Licensed & Insured Composite Dock Construction in Houston, TX

Your dock needs to stand up to heat, brackish water, wakes, and storm surges. We build long‑lasting composite docks engineered for Houston’s bays, lakes, and rivers. Our crews handle complex sites, from Clear Lake to Galveston Bay, using proven marine construction practices.

As TrexPro Platinum and TimberTech/AZEK Pro installers with OSHA-trained crews, we deliver clean lines, cool-to-the-touch surfaces, and code-compliant electrical. You get durability without the splinters, rot, or constant staining. For Composite Dock Construction Houston TX that’s built to last, contact us for a free on‑site assessment and estimate.

Why Our Composite Dock Builds Deliver Safety, Durability, and Lasting Value

You’re investing in a dock to launch, relax, and host with confidence—not to battle rot or repairs. Professional Composite Dock Construction Houston TX ensures the right pilings, floats, and decking for waves, wind, and heavy Houston use. With our engineered approach, you get quieter boards, cooler surfaces, and fewer surprises over the life of your dock.

Safety & Risk Elimination

Your family and guests come first. We design structures with cross-bracing sized for local wind and wave loads and use encapsulated HDPE/EPS floats to prevent waterlogging. For marinas and powered slips, we install ELCI/GFPE shore power pedestals, sealed conduit above the electrical datum plane, and emergency shutoff labeling per NEC Article 555 and NFPA 303.

Example: After a 2023 storm on Clear Lake, our hurricane-resistant retrofits—lateral ties, helical anchors, and uplift brackets—kept a client’s floating platform secure while neighbors’ docks broke free.

Professional Results & Quality

Composites demand proper fastening and spacing. We use hidden fastener systems, thermal expansion gaps, and 316 stainless or hot-dipped galvanized hardware for corrosion resistance. Light-colored WearDeck or TimberTech AZEK options help reduce heat buildup in Texas sun.

We source marine-grade framing, FRP/composite pilings or vinyl pile wrap, and UV-rated wiring with LED marine lighting. The result: straighter lines, quieter boards, and clean electrical that passes inspection the first time.

Time & Stress Savings

Our barge, pile driver, vibratory hammer, and jetting pumps shorten build time and limit shoreline disruption. You skip the learning curve, permit headaches, and mid-project changes that create delays.

From bathymetric checks to materials staging, we coordinate everything—including City of Houston and Harris County floodplain permits, USACE/Texas GLO approvals, and HOA submissions—so you stay on schedule.

Cost-Effective Solution

Upfront quality avoids expensive rework. Correct piling depth to refusal, proper anchoring layouts, and tide/wind orientation protect your deck boards, floats, and cleats from premature failure. We prevent hidden costs like rot, fastener pull-out, or electrical rewire due to code misses.

We also advise brand and board selection to fit your budget—from MoistureShield Vision marine-grade boards to value composites—without sacrificing longevity where it matters.

Peace of Mind & Warranty

We’re fully insured, with OSHA 10/30 safety training and documented Job Hazard Analyses over water. You get a written workmanship warranty plus manufacturer coverage (e.g., fade/stain warranties up to 50 years on select PVC boards; see brand terms).

Annual maintenance plans include fastener checks, float inspections, and leakage current testing on shore power—so your dock stays safe and ready all season.

How Our Composite Dock Construction Process Works

We make building your dock simple, transparent, and code-compliant—from survey to final walkthrough. You’ll know what’s happening at every step.

1) On‑Site Consultation

We assess depths, soils, wind/wave exposure, and access with laser levels and a depth finder, then discuss use, vessels, and budget.

2) Design & Permitting

We produce engineered layouts, decking/float selections, and handle permits: City of Houston (HPWCODE1003), floodplain, USACE Galveston District, and Texas GLO where applicable.

3) Material Procurement

We stage composite boards (Trex, TimberTech/AZEK, MoistureShield), marine framing, 316 SS hardware, floats, pedestals, and lighting to keep build time tight.

4) Construction & Installation

Our barge crew drives pilings or sets helical anchors, assembles framing, installs decking with hidden fasteners, and completes electrical per NEC 555.

5) Final Inspection & Handover

We test shore power with ELCI/GFPE, review safety features, and walk you through care, warranties, and optional maintenance plans.

