contact form here.

Save Money with Quality Materials

Do you know what your boat dock parts are made of?

Hot Dipped Galvanized vs Zinc Plated Bolts

Dock parts made with quality, intently chosen materials can save you money in the long run. They’re often also warrantied by the manufacturer.

Money: if you save a boat load with low-quality boat dock accessories today, you’ll pay for it later. Not only are these cheaper accessories likely to need replacing sooner, but it’s possible they could damage your other equipment or fail unexpectedly. Paying more upfront for quality accessories will save you money and headaches long-term.

Guarantee: Quality materials are more likely to be guaranteed or warrantied by the manufacturer. Part of what you pay for when you get quality materials is the guarantee! Not only is your product protected, but you’ll have peace of mind when you’re out using your dock, boat, and accessories.

Get Guaranteed Parts for Michigan Dock Installation

Alumi-Span uses high quality castings and extrusions in the applications where they work the best, and our alloys are specifically chosen for their intended purpose. We also use proper corrosion resistant fasteners for all applications. This means you can trust the safety and longevity of Alumi-Span parts.

Before you start on your Michigan dock installation, call (855) 523-2444 or submit a contact form here if you need help picking the best parts for the job!

Quality Parts Mean Safety and Durability

Injection Molded Plastic vs Extruded Vinyl

How do quality materials make a difference?

Quality boat dock materials mean quality parts for you to buy! Two of the biggest benefits that quality materials provide are safety and durability. 

Safety: top-quality accessories aren’t just made from great materials, they’re also more likely to go through rigorous safety testing and engineering. Lower quality materials aren’t automatically less safe, but are much less likely to have been tested because that’s an added cost. If you buy cheaper accessories, you could be putting yourself and others at risk.

Durability: low-quality, cheap materials aren’t going to last as long as the good stuff. That’s why durability ties in directly with money and cost. Investing in quality materials buys you something that lasts. You’re more than likely to get your money’s worth out of quality products that are durable and won’t need to be replaced for years.

Choose Safety when Installing Your Michigan Dock

Alumi-Span uses high quality castings and extrusions in the applications where they work the best, and our alloys are specifically chosen for their intended purpose. We also use proper corrosion resistant fasteners for all applications. This means you can trust the safety and longevity of Alumi-Span parts.

Before you start on your Michigan dock installation, call (855) 523-2444 or submit a contact form here if you need help picking the best parts for the job!

Enjoy the Water Without the Commute

Are you thinking about investing in a boat dock?

If your home is on a waterfront, installing a boat dock is one of the best ways to take advantage of the extra space! Whether you use a dock for boating, swimming, lounging, entertaining, or all of the above, a custom dock can bring the whole property together.

One of the biggest advantages of a waterfront property is that you can enjoy the water without commuting to another location. This is extra beneficial if you have a boat. Rather than towing your boat to a marina, backing it into the water, docking at whatever spot is available, and packing it all up again, you can enjoy your boat just by walking to your dock. Opting for a custom dock lets you build something that suites your boat’s needs as well.

Skip the Marina with Dock Installation in Michigan

Ready to take your waterfront property to the next level?

Alumi-Span Docks manufactures and sells all the materials you will need for custom dock installation in Michigan. Even if you don’t live in Michigan, Alumi-Span parts can be shipped to you anywhere in the United States. Call (855) 523-2444 or submit a contact form to get started!

Get the Most Out of Your Waterfront Property with a Boat Dock

Do you own waterfront property?

We love to customize the appearance of our homes, so why not do the same with boat docks? Investing in custom dock means that you can build it to look how you want it to look, rather than settling for something that was already there. This is especially important for those who own waterfront property and want to give it a cohesive appearance. A custom boat dock can be a beautiful compliment to your waterfront home, which not only makes it more enjoyable, but also raises the property value.

There are many different looks that you can create with Alumi-Span Docks. Take a look at our dock sections to see your different style options.

Install Your Michigan Dock this Fall!

Ready to take your waterfront property to the next level?

Alumi-Span Docks manufactures and sells all the materials you will need for custom dock installation in Michigan. Even if you don’t live in Michigan, Alumi-Span parts can be shipped to you anywhere in the United States. Call (855) 523-2444 or submit a contact form to get started!

Options for Building Your Boat Dock

Unsure what dock option is best for you? Take a look at our quick list:

Shoreline: There are many ways to start your boat dock from shore.  Aluminum end caps, sea wall brackets, ramp brackets, and extra leg sets are all different ways to begin your dock.  One of these options can meet almost any shoreline need.

Water Levels and Currents:  Water levels will determine the height of upright poles you need.  If the water level fluctuates, having a little extra
pole for adjustment is a good idea.  Strong currents or wave action may mean you need to secure your dock with a few augers.  

Lake Bottom Conditions: There are many different options to deal with the variety of lake bottom conditions.  Docks on lakes with solid sandy bottoms often are able to use all bottom plates.  In contrast, mucky situations can use a variety of options such as large bottom plates, boards, or even a combination of plates and augers.

Laws and Ordinances: The length of your dock may be limited by laws or ordinances on your particular lake or for the state.  In addition, the amount of lake frontage you span with party platforms, etc. can be limited based on property lines.  Staying within the legal parameters when creating your boat dock design can eliminate a lot of future problems.

Time for Maintenance: There are many different decking material options.  If you have time to keep up on maintenance, there are a couple of wood options, treated pine and pre-stained cedar.  If you want to spend less time maintaining and more time enjoying your boat dock, maintenance free options such as extruded vinyl or anodized aluminum are great choices. 

How to Build a Boat Dock in Michigan

Alumi-Span Docks offers both videos and installation guides to help you learn how to build a boat dock in Michigan. You can also buy all the dock parts you need straight from our website. Have questions? Call us at (855) 523-2444 or submit a contact form here.

Things to Consider Before Building a Boat Dock

Have you been waiting for the right time to build your boat dock? There are a few things to take into consideration before you start!

Shorelines. What does the shoreline look like where you live? Grassy? A steep descent? Rocky? This will also influence the type of dock you construct.

Water Levels and Currents. Is there a lot of boat traffic and strong currents where you live? Do water levels fluctuate often? Consider the water level of your lake before you build.

Lake Bottom Sedimentation. Before you choose a dock style, consider the bottom of the water! Is it flat and sandy? Mucky? Research which dock types will suit the lake bottom best.

Laws & Ordinances. Some lakes have regulations on maximum dock length or rules about taking the docks out in winter.  Make sure to do your research and find out what is required by the lake, county, and state where you live.

Time for Maintenance. How much time do you have to perform yearly maintenance on your dock?  Are you able to spend time staining, etc. or do you need a dock that is maintenance free?

Wondering How to Build a Michigan Boat Dock?

Alumi-Span Docks offers both videos and installation guides to help you learn how to build a boat dock in Michigan. You can also buy all the dock parts you need straight from our website. Have questions? Call us at (855) 523-2444 or submit a contact form here.