At Martin Docks, we understand that your dock is more than just a platform on the water to store your boat, it’s an extension of your lifestyle and a reflection of you. Our process is client-centric to ensure that your dock is tailored to meet your needs. From selecting a frame to choosing the right floor plan and decking, every step is designed to create a dock that is curated to enhance your lakefront living and make your vision a reality.
Visit us at our Gainesville or Hiawassee office, walk the display dock, and explore customization options in person. Contact us at (770) 536-0189 to build your dream dock today.
At Martin Docks, we take pride in being a beacon of American craftsmanship since 1956. Choosing our services means embracing a commitment to quality that is synonymous with the proud tradition of building right here in America. Our dedication to manufacturing docks on American soil goes beyond mere geography, it’s a promise of excellence, accountability, and support to local communities.
The cornerstone of our dock lies in the use of the largest and strongest main frame components, providing unparalleled stability in our docks. Unlike many other dock manufacturers that have “stick-building” operations and are purely focused on “manufacturing economics”, we stick to our heritage of building custom docks tailored to each customer’s lakefront needs and wants. Our technique focuses on quality, longevity, and durability. When you choose Martin Docks, you’re choosing a dock that stands the test of time – built strong so you can live easy.
Working with our team you will be able to select everything from the frame you want the dock built on to the type of roof style you want. This is a truly custom experience from start to finish. Our dock consultant will walk you through every step of the way building the dock of your dreams.
At Martin Docks, we pride ourselves on creating docks that stand the test of time, combining functionality with aesthetics. You can visit our showroom to explore samples and discuss how we can turn your dock dreams into reality. Your dock, your way – at Martin Docks.
Custom Boat Docks
Every Martin dock is 100% custom-built, designed around your shoreline, your boat, and how you use the water. Most of our custom aluminum and floating boat docks start from one of these four styles. Click any photo to view the gallery.
Double-Decker & Two-Story Docks
Add a second level to your floating dock and double your usable space. Our two-story boat docks feature full sundecks with railing — the best seat on the lake for entertaining, sunbathing, or watching the sunset.
Our Most Popular Covered Dock
A classic peaked roofline that sheds rain, shades your slip, and protects your boat from sun and weather. Gable roof boat docks pair naturally with most lakefront homes — and with our full range of roofing materials and colors.
Low Profile, Maximum Coverage
A four-sided roof with a lower profile and a refined, finished look. Hip roof docks deliver the most overhead coverage and superior wind resistance — a smart choice on open water and larger lakes.
Raised Center Roof, Premium Height
Our hip and a half roof takes the classic hip design and raises the center section for extra height, airflow, and a more architectural profile. It's the choice for taller boats, wakeboard towers, and homeowners who want their dock to make a statement on the water.
Open Floating Platforms
A simple, open floating platform dock — ideal for swimming, fishing, and kayak or paddleboard launching, or for coves and shorelines where a covered slip isn't needed or permitted.
Marinas, Neighborhood, & Shared-Access Docks
From marinas and community docks, Martin Docks engineers commercial-grade floating dock systems built for heavy daily traffic. Aluminum framing, wide gangways, and multi-slip layouts designed around your operation, and built to handle decades of use.
No Two Martin Docks Are Alike
Add slip configurations — single, double, or jet ski slips — aluminum framing, and dozens of decking options in wood, composite, PVC, or Martin Aluminum. Our dock consultants design every build around your shoreline.
G.H. Martin first began building floating boat docks in 1956. Over sixty years later, Martin Docks is still family-owned and carries on G.H.’s legacy by manufacturing the highest quality docks. Today, Martin Docks utilizes the best materials and the latest computer-aided design technology to produce custom docks that are truly built to last.
Your dock is more than just a structure – it’s a platform for your lake lifestyle. No matter what you enjoy doing on the water, we can design and build a dock for you. When we build a Martin Dock, we build it with your needs and wants in mind, using only the finest craftsmanship and quality materials around.
Built to last is not just a slogan, it is a way of life at Martin Docks. We learned long ago that to provide you with the very best, we needed to be the very best, and that’s why we control all aspects of our dock building process in-house, from dock design to fabrication and installation. We’re proud to say that our docks are built on fundamental principles of American well-built craftsmanship and that we’ve got a talented team of experts with decades of experience to make sure your dock investment provides you with a lifetime of enjoyment and memories for generations to come.
Your Dock, Your Way. No matter what you enjoy doing on the water, we can design a dock for you. When we build a Martin Dock, we build it with your needs in mind using the finest craftsmanship and quality materials around.
We can help make your dream dock a reality. Our expert sales staff can work with you to design and build the right dock for you.
We can install natural wood, composite, PVC, or Martin Aluminum decking. There’s a variety of colors and styles to fit any taste and budget.
