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Serving Central Florida and Central Florida's East & West Coast.
,For decades, Florida Dock & Boat Lifts
has been a local leader throughout Central Florida, from the East to the West Coast, in providing high-quality docks, decks, seawalls, boat lifts, maintenance and repairs. Our experienced technicians and contractors are here to help with all of your marine needs, ranging from simple repair of existing docks and boat lifts to completely custom dock, boathouses and lifts. Using state-of-the-art materials, products, and processes, you can trust the Florida Dock & Boat Lifts team to deliver honest, affordable, and long-lasting services whenever you call. Schedule your lift maintenance, lift repair or free in-home consultation for construction or new boat lift today by calling 352-394-7655.
Licensed and Insured Marine Contractor Requirements
We have all heard the horror stories – people coming out and claiming to be licensed and insured contractors, only to find out that they were not who they said they were. Many homeowners don’t know that hiring contractors that do not possess the proper licensing and liability insurance means that they themselves become legally and monetarily responsible for them! Ensure you are protected by knowing what to look for and asking the right questions of anyone you hire to complete your repairs. As a homeowner, it is your right to ask questions and ask for valid proof of the items mentioned below.
What You Need to Know About Contractors
✔ They are required to be licensed by the State
✔ They are required to have General Liability Insurance
✔ They are required to have Workers’ Compensation
✔ They are required to have General Liability Insurance
✔ They are required to have Workers’ Compensation
What You Need to Know About Marine Contractors
✔ They are required to have all other mentioned above
✔ They are required to carry the Federal Jones Act Insurance if the contractor uses a barge or other vessels (Pontoon) when building.
✔ They are also required to carry USL&H Insurance (Longshore & Harbor) Workers’ Compensation. If your contractor does not carry this, YOU
will be legally responsible for any injuries that may occur.