Marine Carpentry construction in coastal North Carolina

MARINE CARPENTRY

Marine Carpentry for the Pieces Others Skip

Stairs, ladders, dock boxes, fish-cleaning stations, benches, and the small custom pieces that finish a waterfront — saltwater or freshwater alike.

Custom BuildsMarine-Grade30+ Years Construction

THE CHALLENGE

Why this matters on coastal NC

Most dock builders skip the small pieces — the rod holders, dock boxes, fish stations, and ladders that turn a pier into a usable space.

MATERIALS WE USE

Marine-grade lumberIPE or cedar trim (optional)316 stainless fastenersMarine-rated plumbing fittingsPowder-coated steel hardware

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Every marine carpentry build covers

  • Custom stairs and ladders
  • Dock boxes and storage benches
  • Fish-cleaning stations with water hookup
  • Rod holders, fender locks, mooring whips
  • Custom railings and bench seating

HOW WE BUILD MARINE CARPENTRY

Our 5-step process

01

Free Site Evaluation

We listen to how you use the dock and sketch the pieces you need.

02

Sketch & Quote

You see a drawing and a price for each piece before any wood is cut.

03

Build

Marine-grade lumber, stainless hardware, and finish details that match the rest of your dock.

04

Install

We bolt, screw, and seal every piece on site.

05

Walkthrough

We show you every piece and how to maintain it.

PRICING & TIMELINE

Free Site Evaluation

Free site evaluation. Carpentry adds typically run $400 – $4,500 depending on the piece.

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WARRANTY

One-Year Workmanship

One-year workmanship warranty on all custom carpentry.

Materials carry their respective manufacturer warranties.

VERIFIED GOOGLE REVIEWS

What homeowners say

Real, published reviews from our Google Business Profile — 22 five-star reviews and counting.

Local Guide · 12 reviews
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Mark and Family Crew replaced our 4 year old wood pergola with a Modern Owens Corning Composite Material one in just a few days. We could not be more happy about how it looks and how it was done. They do high quality work and cleanup as they go.
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4 reviews
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Mark and Tommy were great to work with and did an excellent job on our dock renovation. They added pilings and a boatlift as well as relocated a couple of jet ski lifts. We also had to run a new electrical line from the house and fix a few other things — and everything was handled professionally.
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4 reviews · 3 photos
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Very pleased with the work done. Everything was completed quickly. Mark helped with getting needed permits and provided info for HOA approval. Work was done quickly and is beautiful.
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OUR APPROACH

The Finish-the-Dock Detail List

After every major build, we walk the dock with you and sketch the custom pieces that finish the space — rod holders, dock boxes, fish stations, ladders, and cleats. These small builds use the same stainless and marine-grade spec as the dock itself.

— Mark Lipe

FROM THE FOUNDER

Marine Carpentry done right is invisible — it just works through the next storm and the next ten tides. That's the standard.

— Mark Lipe

FAQ

Questions about marine carpentry

Can you build a fish-cleaning station with running water?

Yes. We coordinate the plumbing tap-in, build the station, and seal the surfaces.

Do you do stair retrofits?

Yes — bulkhead stairs, dock-side stairs, and home-to-dock landings are common requests.

How small a job will you take?

We will build a single ladder or a single bench if you have us out for a bigger evaluation. Standalone tiny jobs depend on the schedule.

Talk to us about marine carpentry

Free site evaluation. Written estimate within one business day. Every board, fastener, and piling listed.