Questions to Ask the Marine Contractors

Feb. 25, 2016 - PRLog -- Projecting your waterfront is crucial and requires information gathering and decision making. These key decisions include the selection of your installation methods, materials, and most importantly; the selection of a qualified Engineer-Contractor team. Protecting your investment can be made much easier by having the right information.

Things You Need to Know About Marine Contractors

• Does the contractor have insurance?
• Does the contractor have references I can contact?
• How long has my contractor been in business?
• How long has my contractor been installing seawalls in my area?
• Who will obtain state, local and county permits?
• When can the contractor start my job? When will it be finished?


Things You Need to Know About Marine Construction

• Which seawall design does my Engineer recommend?
• Which seawall design does my contractor recommend?
• Does the contractor own his own barge?
• How much of the work will be done by employees?
• Does the contractor subcontract most of the work?

The selection of a qualified Engineer-Contractor team will make protecting your investment much easier.