Custom aluminum floating dock on a private lake — ExpressDocks residential dock system

Residential Dock Systems

The Last Dock
You'll Ever Buy.

Custom aluminum floating docks for private waterfronts. Factory-direct, ships to your driveway, assembles with basic hand tools. 50-year warranty.

Every Waterfront

Built for Every Residential Waterfront

Lake Homes

Calm water, private use, seasonal or year-round. Single Frame is the ideal choice — delivers commercial-grade construction at residential scale.

Recommended: Single Frame

River & Tidal Properties

Moderate current, tidal variation, or elevation change from shore to water. A gangway is often needed to handle the drop. Both tiers work well here.

Recommended: Single Frame + Gangway

Saltwater & Exposed Bays

Rough water, wave action, saltwater corrosion, larger boats. Double Truss is engineered for these conditions — same system used in commercial marinas.

Recommended: Double Truss

Product Tiers

Choose Your Build

All three use 6061-T6 marine-grade aluminum and carry a 50-year warranty.

Single frame residential aluminum floating dock

Standard Residential

Single Frame Dock

$60/sqft

Single-truss construction for calm to moderate water. The most popular choice for lake homes, river properties, and protected bays.

  • 50-year warranty
  • 6061-T6 aluminum frame
  • WPC composite decking (6 colors)
  • Hand-tool assembly
  • Ships palletized to your driveway
Design a Single Frame Dock →
Double truss heavy duty aluminum floating dock at luxury waterfront home
Saltwater Ready

Heavy-Duty Residential

Double Truss Dock

$75/sqft

Double-truss frame for rough water, saltwater, larger boats, and heavier loads. The same structural system used in our 110-slip Bronx Marina build.

  • Everything in Single Frame
  • Double-truss construction for higher loads
  • Rated for saltwater & exposed conditions
  • Handles larger boats & wave action
  • 50-year warranty
Design a Double Truss Dock →
Fixed aluminum dock at luxury waterfront home

Permanent Installation

Fixed Dock

$60/sqft

Pile-supported aluminum dock for stable water levels. Ideal where water depth and conditions are consistent year-round — no floats required.

  • 50-year warranty
  • 6061-T6 aluminum frame
  • WPC composite decking (6 colors)
  • Permanent pile-supported structure
  • Ships palletized to your driveway
Get a Fixed Dock Quote →

Every Order

What's Included

  • Custom 3D engineering & design (48-hr turnaround)
  • Factory build with photo-documented assembly guide
  • Palletized shipping — continental US, Canada, Caribbean
  • All structural hardware
  • 50-year warranty on the aluminum frame
  • Wade, our AI dock expert, available 24/7

Not Included

What's Not Included

  • Installation laborMost docks assemble with a small crew and basic hand tools — most buyers finish in one day. For larger projects, an ExpressDocks engineer can be on-site to oversee installation.
  • Anchoring systemVaries by waterfront type — we'll spec the right system in your quote.
  • PermitsRequirements vary by state and waterbody. We can advise on what's typically needed.

The Process

How It Works

01

Your Vision

A sketch, a photo of your waterfront, or just a description. That's enough to start.

02

We Design It

Our team engineers your dock to exact specs and sends you a full design for review before we build anything.

03

We Build It

Built in our factory, fully assembled and photo-documented. Quality-checked before it ships.

04

Delivered to You

Palletized freight to your driveway. Assembles at your waterfront with basic hand tools.

Real Customers

Real Residential Builds

"

I got quotes from local dock builders and couldn't believe it — they wanted $150 a square foot for pressure-treated wood. ExpressDocks came in at half that price for a far superior aluminum system. And the installation was so straightforward it actually made me laugh. Best waterfront investment I've made.

Jared D.
Nashville, Tennessee
"

We ordered over 35,000 square feet of dock for our 110-slip marina and the quality was bar none. I got estimates from local builders — they were offering inferior products at higher prices. What ExpressDocks delivered was on a completely different level.

Dave Schmidt
Bronx Marina, New York

Our Work

Residential Builds

Residential aluminum floating dock on a private lake
Custom residential dock with WPC composite decking
Aluminum dock system installed at private waterfront
Residential dock with gangway connection to shore
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Private waterfront aluminum dock installation
Custom dock design on residential property
Aluminum floating dock with WPC decking
Residential dock system with gangway
Factory-direct aluminum dock on private lake
Family enjoying their new aluminum floating dock
USA residential aluminum dock installation

Questions

Common Questions

How long does it take to get my dock?

We engineer your design in 48 hours. Production and shipping typically take 6–10 weeks depending on your location and configuration. We'll give you an exact timeline with your quote.

Do I need a contractor to install it?

No. Most residential docks are assembled by two people with basic hand tools — impact driver and wrenches. Your dock ships with a photo-documented assembly guide built from your exact design. Most buyers complete assembly in one day.

What's the difference between Single Frame and Double Truss?

Single Frame ($60/sqft) is our standard residential product — ideal for calm lakes, rivers, and protected bays. Double Truss ($75/sqft) has a reinforced frame for heavier loads, saltwater, exposed water, and larger boats. If you're on a rough or tidal waterfront, Double Truss is recommended.

Can I add a gangway later?

Yes. Gangways can be added at any time and are engineered to connect to your dock's structural tier. They're especially useful for properties with elevation changes, bulkheads, or significant tidal variation.

Does it work in saltwater?

6061-T6 aluminum is marine-grade and corrosion-resistant in saltwater. For saltwater or exposed coastal applications, we recommend the Double Truss tier for additional structural integrity.

What decking colors are available?

We offer 6 WPC composite decking colors: Teak, Walnut, Charcoal, Driftwood, Espresso, and Gray. All are UV-stable and marine-grade. Trex® decking is also available upon request.

Ready to Design Yours?

Free design tool. No sales call. Precise factory quote in 48 hours.

Or call us: 800-370-2285