Owning a private jetty can be a great asset, providing you with your own personal dock and access to the water. However, jetty ownership also comes with responsibility – it’s important to regularly inspect your jetty and make sure it is in good repair.
Private jetty owners need to be aware of the condition of their jetty and when it might need repair. Here are some tips on how to tell when you need jetty repair. By keeping an eye on these things, you can avoid costly repairs and keep your jetty in good shape for years to come.
In this blog post, we’ll give you some signs to look out for that indicate your jetty is in need of some love. With a little care, you can keep your jetty looking and functioning like new for years to come. .
Here are some tips on how to tell when your jetty needs repair.
There Are Cracks and Other Minor Damages to the Piles
Jetties rely on piles for support. Piles can be made out of timber, concrete, or steel, but even steel has its limits in this environment. The salt water mixed with high humidity creates an adverse climate where rapid deterioration occurs, making steel susceptible. Dry-wet cycles are especially damaging to piles between the low and high-tide water levels.
The presence of cracks or corrosion in your jetty’s piles is an indication that it may be time for some maintenance. Ignoring simple cracks and minor damages can only make things worse like weakening of the piles structural integrity or other more severe problems.
Decay in the Decking Timber
The thing about decay in decks of wooden jetties is that it’s inevitable. With harsh marine conditions like strong waves and salt water striking these structures day in and day out, planks can become brittle or chip away easily enough for small cracks to appear much faster than expected. This just leads towards more obvious problems such as missing pieces. Eventually, entire sections may fail completely and cause accidents.
The Corrosion Is Starting to Show
You may have a beautiful wooden dock, but there’s still plenty of metal to worry about. Most likely the construction used galvanized or coated screws for support, but this does not mean they are impenetrable. Over time, screws and other metal parts can be stripped and replaced, making these metal surfaces vulnerable to rust.
If you notice more than a few rusty spots on your wooden deck, that is a good sign you will need jetty repair soon.
Visible Damage in Access Ramps and Steps
The condition of the access ramps and steps is critical to ensuring safety at your jetty. Ramps should be in full working order to prevent tripping accidents that may occur when they’re degraded or missing entirely. The slipperiness from the wet floor would make anyone lose their footing.
If you’re seeing any of these signs, it’s time to call a jetty repair specialist. Jetty damage can cause a lot of issues, not only for the people that are using it but also for the surrounding environment. We would be more than happy to come and take a look at your jetty and provide you with a free estimate on repairs.
Let us help you get your jetty back in shape so that everyone can enjoy it safely!
Call us on 0408 223 043 today.