Pier & Waterfront Solutions News Blog
Time to start thinking about water levels
It may seem early in the season to be thinking about water levels but not for us! We need to know what to expect in the months to come to be ready for what may, or may not, happen. Summer water levels tell us how much pier our customers will need and where to install...
We Love Our Dock
Thank you very much! We love our Dock. Shawn & Erik M. Sturgeon Bay
Are you a Pontoon Boat Pro?
Are you a Pro with a Pontoon Boat? Pontoon boats are a relaxing way to enjoy boating any season of the year. It's Fall, and there are still days when you will wish you could be out on a pontoon boat. It might be a little cooler, but after the hot summer, it will be...
Summer ended – Boating Season is over
SUMMER HAS ENDED Summer for many people has ended. It's a sad time for many people. People are heading home. Many families have to get back for school for the kids and can only come back on weekends. Still, there will be some great days left this Fall. Many of our...
Storm damage cleaning up
Thank you, Jerry. We appreciate greatly all the efforts made by Jack, Dave and Austin on our behalf. Please share our gratitude with them and Will and Ben, as well. They did a terrific job putting everything back together and cleaning up the area 🙂 Kindly, Peggi...
Appreciated and efficient installers
.... Yep, she's a very special person and she's even nice!! .... She and her family really enjoyed using the pier to access the water, as have the rest of our family, rather than slipping and sliding on the shore rocks. And, please know that the guys who installed...
Are SWAY BRACES needed?
DOCK SWAY BRACE Is a sway brace used on your dock? If not, does your dock sway as you walk on it? There are several reasons this can happen to any dock or pier. There are main TWO reasons for dock movement. You need to distinguish between the two types of movement. Is...
fantastic workers
Dear Jerry, You have 2 fantastic workers on your staff! Ben and Alex were so knowledgeable and hard working. We cannot be more impressed or pleased. It just poured down rain on them for the whole time they were here! Your customers are in good hands with those two!...
Thanks for the prompt help with our dock.
Thanks for the prompt help with our dock. Looks Great. Guys were very efficient. Hope to continue your services going forward. Jim G. Door County
Plan an EROSION CONTROL Project
How to Plan an EROSION CONTROL PROJECT Part 2 of a series discusses FAQ about erosion control - The signs to look for and steps to take. See part one for more information. Before beginning any actions to correct erosion, determine why the erosion is occurring....
sooo happy with the dock!
Jerry & Keri: We are sooo happy with the dock! The three men who installed it are to be commended. They are Awesome! Thank you so much for getting it in. We will recommend your company to all. You have been great to us! Mary and Gary L. Egg...
CAUSES OF SHORELINE EROSION
WHAT CAUSES SHORELINE EROSION? Lakeshores are areas of constant dynamic energy. Powerful waves, high water, and ice move soil particles away from shorelines. In more severe cases, small pebbles and eventually rocks begin to wash out. When the water reaches far enough...
Your Customer Service is unparalleled!
Thanks so much Jerry. Your Customer Service is unparalleled! Carter R. Door County
DOCK & HISTORY of PWS
PIER & WATERFRONT SOLUTIONS It's been a fast-moving six months since our last article about PWS. Dave Kalista and Jerry Englebert started in 2015. Like all new business owners, they were willing to put their futures on the line. The first "office" consisted of a...
NEED A NEW STAIRWAY?
NEED A NEW STAIRWAY? Is the wood on the stairway to the beach rotted? Are those flat stones moss-covered, tilted, and slippery? Are the railings loose? And most importantly - Would your favorite grandmother feel safe walking down to the beach? Just need to add...
Unparalleled Customer Service
Thanks so much Jerry. Your customer service is unparalleled. Carter R. Door County
COMPARE A JUMBO JET & OPEN DECKING
COMPARE A JUMBO JET TO OPEN DECKING You've flown. Whether it's 100 or 1,000 miles, it's the same principle. While landing at 125 MPH, a plane uses its "flaps" to provide extra "lift" when the forward speed is insufficient to keep the aircraft in the air. Flaps are...
Your crew is very professional
Jerry I just want to let you know that your crew has been here and replaced the cable, and it worked.... They were here and gone in an hour and really did a great job..... It is a finished job, and I really want you to know your crew is extremely professional ... It's...
New HR/Finance Manager joins PWS
Our new HR/Finance Manager Lynn Bretl Lynn has worked in the complex finance world for over 20 years with great success. Now, as the PWS Human Resource and Finance Manager, Lynn is responsible for accounts payables & receivables, taxes and HR...
CIRCLE OF DEATH
CIRCLE OF DEATH If you have a boat under 26 feet, the attached information is for you! There have been many incidents resulting in mangled bodies and death. Please read this immediately. Kill Switch Regulation Details announced by U.S. Coast Guard today, 10 March...
BASKETBALL HOOP & SLIDE
BASKETBALL HOOP & WATER-SLIDE A basketball hoop and a slide are some of the latest additions to the ShoreMaster line of accessories. Take the game off the court and put it in the cool water. Everyone will enjoy a Basketball Hoop from ShoreMaster! Imagine...
Your Assistance Needed
Today we have a request for YOUR assistance. As you may know, we have written several articles about the Glacier Flow Thru and Sun Walk decking used on the ShoreMaster docks and PWS's own 3-Season Pier, respectively. (We use two deck brands due to the different widths...
Efficient Service
Thank you for your efficient service. N, Door County
How Long Will a Boat Lift Last?
How Long Will a Boat Lift Last? Your boat is a BIG investment. You want to protect it for years to come. It only makes sense that your boat lift system should last at least as long as your boat. If your boat lift is well-built and maintained, it can last 25 years or...
REPLACEMENT CANOPY COVERS
Replacement Canopy Covers Your boat lift is in the water, and you are ready for a great summer of boating. Have you taken your first cruise this year? Yes! It was a great experience - wasn't it? That is until you noticed the hole(s) in your canopy cover. Did the last...