Pontoons

How to Prevent Damage to a Pontoon Dock

How to Prevent Damage to a Pontoon Dock

As a waterfront property owner, your pontoon dock is a convenient way to enjoy the water and an investment in your property. At Micks Marine Maintenance, we know that proper maintenance and...

Is a Pontoon Dock Safe?

Is a Pontoon Dock Safe?

As a pontoon dock owner in South East Queensland or Northern New South Wales, you may have heard some horror stories about pontoon docks and their potential safety risks. As an...

How to Best Secure Boats to a Pontoon

How to Best Secure Boats to a Pontoon

While pontoons can be used for various applications, they primarily offer mooring for boats. If you're one of the many waterfront homeowners with a pontoon installed for this purpose, then...

A Quick History of Boat Docks – From Primitive Jetties to Modern Pontoons

A Quick History of Boat Docks – From Primitive Jetties to Modern Pontoons

As the owner of Micks Marine Maintenance, I've seen a lot of docks and pontoons in my time. From primitive jetties to modern pontoon docks and gangways, it's incredible to see how far boat...

10 Things You Didn’t Know About Pontoon Docks

10 Things You Didn’t Know About Pontoon Docks

Pontoon docks are wonderful things, and I'm not just saying this because they're our bread and butter. While on the surface, they may look like a simple solution to a problem, there's...

How to Ready A Pontoon For Bad Weather

How to Ready A Pontoon For Bad Weather

As a company that specialises in pontoon dock repairs and maintenance, I’ve seen firsthand the damage that bad weather can do to a pontoon dock. Even the most robust pontoons are not...

Your Guide To Pontoon Dock Shapes & Design Options

Your Guide To Pontoon Dock Shapes & Design Options

I bet you haven't thought much about a pontoon dock's design or shape. You may simply be interested in installing a pontoon dock on your waterfront home, and not what it looks like or its...

The Ultimate Glossary of Terms About Pontoon Docks

The Ultimate Glossary of Terms About Pontoon Docks

Pontoon docks are a specialised type of floating dock commonly used in residential settings as a jetty alternative. They comprise a series of connected components to form a stable...

Top 9 Benefits of a Pontoon Dock

Top 9 Benefits of a Pontoon Dock

If you're lucky enough to live on the waterfront, then there's a good chance a pontoon dock is on your wish list. Pontoon docks are an excellent way to extend your living space and enjoy...

How to Replace Damaged Gangway Decking on a Pontoon Dock

How to Replace Damaged Gangway Decking on a Pontoon Dock

A gangway is a structural element of a pontoon dock that serves as a walkway between the dock and the water. It is typically made of aluminium or a combination of aluminium and timber...

9 Reasons NOT To Invest in a Jetty

9 Reasons NOT To Invest in a Jetty

Gold Coast homeowners are continually looking to improve their property. If you're a waterfront homeowner, installing a jetty is one such improvement you may be considering. While a...

Pontoon vs Jetty – Which Is Best for Your Home

Pontoon vs Jetty – Which Is Best for Your Home

If you're a waterfront homeowner looking for docking solutions, you may wonder if a pontoon or jetty is the best option for your property. Alternatively, you may already have a pontoon or...