Dock Decking Installation in Galveston & Houston, TX
Wood decking on the Gulf Coast rots, splinters and needs constant upkeep. Waterside Services replaces old dock decking and builds new docks with two low-maintenance options: solid glass-reinforced boards and open grated panels.
Two Decking Options for Your Dock
Owens Corning Marine Grade Decking
Glass-reinforced, 100% wood-free decking boards from Owens Corning Lumber (formerly WearDeck). They give you a solid, finished deck surface that won't rot or rust.
Rotproof and rustproof
Spans up to 24" on center, so less understructure is needed
Made in the USA
ThruFlow Grated Decking
Open-panel decking that lets water, sunlight and debris pass straight through. It's a smart choice for docks, walkways and marinas over the water.
360° surface texture for better traction
Sunlight reaches plants and aquatic habitat below
Water drains through instead of pooling
Which Dock Decking Is Right for You?
Not sure? Many docks use both: solid boards for seating areas and grated panels for walkways.
Owens Corning Marine Grade Decking
Surface: Solid boards
Look: Finished deck look
Water and light: Sheds water off the surface
Best for: Docks, piers and boathouse decks where you want a solid surface
ThruFlow Grated Decking
Surface: Open grated panels
Look: Industrial, see-through look
Water and light: Water and sunlight pass through
Best for: Walkways, marinas and docks over sensitive shoreline or vegetation
How a Dock Decking Project Works
1. Inspect
We check your pilings and framing. New decking needs a sound structure underneath.
2. Repair and Remove
We remove the old boards and repair or replace any damaged framing.
3. Install
We install your new decking to the manufacturer's specifications, then clean up the site.
Our Decking Partners
Owens Corning Lumber
Owens Corning Lumber makes GLAS-POWERED® Marine Grade Decking® and structural framing, the product line formerly known as WearDeck. It's 100% wood-free and made in the USA. We install Owens Corning Marine Grade Decking on docks and piers.
ThruFlow
ThruFlow makes premium open-panel decking for decks, docks, marinas and walkways, engineered for demanding outdoor environments. We install ThruFlow decking panels for our customers.
Dock Decking FAQs
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Usually, yes. If the pilings and framing are in good shape, we replace only the decking. If not, we repair the structure first so your new deck lasts.
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Both options resist rot, splintering and insect damage, and need far less upkeep than wood in a saltwater environment.
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ThruFlow panels have a textured surface designed for traction, and the open design keeps standing water off the walking surface.
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Ready for a Low-Maintenance Dock?
Tell us about your dock and how you use it. We'll recommend the right decking and give you a clear quote.