Why Choose Us for Composite Dock Construction in Houston

Houston Docks has delivered thousands of feet of composite docks across the Greater Houston waterfront for over 15 years. We combine certified composite expertise with marine engineering practices and strict safety standards. From Baytown marinas to Lake Conroe boathouses, we build right the first time—on time, on budget, and to code.

Certified Composite Expertise

We’re TrexPro Platinum, TimberTech/AZEK Pro, and MoistureShield Pro installers, plus EZ Dock certified for modular systems. That means proper board selection, fasteners, and framing details specific to each manufacturer. We also advise grated/perforated decking like Sure Step or ThruFlow where light penetration benefits sensitive bay habitats.

Our familiarity with hidden fastener systems, expansion gaps, and light-color heat mitigation delivers smoother surfaces that stay cooler in Texas summers.

Licensed, Insured, and Code‑Focused

We carry full marine liability and workers’ comp and follow OSHA 29 CFR 1926 with PFDs and fall protection over water. For powered slips and marinas, we coordinate with a TDLR-licensed electrical team and build to NEC Article 555 and NFPA 303—ELCI/GFPE protection, sealed conduit above the datum plane, and emergency shutoff placement and signage.

We also help owners maintain compliance with periodic electrical inspections and leakage current testing to keep people and property safe.

Right Equipment and Methods

Our barge, pile driver, vibratory hammer, jetting pumps, and torque-driven helical anchors let us work efficiently in mud, sand, and shell. We use laser levels and a total station for alignment and elevation control and torque wrenches for calibrated connections.

Where corrosion is a risk, we specify 316 SS, coatings, or sacrificial anodes for steel components and vinyl pile wrap or FRP pilings for longevity.

Local Water Knowledge

We understand Clear Lake fetch and boat wake patterns near Kemah/Seabrook, Galveston Bay’s brackish conditions, and Lake Houston’s fluctuating levels along the San Jacinto River. We orient docks to prevailing winds, specify wave attenuators where appropriate, and match anchoring to soils—reducing movement and maintenance.

Permitting is streamlined with our experience across 77058, 77062, 77044, 77345/46/39, 77586/65/73, and Lake Conroe zip codes like 77356/77316/77304.

Customer‑First Guarantees

Expect a clear scope, fixed scheduling windows, and a written workmanship warranty. Our maintenance plans include seasonal checks, fastener retorquing, float inspections, and shore power tests. We’re active with the Marina Association of Texas, PDCA Texas Chapter, and NADRA—so you benefit from shared best practices and continuous improvement.

Composite Dock Projects Backed by Proven Local Experience

We’ve completed residential and commercial composite docks across the Greater Houston area, including Clear Lake, Nassau Bay, League City, Baytown, Texas City, and Lake Conroe. Our Composite Dock Construction Houston TX portfolio ranges from single-slip boathouses to multi-slip marina expansions—each tailored to waves, soils, and use.

Types of Composite Dock Projects We Handle

Residential: single-family docks, covered slips, PWC ports, and boathouses with aluminum gangways. Community/HOA: shared piers, boardwalks, and kayak launches. Commercial: transient slips, fuel docks (with specialized compliance), and marina re-decking without interrupting operations.

We also perform composite re-decking of older wood structures, using marine-grade framing upgrades as needed for a longer service life.

Our Proven Methods

We start with geotechnical and bathymetric assessment, then select fixed piles or floating systems with encapsulated floats. Framing uses marine-treated lumber or aluminum where weight savings matter. Decking options include Trex, TimberTech/AZEK PVC, MoistureShield Vision, WearDeck, and Lumberock.

We integrate dock cleats, ladders, rub rail, LED lighting, and ELCI pedestals. ADA gangway slopes (1:12) with transition plates and handrails are available when required.

Complex Conditions We’ve Mastered

For Lake Houston floodplains, we coordinate Harris County floodplain permits and design for fluctuating water with articulating gangways. In Trinity Bay and Upper Galveston Bay, we specify corrosion-resistant hardware and pile wrap to handle salinity and marine growth.

Along the Houston Ship Channel influence and windy fetch zones, we add cross-bracing, deeper embedment, and wave attenuator orientation to cut stress and sway.

Results You Can Expect

Straight, quiet decking; properly aligned slips; safe, code-checked power; and predictable schedules. Typical build windows range from 3–8 weeks after permit approvals, depending on scope and weather.

Post-build, we provide as-built documents, maintenance recommendations, and warranty registration so you get long-term performance with minimal upkeep.

Frequently Asked Questions