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JSS Property Professionals, Inc.
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Serving Largo, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

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"They did an okay job but their communication is not great. I honestly only went with them because due to COVID I had a hard time getting contractors to give me other quotes. They just showed up whenever they wanted to measure and lay the concrete. Use another company to pour the cement (at 7 am, my neighbors were not with me) and did not communicate with them properly so I was incredibly confused. They had no trouble calling to check on the final payment though."
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Response time1 day
Response rate86%
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Islander Building Services llc
4.5(
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Serving Largo, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I absolutely loved having Islander make my turning my backyard Covid project into an real life Oasis! From pavers, fencing, redecking, and some interior remodeling work, Islander’s workers were in and out in no time. Andy and his son Andrew were effective with communication and incredibly thorough from preliminary drawings to final walkthrough. I’m very pleased with our new masterpiece and am happy to use them again when the time comes. -Thanks again! SW"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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South Shore Construction LLC
4.0(
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Serving Largo, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He came out to look at everything and was helpful.    He gave me advice.  The intial response was great but with a follow up call his office didn’t respond.  In the end I didn’t need drywall work done."
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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Starshine Painting & Pressure Cleaning Inc.
4.5(
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Serving Largo, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went very well. Sal was very helpful in selecting colors and explaining all he was doing. He powerwashed the house, primed it, then filled in all the cracks, and then painted. Wonderful job. Have had many compliments."
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Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Costa Construction
5.0(
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Serving Largo, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Costa Construction was very professional and easy going. The driveway came out much better than expected and the work was done before the deadline. I would definitely recommend Costa Construction if youâ re looking for quality work!!"
Response time3 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for water dock building service projects in Largo, FL

With the right design and maintenance, a vinyl sea wall capped with concrete can serve you for 50 to 70 years, while poured-concrete walls last 50 to 60 years. Steel or aluminum options last 30 to 40 years, and treated wood holds up for 10 to 25 years. Plan on regular inspections and prompt repairs to keep any sea wall performing at its best for decades.

A bulkhead holds back soil in calm, inland waters, while a sea wall is built for pounding coastal waves. The sea wall’s job is to absorb and deflect wave energy, offering stronger erosion control. A bulkhead mainly keeps soil in place but isn’t designed to stand up to heavy surf.

A sea wall needs a deep footing—four to 10 feet or more—so it can resist shifting soils and constant wave pressure. The exact depth depends on your soil conditions, water depth, chosen material, and local building codes. Your marine contractor may dig even deeper to secure the wall in place and meet the structural specifications.

Plan on a quick visual check every season. Look for cracks, loose panels, or washed-out soil, clear weep holes so water can drain, and trim plants that push against the wall. Catching small issues early helps maintain the structure's soundness and prevents major repair bills later. Your sea wall builder can make recommendations for an ongoing maintenance plan that will help keep your sea wall in optimal condition.

Most residential sea walls are completed in an average of one to three weeks, covering preparation work, sheet piling, and cleanup. Larger commercial walls require additional engineering and can extend well beyond that window. Your crew drives steel or vinyl sheets into the soil, then finishes caps, tie-backs, and grading before final inspection.

The “best” wall is the one engineered for your site, but concrete often tops the list for pure strength and longevity. It anchors soil, blocks water, and handles repeated wave hits better than wood or light-gauge steel. Collaborate with a marine contractor to determine the ideal material for your shoreline and budget.

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