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WE'RE EXPERTS

For more than three decades, Dale’s Marine Construction hase worked tirelessly to become a leader and expert in marine construction.

WE'RE PROFESSIONAL

Each member of our team is committed to customer service. We want to not only meet our client’s expectations, but to also far exceed them as exemplified by our professional, friendly, and hard-working team.

WE'RE ECO-FRIENDLY

We are committed to adhering to or exceeding the guidelines set forth to protect the natural environments and minimize the impact from construction projects.

WE'RE TRUSTED

Our commitment to quality is at the forefront of every project we do. By building a strong rapport with our customers, we are able to build upon our reputation to encourage others to entrust us with their projects.

WHAT WE DO

Founded by Dale Hickman in 1990, Dale’s Marine Construction is passionate about creating waterfront structures and shoreline protections. Whether it is a small, individual project or a large-scale, corporate design, we work hard to help you create a plan that will satisfy your needs or wants for the space.

  • Quality Workmanship and Superior Knowledge
  • A Job is Done on Time and on Budget
  • Proven Results for Setting Exceptional Standards
  • Professional Service for Private and Commercial

OUR SERVICES

With more than 30 years of experience, Dale’s Marine Construction provides a broad range of services in construction projects, including piers, docks, boathouses, boat lifts, marinas, sea walls, riprap, boardwalks, dune crossovers, beach pavilions, and more. Currently our service area is inclusive of only Escambia and Santa Rosa counties in the Florida Panhandle. 

    • PIERS & DOCKS

      Constructing piers and docks with materials that suit environmental conditions, while staying within budget.

    • BOATHOUSES & BOAT LIFTS

      Designing, building, and installing boathouses and boat lifts to safely house and store your boat.

    • SEAWALLS & RIP RAP

      Providing coastal defense and erosion options through seawalls and riprap.

    • MARINAS

      Creating, remodeling, or enhancing both small and large-scale marinas to best meet the customer’s desires and needs.

TESTIMONIALS

  • "I want to take a moment and tell you what a wonderful experience I had working with your company in construction of my dock, seawall stairs, and custom kayak rack. Each person I worked with was helpful, knowledgeable, punctual, and so nice... I could not have hoped for a more professional team. Thank you for your exemplary service and professionalism."

    KELLY G.
    EXEMPLARY SERVICE AND PROFESSIONALISM
  • "Thank you again for such a high-quality job. It was truly a pleasure to work with your company. What a great combination: talented people, quality work, and quality material. Very Impressive!!"

    JANE T.
    A PLEASURE TO WORK WITH YOUR COMPANY
  • "Everyone at Dale's Marine Construction are dedicated to doing their best for their customers... Everyone at DMC has an unequaled sense of pride in their work, and it shows in all that they do! Taking a customer’s idea or vision and bringing it to life is the 'bread and butter' of DMC’s talents..."

    TONY M.
    TAKING A CUSTOMER'S IDEA OR VISION AND BRINGING IT TO LIFE

MEET OUR TEAM

Led by industry experts, our team at Dale’s Marine Construction is committed to helping our customers achieve their project goals, producing unmatched builds, and ensuring that we follow all guidelines and regulations for marine construction.

    • DALE HICKMAN

      DALE HICKMANFOUNDER & PRESIDENT

      Dale Hickman founded Dale’s Marine Construction in 1990 and takes pride in designing projects that exceed each client’s expectations.

    • BILL FRANKLIN

      BILL FRANKLINGENERAL MANAGER & ESTIMATOR

      Bill Franklin joined the DMC team in 2004 and works diligently to provide exceptional customer service, as well as strong leadership internally.

    • DALE’S MARINE CONSTRUCTION

      DALE’S MARINE CONSTRUCTIONMEET OUR TEAM

      We have a dedicated team of professionals, both in the field and in the office, who are committed to helping our customers have the best experience.