Creative Marine Construction FAQs

You'll find answers below to some of the most frequently asked questions our customers have.

If you have a specific question not addressed here, please don't hestitate to call Creative Marine Construction at 863-293-7239.
You can also use our Online Form to send us your questions
To request a free on-site estimate, please use our Estimate Request form
or send us an email at derekavis@creativedocks.com

We will be happy to provide you with the answers you need concerning all your marine construction needs.
Creative Marine Construction Frequently asked questions!

Q. On what lakes do you build docks and provide your other services?
A. We work on just about any body of water in Polk County, Florida. The deciding factor is mostly determined by whether we can get our equipment to your jobsite. For a complete list of Polk County lakes, please Click Here.

Q: Do you only provide services on the water?
A: No. We also build decks and gazebos or other outdoor structures that enhance your enjoyment of waterfront living.

Q: Do you give Free Estimates?
A: YES! We would need to schedule a Consultation time and meet you on site. In some cases, we can gather the information from your site and communicate with you via telephone/email afterwards. Our estimates include drawings so there are no surprises. To schedule a convenient time, please call us at 863-293-7239 or feel free to use our ONLINE ESTIMATE FORM to request a FREE estimate.

Q: I'm concerned with selecting a reliable builder with competitive pricing. How do I know your company will build a top quality structure for a resonable price?
A: Our customers say it better than we can! Please visit our REFERENCES section to read what our customers say about us.

Q: I want dock built; when is the best time of year to get started?
A: We work year round so... when you're ready to start on your project, so are we!

Q: Do I have to get a Permit in order to build on the lake?
A: Permitting can be complicated and there’s no simple answer to this question. Rest assured, we can do all this work for you. If you’re increasing the square footage or changing the original footprint in any way, the answer is always yes. Let us walk you through this part. See our PERMITTING section to learn more.

Q: Do you provide Dredging Services?
A: We are currently not setup for dredging.

Q: Do you sell and install jet ski and boat lifts?
A: We install any equipment you want to manufacturers’ specifications.

Q: What materials do you work with for docks and seawalls?
A: We use marine quality pressure treated wood for a variety of marine structures and pressure treated wood or aluminum for seawalls.

Q: What deposit do you require before you begin work on a dock building or related project?
A: In most cases we require no money up front other than the cost of permitting. Once a contract has been been agreed upon a deposit of 50% down is required. 

Q: How long does it typically take to finish building a dock?
A: Depending on the size and difficulty of your project the average time it takes to complete a dock is 2-3 weeks.

Q: Sounds great! How soon can we start working together?
A: Contact us today, to get started on your new dock, seawall, deck, gazebo or other marine structure!

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