Lake living has always been about slowing down, relaxing by the water, and enjoying the natural beauty just outside your door. But today’s homeowners are blending tradition with innovation by embracing smart technology that makes lakefront life easier, safer, and more enjoyable. From solar-powered dock lights to water quality sensors, these advancements are redefining what […]
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Navigating the Challenges of Buying a Lakefront Home in Winter
As the winter season blankets the landscape in a serene layer of snow, the allure of lakefront living takes on a magical quality. However, buying a lakefront home during the winter months comes with its own set of challenges. In this blog post, we will explore the intricacies of purchasing a lakefront property in winter, […]
The 5 Best Design Elements to Consider When Designing a Lakefront House
Designing a lakefront house is a dream for many, as it offers a unique opportunity to blend natural beauty with architectural elegance. Whether you’re building a new lakefront property or renovating an existing one, the design elements you choose can significantly impact your enjoyment of the space and the property’s overall aesthetics. In this blog […]
Don’t Miss the Last Boat Show of the Season in New England!
Have you ever thought about owning a boat or personal watercraft? Or perhaps you need a new dock for your lake home? Then you can’t afford to miss the 2019 Worcester Boat Show! BIGGER THAN EVER FOR 2019! From March 15-17th, the DCU Convention Center will be filled with all the latest 2019 model boats […]
Docks and Ice – Can I Leave My Docks in?
Docks and Ice – Can I leave my docks in? by Joe McHale – Bestmade Products Inc. Probably not. But don’t leave yet! There’s still some important things to talk about! Yes, it’s true, up here in the north we have this little thing we have to deal with every year called ice. But you know […]
Would a Floating Dock Right Be Right For Your Lake Shore?
Floating docks are ideally suited to lakes where there is a mud bottom, fluctuating water levels or very water deep—but not where there is extreme wave action. They can be left in the water at your lakefront property during winter, provided that they are detached from the shore and towed to a protected area, such […]
Preparing Your Docks For Winter
by Charles Simola, TechniDock, Inc. Floating docks typically go in the water each spring, and come out of the water each autumn. When temperatures in an area drop below freezing, ice forms on lakes, rivers and other bodies of water. Ice can damage floating docks, so it makes sense to remove the docks before the brutally […]