Q: Will my project require a permit?
A: For homeowners, this can be a surprisingly complicated question. While permits can add time and cost to a project, they help ensure your structure complies with local, state, and environmental regulations and can protect you from fines, stop-work orders, or even removal of unpermitted work.

Permits are typically required when constructing a new dock, seawall, boathouse, or other waterfront structure; expanding the size of an existing structure; replacing piles; adding a boat lift; constructing covered areas; or making substantial modifications. Minor repairs and maintenance may not require a permit. This is one of the many reasons we suggest working with an experienced marine contractor.

Q: Do you offer free estimates?
A: Yes, we provide complimentary consultations and detailed project estimates so you know what to expect before we begin. You can also request a 3-D mockup included with your quote.

Q: What materials do you use for docks?
A: We use marine-grade pressure-treated lumber, composite decking, and stainless steel or galvanized hardware to ensure strength and longevity. You can see more about dock specific materials and what option is best for you on our dock service page.

Q: Are you licensed and insured?
A: We like to do things right. That means proper licenses, permits, and insurance on every job. Our company has a Certified Building Contractor license and a Certified Underground Utility & Excavation Contractor license. Dellefave Contracting is fully licensed and insured in Florida for marine construction projects with a certified building contractor license, certified underground utility excavator license, and a marine specialty contractor license. CBC 053067 CUC 1224827 SCC131154388

Q: Do you offer maintenance services for docks and seawalls?
A: Yes, we offer routine inspections, repairs, and preventative maintenance to extend the life of your waterfront structures. Routine maintenance is vital to keeping a waterfront structure safe, functional, and beautiful. Putting off maintenance can lead to higher costs over time, often resulting in a more extensive removal and replacement project. Call us or submit our form to get exact service pricing or an on-site visit.

Q: How do I know if my seawall or dock needs repair?
A: Signs include cracks, leaning, exposed rebar, or boards pulling loose. Lumber is especially susceptible to damage from moisture, insects, and UV rays. Contact us for an inspection if you notice any of these.

Q: Do you install features such as lighting or running water ?
A: Yes, we do offer many customized features including lighted walkways and waterlines to provide customers with the most functional, aesthetic product. Check out our portfolio for images of our final projects or learn about our features on our docks page.

Q: What types of equipment do you use?

A: We utilize a wide range of specialized tools and equipment to adapt to each unique job site and project. Our commonly used equipment includes our self-powered crane barge, mantis hammer, skid steer, mini excavator, track saw, mud mixer, compact truck loader, scuba gear, jet pump for installing piles, and trailers for hauling material.

Q: How do you protect the surrounding ecosystem and waters during construction?
A: We follow best practices to minimize impact on the shoreline and waterways. This includes using silt curtains and turbidity barriers to prevent sediment from spreading into the water, choosing marine-grade, environmentally safe materials that won’t leach harmful chemicals, scheduling work around sensitive wildlife seasons when required, and securing proper permits before starting. We have recently worked over sand dunes on Daytona Beach, a great example of conservation. Our timeline was organized around tortoise nesting season, and water jets rather than vibratory hammers were used to minimize dune disturbance.

Q: What areas do you provide service to?
A: We are located in the Conway area of Orlando, FL and service all over Central Florida. Our dock building service areas include Orlando, Winter Park, Lake Conway / Belle Isle, Conway / Edgewood, Maitland, Altamonte Springs, Casselberry, Oviedo, Winter Springs, Kissimmee (Lake Tohopekaliga / East Lake Toho), St. Cloud, Poinciana, Lake Nona / Medical City, New Smyrna Beach, and Deltona.

Q: Are you hiring?
A: We are hiring skilled laborers and craftsman to join our team. Learn more about our work environment or submit your application today by clicking employment.‍ ‍