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- The Role of Crossarms and Uprights in Your Boat Dock
- Keeping Your Dock Stable from the Bottom Up
- Beginner's Guide to Vinyl Decking
- All About Wooden Docks
- How Aluminum Dock Sections are Built
- Finding the Perfect Fit: How to Size Your Boat Dock
- Celebrate the 4th of July with American-Made Boat Docks
- Designing the Perfect Boat Dock for Your Favorite Lake Activities
- Making Your Dock Dog-Friendly
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Refresh Your Boat Dock Bumpers for 2023
Posted by Alumi-Span Docks on 12/29/2022

Update Dock Accessories for Next Summer
Posted by Alumi-Span Docks on 11/29/2022

Guide to Choosing the Right Dock Design
Posted by Alumi-Span Docks on 11/4/2022
How Ice Can Damage Your Wooden Dock
Posted by Alumi-Span Docks on 10/4/2022

Guide for Custom Dock Building
Posted by Alumi-Span Docks on 8/29/2022

Custom boat docks have so much to offer and can be an incredibly rewarding investment! If you’re looking for help making your custom boat dock dream a reality, give us a call! We’re happy to take you step-by-step through the entire design and building process, or guide you in the right direction to quality boat dock parts.
Why Choose Vinyl Dock Sections?
Posted by Alumi-Span Docks on 8/1/2022

How to Add a Party Dock to Your Summer Vacation Property
Posted by Alumi-Span Docks on 7/1/2022
Why We Love Anodized Aluminum Boat Docks
Posted by Alumi-Span Docks on 5/31/2022
How to Safely Dock a Boat
Posted by Alumi-Span Docks on 4/29/2022
Spend Earth Day Outside on Your Boat!
Posted by Alumi-Span Docks on 4/1/2022
Tips for Spring Dock Installation
Posted by Alumi-Span Docks on 3/1/2022
As the days get longer and the feeling of spring is in the air, it’s time to start planning for your dock installation!
How to Build a Wooden Boat Dock
Posted by Alumi-Span Docks on 2/3/2022
Are you learning how to build a wooden dock from scratch?
Are you rebuilding an existing dock that has since rotted or needs planks replaced?
If you need to build or rebuild a wooden dock, you want the most durable wood available that will be low maintenance and last a lifetime.
Top Offseason Boat Projects
Posted by Alumi-Span Docks on 12/30/2021
Dock Ideas for Summer Camp Directors
Posted by Alumi-Span Docks on 12/1/2021
How to Safely Store Your Boat for Winter
Posted by Alumi-Span Docks on 11/1/2021
Dock Accessories Checklist
Posted by Alumi-Span Docks on 10/1/2021
You can find accessories that make all things lake-related simpler, and accessories that will make your dock more fun when you’re not on the water.
Reasons to Keep Boating in Autumn
Posted by Alumi-Span Docks on 9/1/2021
Best Midwest Summer Boating Destinations
Posted by Alumi-Span Docks on 8/2/2021
Unique Dock Designs
Posted by Alumi-Span Docks on 7/1/2021
Do you want something with more “wow” factor than a traditional boat dock?
Dock design is an important part of the dock building process. A large, rectangular shape is easy to build and functional, but does it really serve your needs, or could you have something more unique that will impress your friends and neighbors and combine your outdoor hobbies?
Read on for some options to consider when you begin designing your boat dock...
Protecting Your Dock Against Weather and Low Water Levels
Posted by Alumi-Span Docks on 6/1/2021
Do you need a boat dock that can provide years of fun and function for your family?
One of the many benefits of aluminum docks is that they are very low maintenance. That doesn’t mean no maintenance, however! In Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana, we get all kinds of weather. Even our sturdy aluminum docks have a lot of work to do to stand up to ice and snow, heat, and high winds. Protect your investment with regular inspection and maintenance.
Why Choose an Aluminum Boat Dock?
Posted by Alumi-Span Docks on 5/3/2021
Protect Your Investment with our Dock Maintenance Tips
Posted by Alumi-Span Docks on 4/1/2021
Guide to Choosing the Best Dock Accessories
Posted by Alumi-Span Docks on 3/1/2021
If you live on lakefront property or have a vacation home on the water, you know how important it is to have the right accessories to fully transform and enhance your outdoor space.
Best Ways to Enjoy Spring Boating in Michigan
Posted by Alumi-Span Docks on 2/1/2021
Tired of the cold weather and ready to enjoy the sun when it finally comes out again?
Michiganders
all over the state are looking forward to spring and summer not only
for yearly boating excursions, but just for an excuse to get out of the
house again. In 2020, we spent a lot of time at home, and the start of
2021 has been more of the same.
Read our tips for spring boating here!
Most Popular Boat Dock Accessories
Posted by Alumi-Span Docks on 1/1/2021
You can find accessories that are made to make everything on the water easier, and accessories that will let you enjoy your dock even when the boat is tied up.