Dock Builder & Marine Contractor in Fort Lauderdale, FL
JKT Marine builds custom docks, repairs seawalls, and installs boat lifts for waterfront homeowners and commercial properties throughout Fort Lauderdale. Serving the New River, Intracoastal Waterway, and Fort Lauderdale's extensive residential canal system.
Marine Construction in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale is one of the most waterfront-dense cities in the United States — with over 300 miles of inland waterways, canals, and the Intracoastal running through it. Neighborhoods like Rio Vista, Las Olas Isles, Harbor Beach, Coral Ridge, and Lauderdale Harbours have some of the most active private dock and seawall properties in all of South Florida.
JKT Marine works throughout Fort Lauderdale and the surrounding Broward County waterfront market. We know the New River, we know the Las Olas canal system, and we know what Broward County and the Army Corps of Engineers require for permitted marine work. Every project is handled by our in-house crew — not subcontractors — with our ownership team personally overseeing the work.
Services We Provide in Fort Lauderdale
Dock Construction
Custom dock and pier construction for Intracoastal, New River, and canal properties throughout Fort Lauderdale. Fixed docks, floating docks, and multi-slip systems for residential and commercial use.
Learn More →Seawall Repair & Installation
Seawall repair, cap replacement, and full seawall replacement for Fort Lauderdale waterfront properties. All permits handled through Broward County, SFWMD, and FDEP.
Learn More →Boat Lift Installation
Authorized installer for Golden, Hi-Tide, Tide Tamer, and other major brands. New lift installations, repairs, and annual maintenance throughout Fort Lauderdale.
Learn More →Dock Deck Replacement
Full dock redecking with composite, PVC, and pressure-treated materials. Most Fort Lauderdale redecks completed in one to two days with minimal disruption.
Learn More →Pile Driving
Concrete, composite, and timber piling installation for Fort Lauderdale docks, seawalls, and bulkheads — all water depths and canal conditions handled.
Learn More →Commercial Marina Work
Full-service commercial marina construction, dock repair, and seawall work for Fort Lauderdale marina operators and commercial waterfront properties.
Learn More →Fort Lauderdale Waterways We Work On
Intracoastal Waterway
The ICW through Fort Lauderdale carries some of the heaviest recreational and commercial boat traffic in South Florida. Docks and seawalls on the ICW face constant wake damage and tidal stress — we build to handle it.
New River
The New River runs through downtown Fort Lauderdale and connects to dozens of residential and commercial waterfront properties. Tidal movement and current on the New River require specific design and construction approaches.
Las Olas & Residential Canals
Las Olas Isles, Rio Vista, Coral Ridge, and Harbor Beach all sit on Fort Lauderdale's extensive canal grid. JKT Marine works regularly on private docks, seawalls, and boat lifts in these neighborhoods.
Permits in Fort Lauderdale & Broward County
Marine construction in Fort Lauderdale requires permits from Broward County, the City of Fort Lauderdale in some cases, SFWMD, FDEP, and the Army Corps of Engineers. Fort Lauderdale's canal density and proximity to protected waterways makes permitting more complex than many other South Florida markets.
JKT Marine handles every permit for every project we take on in Fort Lauderdale. We know Broward County's requirements inside and out and manage the entire permitting process from initial filing through final inspection.
Fort Lauderdale Marine Construction FAQ
Do you work on canal properties in Fort Lauderdale?
Yes. JKT Marine works throughout Fort Lauderdale's residential canal system — including Las Olas Isles, Rio Vista, Coral Ridge, Harbor Beach, and Lauderdale Harbours. Canal properties have specific seawall, dock, and boat lift considerations and we have direct experience on these waterways.
Who handles the permits for marine work in Fort Lauderdale?
JKT Marine handles all permits — Broward County, City of Fort Lauderdale where required, SFWMD, FDEP, and Army Corps of Engineers. We manage every filing and inspection so you never have to deal with the permit offices directly.
Do you do commercial marina work in Fort Lauderdale?
Yes. JKT Marine provides full commercial marina construction and repair services in Fort Lauderdale — including dock repair, seawall replacement, piling work, and ongoing maintenance programs for marina operators and commercial waterfront properties.
Do you offer free estimates in Fort Lauderdale?
Yes. JKT Marine provides free on-site assessments throughout Fort Lauderdale and all of Broward County. We come to your property, evaluate the project, and give you a straight quote with no obligation.
Need a Dock Builder or Marine Contractor in Fort Lauderdale?
Call JKT Marine for a free on-site estimate. We serve waterfront homeowners and commercial properties throughout Fort Lauderdale and all of Broward County.