Imperial Docks | Custom Docks in Charleston, SC

P.O. Box 32146
Charleston, SC 29417
(843) 478-3426
1 (866) 838-9067 (fax)
information@imperialdocks.com

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Although each product line offers a wide variety of material choices and dock configurations, there are some major structural commonalities that all of our docks share. We incorporate the following features into each dock we build to ensure that our finished product is as structurally sound as possible. Below, in the far left photo you will see that the header boards that attach to the pilings to provide the heart of our decking support structure are both nailed and through bolted to each pile. Through bolting provides the type of structural rigidity that is required for the dock to support the varying loads that it sees during year after year of service. They also work to ensure that our walkways remain level and plum over time.

The photo above depicts the cross bracing we install on each dock to further bolster the overall strength of the completed structure. The cross bracing technique is not only used on the pier-head pilings but also on each set of pilings supporting a section of walkway. Finally, for every floating dock we construct we use galvanized brackets and bolting to make up the corner and interior joints of the floating dock support structure. We also inset our decking within the floating dock frame to achieve increased strength and better overall appearance.

The covered pier-heads, and railing for the Imperial Series docks are constructed using marine grade aluminum. This provides many benefits over the traditional wood construction. We support a wide variety of customization to these components ranging from special patterns in the railing balusters, to other ornamental accents that can be installed with an eye toward enhancing the overall appearance of the dock.
One major factor in dock appearance is the pier-head roof. The Imperial Series docks come standard with steel roofs. Our customers can select from a wide variety of standard patterns and colors.
We also offer various types of other options to allow for a high level of customization in all of the Imperial Series dock components. If a customer would like to have a feature that we do not currently offer we will develop a new product offering specifically to address our customer's request.
We have literature on the Imperial Series docks that provides more detail on the standard features and options currently available. The Contact Us page includes an on-line brochure request form that you can use to request additional information.The covered pier-heads, and railing for the Imperial Series docks are constructed using coated steel. This provides many benefits over the traditional wood construction. We support a wide variety of customization to these components ranging from special patterns in the railing balusters, to other ornamental accents that can be installed with an eye toward enhancing the overall appearance of the dock.

The covered pier-heads, and railing for the Paragon Series docks are constructed using the traditional treated lumber material. Much like the Imperial Series, we support a wide variety of customization to these components ranging from special patterns in the railing balusters, to other ornamental accents that can be installed with an eye toward enhancing the overall appearance of the dock. Most potential customers are familiar with dock pier-heads and railings constructed using treated lumber, since this has long been the dominant configuration found in the market. We offer the conventional configurations, but just as with the Imperial Series, we provide options for the customization of each Paragon Series dock component that allow our customers to configure their dock to meet their expectations both functionally and aesthetically.

Just as with the Imperial Series docks, if a customer would like to have a feature that we do not currently offer we will develop a new product offering specifically to address our customer's request.

The Axiom Series docks are constructed using the traditional treated lumber material. Much like the Paragon Series, we support a wide variety of customization to the various dock components. We do not offer a covered pier-head in this series. The focus of this product line is to provide our customers with straight forward component configurations and a moderate level of convenient customization.

The DockMaster service program offers dock owners an inventive mix of component inspection and preventative maintenance. The program includes periodic inspection of all key dock components for structural integrity, fit, and finish. The program incorporates provisions for the replacement of certain high wear components, in the event inspection findings necessitate replacement.

As a part of each service visit our trained technicians will complete a standard list of component inspections and record any abnormal conditions. Replacement of any components, or completion of any standard maintenance services included under the program are recorded in a report that is provided to the customer after each visit. Any substandard conditions discovered during inspection, that fall outside of the program, are also documented in the report along with recommended corrective action. Our service technicians are available to discuss inspection findings and recommended corrective action at the customer's convenience.