5 SIGNS TO REPLACE YOUR DOCK

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5 SIGNS TO REPLACE YOUR DOCK

• Many wooden and aluminum docks are prone to
  showing signs of wear and tear over the years.
  Determining if your dock needs repairs or a
  replacement is paramount to ensuring your safety
  and the safety of those around you. How can you
  tell when your dock has reached its expiration
  date? Here are five signs that its time to
  replace your dock.

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WHEN SHOULD I REPLACE MY DOCK?

• 1. FOUNDATION IS DAMAGED
• If you find that areas of your dock are cracking,
  investigate further to see if a larger issue is
  the culprit. If you find that the underwater
  foundation is damaged, your dock should be
  replaced.

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2. RUSTED SUPPORTS AND PLATFORMS

• If your boat dock has metal components in the
  supports or platforms, corrosive salt water will
  eat away at the metal over time. While small rust
  spots can often be easily repaired, rust that is
  prevalent or spread to multiple areas means your
  dock requires a replacement.
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  over traditional docks by being easily expandable
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3. WARPS AND CRACKS IN DOCK SUPPORTS

• Currents and waves can cause your dock to warp
  over time due to sustained pressure. Constant
  pressure can even lead to a break or crack in the
  supports. Other factors such as collisions can
  also lead to cracking and warping.
• Depending on your docks material, a few minor
  cracks in a small area of your dock can be
  repaired by replacing individual boards or beams.
  On the other hand, if major load-bearing areas
  are experiencing breakage in multiple places,
  your dock will need to be replaced to ensure its
  safety and structural integrity.

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4. WOOD IS ROTTING IN SEVERAL AREAS

• Wooden boat docks are prone to rot. If you find
  the wood is rotting in multiple areas, its time
  for a replacement. It is not uncommon for fungus
  from the water to create dry rot and decay within
  wooden components. Sometimes, repairing the
  damage with new lumber can be a simple fix if
  the decay is contained to small areas. However,
  when the rot shows up in several areas of your
  dock at the same time, a replacement is
  warranted.

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5. LOOSE DECKING BOARDS

• Loose decking boards are easy to spot and will
  create an unsafe situation for anyone walking on
  the dock. Because you walk, sit and spend lots of
  time on your dock, its imperative that you
  address any loose sections immediately. A few
  loose boards may not require a complete
  replacement, but more extensive damage could mean
  its time to replace your dock.

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