Dock Tools

Here are some helpful dock tools for installation and removal of dock sections.

Driving Caps

Driving caps are used to transfer the blow from a sledgehammer to a pipe or post.


Handles

Handles may be used to more easily hold bulky docks. The longer “dock handle” hooks into decking, while the shorter “float handle” can hook on to a 2×6 stringer.


Leveling and Pulling

Leveling winches lend an extra hand during dock installs. The Jack Pole Extension allows you to adapt your winch for higher water. Meanwhile, the Pipe Puller expedites dock removal.


Other basic tools

That you may already have at home


9/16 Inch Wrench and Socket, a standard size used for our hardware.

8-Point Half Inch Star Socket, for the square head set screws that press into the pipe legs.

5 lb. sledge hammer.

A bubble level and plastic level floats

Framing Hammer

Large Screwdriver for deck panel latches.

Flat head screwdriver, for releasing J Brackets on aluminum stationary docks.

1/4″ Allen Wrench for other set screws we often use.

Water clothing and gear, such as boots, waders or wet suit, neoprene gloves, a hat, a mask and snorkel is useful.

Strong Magnet or a Rake, if tools are dropped

Waterproof Phone Case

Battery tools, charged up!

Pipe cutter

Rope