Submerged wood, concrete, and steel pilings bear the entire weight of your waterfront structures, yet they are constantly under attack by environmental elements and marine life. Our Dock & Piling Inspection service provides waterfront homeowners, marinas, boat clubs, HOAs, and property managers with a safe, high-definition look at the health of their dock’s foundation. Instead of paying for a commercial dive team to deploy heavy equipment and enter the water, our team uses agile underwater ROVs to deliver a thorough evaluation with zero operational disruption.
During the inspection, our drone moves around each piling to assess structural integrity from the water line down to the mudline. We actively scan for severe wood-boring marine organism damage, timber rot, concrete splitting, and the corrosion of critical metal hardware and fasteners. We also review the connection points where your dock meets the seawall (where accessible) and check for undermining or erosion around the base of the structures caused by shifting currents or heavy boat traffic. Heavy marine growth can hide structural failures, so our operators are trained to spot the subtle warning signs of deterioration beneath the surface.
Following our visit, you will receive a detailed inspection report alongside high-resolution images and HD underwater video files. This documentation clearly flags any weakened pilings or urgent structural concerns, giving you the exact data needed to plan targeted repairs, budget for future renovations, or provide proof of structural health to insurance adjusters and real estate buyers.
- Pricing: Residential Dock Inspections start at $299 (covering up to 10 pilings and standard dock structures). Large residential or multi-slip docks start at $500–$750, while HOAs and commercial marinas start at $1,000+ based on scope.
- When to Call: This service is highly recommended before buying or selling a waterfront home, immediately following hurricanes or severe storms, when you suspect structural weakening, or as part of an annual preventative property check.
- Please Note: This service provides visual inspections and documentation; it is not a substitute for a licensed structural engineering assessment unless explicitly coordinated with an engineer.