Expand the enjoyable space on your dock with a sundeck. This space is perfect for entertaining or relaxing.
Our Clients appreciate us for our commitment to delivering top-notch dock systems, boat lifts, boat docks, PWC ports, rip rap, pathway & shoreline steps and waterfront accessories. From the durability of our products to the professionalism of our team, the testimonials highlight the positive experiences of our customers who have chosen Martin Docks for their waterfront needs.
Common Questions
Answers to the questions we hear most from homeowners planning a custom boat dock on lakes across Georgia and Western North Carolina.
We build custom floating boat docks in every major style — sundeck docks (double-decker and two-story docks), gable roof docks, hip roof docks, hip and a half roof docks, and open platform docks — plus commercial docks and HOA community docks. Every build features aluminum framing with your choice of single, double, or jet ski slips and dozens of decking options, and no two Martin docks are alike.
Martin Docks has been building custom boat docks since 1956 from two
Georgia locations: our Gainesville office (1740 Dawsonville Hwy,
770-536-0189) serving Lake Lanier, Lake Allatoona, and surrounding
waters, and our Hiawassee office (1994 US-76,
706-916-0189) serving Lake Chatuge, Lake Blue Ridge, Lake Nottely,
and Western North Carolina mountain lakes.
When shopping for a custom aluminum boat dock in Georgia, here are the four most important things to look for—and why Martin Docks sets the standard:
1. Proven Experience & Reputation
Choose a builder with decades of experience and a history of building in your lake community. With 70 years of expertise, Martin Docks brings unmatched craftsmanship and structural knowledge to every dock, from single-slip to multi-level custom builds.
2. A True Start-to-Finish Process
Look for a company that owns its entire process—sourcing quality materials, in-house design, engineering, fabrication, and installation. Martin Docks controls every step, ensuring consistency, durability, and customization options you won’t find elsewhere.
3. Knowledge of Lake Regulations & Permitting
Docks must meet specific guidelines depending on the lake. We have decades-long relationships with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, TVA, and local governing bodies, making the permitting process smoother and ensuring your dock meets all requirements.
4. A Physical Storefront & Materials Display
A reputable dock builder should have a storefront, shop, and materials showroom where you can see craftsmanship firsthand. At Martin Docks, we offer a full display dock, roofing samples, decking options, and hardware so you can compare materials before you buy.
With Martin Docks, homeowners receive trusted guidance, premium materials, and a dock built to last generations—backed by 70 years of industry leadership.
Custom boat dock pricing depends on size, dock style, roof type, slip configuration, and decking material — a simple platform dock costs far less than a double-decker dock with a sundeck and covered slips. Because every Martin dock is built to order, the most accurate way to price your project is a free consultation with one of our dock consultants. Request an estimate and we'll design around your shoreline and budget.
For most lakes, yes. Aluminum boat docks won't rust, rot, or warp, stay lighter and stronger than steel-framed docks, and require far less maintenance over their lifespan. Martin Docks builds on marine-grade aluminum framing, then lets you choose the deck surface — wood, composite, PVC, or Martin Aluminum decking — so you get the look you want on a frame built to last decades.
A floating boat dock rides on encapsulated flotation and rises and falls with the water — which makes it the right choice for TVA lakes like Chatuge, Blue Ridge, and Nottely and Corps-managed lakes like Lanier and Allatoona, where seasonal drawdowns can change water levels dramatically. Your dock stays level, usable, and secure through every season instead of being stranded by fluctuating water.
Yes — most lakes in our region require a dock permit from the TVA or the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and each lake has its own size, setback, and design rules. Martin Docks has worked within these regulations for decades and helps guide the permitting process, so your custom dock is designed to be approved for your specific lake from the start.
Absolutely — sundeck docks are one of our most requested builds. We design two-story boat docks with full railed sundecks that can double your usable space for entertaining and lake views, subject to your lake's permitting rules on dock height and footprint. Our consultants will confirm what's allowed on your shoreline before we design.
Yes. Martin Docks engineers commercial-grade dock systems for marinas, resorts, restaurants, and campgrounds, and designs HOA community docks with multi-slip layouts, day-use slips, swim platforms, and kayak launches sized to your neighborhood. We also assist with TVA and Corps of Engineers permitting for shared-access projects.
Timelines vary with dock size, style, permitting, and the season — demand peaks in spring and summer, so planning your build in the off-season often means faster turnaround. After your consultation, your dock is custom-manufactured at our facility and then installed on your lake, and your dock consultant will give you a clear schedule for each stage before we begin.
Call (770) 536-0189 or request an estimate or contact us. Located in Gainesville and Hiawassee Ga, we service lakes across North Georgia, North Carolina, and the entire Southeast. You can trust Martin Docks’ decades of experience for all your dock needs.
