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...the entire experience was professional but also stress-free and fun. Best of all, we got the dock of our dreams...

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From Destin’s welcoming greeting when we entered the store, through the dock design process, delivery and installation by Tino to the final product… the entire experience was professional but also stress-free and fun. Best of all, we got the dock of our dreams.

Rebecca Poma
Maine
Rebecca Poma
Maine

...LOVE THE PRODUCT, super high quality! Shipping to Alabama was great! Love my "Great Northern Dock" stairs down here in the south!

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I worked with Gretta ordering the dock stairs descending into the water. Since I could not see the product, I was a little nervous ordering on my own. Gretta helped answer all my questions, and helped me figure out the best system for my situation! I don’t think I would have purchased had she not been such a great help. LOVE THE PRODUCT, super high quality! Shipping to Alabama was great! Love my “Great Northern Dock” stairs down here in the south!

Carol Smyser
Alabama
Carol Smyser
Alabama

...Their product is unmatched in Quality, Longevity and Look. There is no application or shoreline their docks can't accommodate. Not only are Great...

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Great Northern Docks is a first-class company with the best product on the market. As one of the larger dock installation companies in southern Maine I have worked directly with Great Northern for years. Their product is unmatched in Quality, Longevity and Look. There is no application or shoreline their docks can’t accommodate. Not only are Great Northern Docks in a class by themselves they are also the most installer friendly dock systems on the market. My dock business has been exclusively with Great Northern for years and they will always be the only company I will work with. From start to finish you will never be disappointed investing in a Great Northern dock system.

Shoreline Solutions LLC
Maine
Shoreline Solutions LLC
Maine

I just wanted to thank you for your help.  I LOVE my dock stairs! I was nervous to order a big ticket item half the country away but your kind attitude and help

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I just wanted to thank you for your help.  I LOVE my dock stairs! I was nervous to order a big ticket item half the country away but your kind attitude and helpful answers gave me a sense of security. I just wanted to thank you for your help.  So, all the way from Minnesota,  I send a shout out: “Yay for Seth! ”Thanks again,

Linda
Minnesota
Linda
Minnesota

I purchased a new dock this season from Great Northern Docks and was extremely happy with the quality and service. From the initial site review, where the team

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I purchased a new dock this season from Great Northern Docks and was extremely happy with the quality and service. From the initial site review, where the team came out and created options on paper, to the prompt delivery, everything went smoothly. When my installers were short some pipe, I called and GND quickly cut a 20’ pipe into two pieces and had it ready to go within the hour for no extra charge. They also gave me a refund for a few extra pieces that I had left over after installation.The dock itself is great looking, well constructed, and very functional for fun summer days on the lake; whether boating or just relaxing on the dock. Thank you GND!

Eric Miller
Maine
Eric Miller
Maine

Lindsay and the team at Great Northern Docks provided excellent support and guidance in the entire process of selecting the appropriate dock

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Lindsay and the team at Great Northern Docks provided excellent support and guidance in the entire process of selecting the appropriate dock that meets our needs and budget. Assembly was straightforward and the quality of the material as well as the craftsmanship was excellent. My wife and I are looking forward to adding additional accessories next year.

Christopher Cortez
Maine
Christopher Cortez
Maine
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Easy-to-install, multi-purpose outdoor stairs.

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Stationary Wood Docks

There are two major methods of building stationary wood docks. The one that is most common in New England, and in places that require seasonal removal, is using pipe legs. The second, which is more common in the Southern United States is using 4×4 posts, as these docks often do not need to be removable.

Pipe Leg Docks

Pipe leg docks are easier to take in and out, as the removal of galvanized steel pipes is easier than 4×4 posts. Additionally, an installer can drive pipe legs using sledgehammers or gas-powered drivers, which is a real time-saver when you have seasonal install and removal.

Post Leg Docks

Post leg docks are beneficial in areas that have milder winters, and the risk of ice destroying docks is minimal. 4×4 posts are more cost effective than steel pipes and the platform they create is more stable, but they are not easily reconfigurable or removable.

Bracing for Docks

Pipe leg docks require a bracing method that allows for easier install and removal over the course of the season. As a result, removable braces, such as Hook & Lock Braces make an installer or DIYers life much easier. Basic brackets and braces are a lower cost option, however Hook & Lock Braces provide more stability, easier installation, and they help to hold your pipe legs straighter. Hook & Lock Braces allow installers to implement braces post-installation, and removes the need to dive or submerge to tighten bolts underwater. This results in fewer assembly and removal steps on annual installs and removals.

Dock Accessories

Accessories that can be added to both stationary pipe docks and stationary post docks include: benches, ladders, mooring whips, dock tie-down cleats, bumpers, edge guard, wood post covers, landscape stairs, water stairs, and solar dock lights.

As a complete alternative to wooden docks, aluminum-framed docks have many advantages when it comes to seasonal install and retrieval, and dock longevity. Talk to our team if such a dock interests you.

Pipe Dock Accessories for Wood Docks

Great Northern Docks’ pipe dock hardware is designed for durability, corrosion resistance, and ease of install.

Typical Stationary Dock Configuration

The below image shows how a typical stationary dock might be configured, with a wooden ramp, and three sections that use corner sockets to support the dock using driven 1.5″ Schedule 40 pipe.

Wood Dock Ladders

The Straight Ladder has excellent downwards reach, while the 20 Degree Ladder is designed for improved comfort. However, both are great options for wood dock ladders.

 

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