How Scott Built a Dock That
Handles 12-Foot Water Swings
— Without a Crew
🧰 The Hybrid Dock Solution
*”It took some planning…” – Scott M., Alberta*
When Scott realized his old timber dock was waterlogged beyond repair, he knew it was time for an upgrade.
But there was one major challenge: His river fluctuated by up to 12 feet — and had a fast-moving current to boot.
He needed a dock that wasn’t just strong — it had to be stable, reliable, and adaptable.
Scott’s approach was smart, simple, and surprisingly efficient.
He combined:
– An aluminum frame (he had some on hand — bonus!)
– Traditional cedar decking (beautiful and classic)
– AquaMax floats (for lift, strength, and easy building)
*”We found the AquaMax super strong and easy to work with.”* – Scott M.
🔧 Why It Worked
– 🛠 Modular Float Design — Build right-side up, no flipping required
– 💪 Thicker Shells — Rotationally molded to handle stress
– 🌊 Anchoring Options — Ideal for fluctuating water levels
– 📐 Custom Flexibility — Works with wood, aluminum, or hybrid frames
– 👨🔧 DIY-Friendly Kits — No crew required
🧭 Thinking About Your Own Dock?
Whether you’re on a river, lake, or bay — we can help.
With over 20 floating dock layouts available (and the ability to design your own), we’ll walk you through it every step of the way.
From floats and hardware to anchors and gangways — we’ve got you covered.
P.S. Need installation help? We offer full construction services in the Alberta area.
