Piers, Decks and Pilings

• Piers & Decks
• Boathouses
• Seawalls & Rip Rap

Piers, Decks, and Pilings

We provide custom pier and deck construction using composite board or wood. The addition of wood or rope handrails enhances the safety and aesthetics of your pier or dock.

• Composite board or natural wood decking
• Custom layouts for your waterfront property
• Wood or rope handrail options

Boathouses

Quality structures built to last. We work from existing layouts or design a custom boathouse for your property and your boats.

• Built from existing layouts
• Custom designs for waterfront sites
• Constructed for long-term use

Seawalls & Rip Rap

Reliable seawalls in wood or vinyl to hold the shoreline in place. Rip rap provides a natural-looking barrier that blends with the shoreline.

• Wood or vinyl seawall options
• Rip rap shoreline barriers
• Natural-looking shoreline protection

All Purpose Marine Construction is a marine contractor based in Gulf Shores, Alabama, building custom piers, decks, boathouses, seawalls, and pilings for waterfront property owners across the Gulf Coast. The company handles every stage of the build, from driving pilings and framing the structure through decking, handrails, and finishing details, delivering a finished dock or pier designed to suit the shoreline conditions and the way each family uses the water.

Working along the coast of southern Alabama means building in an environment where tides, storms, salt, and shifting sands shape every decision. Marine construction demands careful pilings, correct materials, and skilled crews, and the crew at All Purpose Marine Construction brings decades of hands-on experience in water-based construction to each project, from simple floating docks to substantial boathouses, boat lifts, and barrier-style seawalls.

Property owners choosing a marine contractor in Gulf Shores have a wide range of options to consider: fixed or floating piers, treated-wood decks, composite and wood pilings, custom boathouses, boat lifts, seawalls, and shoreline protection. Each option carries its own advantages in terms of durability, maintenance, and how it fits a particular stretch of waterfront, so the design conversation usually starts with the site, the water, and the intended use of the structure over the years ahead.

Investing in a well-built pier, dock, or seawall is a long-term improvement to a waterfront property, adding usable outdoor space, protecting the shoreline, and increasing the value of a home on the water. Because quality workmanship and correct materials matter so much in marine construction, it pays to select a contractor with proven experience, a clear understanding of coastal conditions, and a commitment to safety and quality on every job, whether a repair or a full custom build from the water up.

Residents of Gulf Shores, Saint Laurent, and the surrounding Gulf Coast communities rely on All Purpose Marine Construction for custom waterfront building, seawall and barrier work, and repairs to existing piers and decks. The process runs from an initial conversation about the property and the project through a detailed quote and construction schedule, giving owners a clear view of the scope of work, the materials involved, and the timeline before work begins on the water.