Serving the Mississippi Gulf Coast

BOATHOUSE & BOAT LIFT INSTALLATION

PROTECT YOUR BOAT.

ENJOY YOUR WATERFRONT.

Custom boathouses and professionally installed boat lifts designed around

your vessel, property, and Mississippi Gulf Coast conditions.

✓ Free On-Site Consultation

✓ Premium Marine-Grade Materials

✓ DMR Permitting Guidance

BETTER PROTECTION. EASIER WATER ACCESS.

KEEP YOUR BOAT PROTECTED AND READY TO USE.

Constant exposure to sun, rain, salt air, changing tides, and water can increase

wear on your boat. A custom boathouse helps shelter the vessel, while

a properly selected boat lift keeps it elevated and easier

to access from your waterfront property.

Designed Around

  • Boat length, beam, weight, hull design, fuel, and gear

  • Water depth and tidal range

  • Existing pilings, dock, slip, or boathouse

  • Property and equipment access

  • Boarding height and roof clearance

  • Permitting and site limitations

Why Homeowners Choose a Boathouse & Boat Lift

01

Protection from Sun and Rain

A roofed boathouse helps reduce everyday exposure to sun, rain, and coastal weather while the vessel is stored at the property.

02

Keeps the Boat Out of the Water

A properly selected lift raises the boat when it is not in use, helping reduce hull fouling, marine growth, and unnecessary water exposure.

03

Faster, Easier Access

Keep your boat at your waterfront property and ready for the next trip without relying on off-site storage or repeated trailering.

04

Designed for Your Vessel

The boathouse layout and lift selection are planned around the boat’s verified dimensions, weight, boarding needs, and operating conditions.

05

Improves Waterfront Function

A coordinated boathouse and lift create a dedicated area for boarding, storing gear, and organizing everyday waterfront use.

06

Custom Fit to Your Property

Every project is planned around water depth, tides, access, existing structures, approved footprint, and the owner’s goals.

What We Build and Install

CUSTOM BOATHOUSES BUILT AROUND YOUR WATERFRONT

GCMC plans each boathouse around the vessel, site conditions, property access, roof clearance, boarding needs, and the approved project scope.

Boathouse Structure

  • Treated lumber selected by exposure, from 2.5 CCA through .80 CCA, with higher treatment used in frequent saltwater/water-contact areas

  • Structural framing sized for the boathouse layout and coastal conditions

  • Decking options include 2x6 treated lumber, ThruFlow, or composite

  • Hip or gable roof designs with metal or shingle roofing; metal roof colors commonly include white, green, and black, with special-order colors available

  • Hurricane straps plus stainless-steel and galvanized hardware selected for the approved scope

Boat Lift Selection and Installation

GCMC’s preferred lift brand is QABL - Quality Aluminum Boat Lifts. Lift selection begins with the boat’s verified operating weight, length, beam, hull configuration, fuel, gear, planned use, water depth, and mounting conditions. GCMC can install top-mount, elevator, standard 6,000-lb and 12,000-lb systems, plus larger custom-capacity systems as needed. The final system and capacity are documented in the written estimate and manufacturer specifications.

  • Lift selected for the verified vessel specifications

  • Mounting and support configuration planned for the structure

  • Cables, pulleys, cradle or support components, motors, and controls as specified

  • Final setup and basic operating review at the walkthrough

THE GCMC DIFFERENCE

Local specialists. Clear communication. Quality construction.

Commercially Licensed Marine Construction

GCMC holds a commercial license for marine construction and focuses its work on waterfront construction, access, and coastal conditions.

Local Expertise

Knowledge of Mississippi Gulf Coast waterways, soils, tides, erosion, and storm conditions.

Boat and Site Evaluation

Recommendations begin with the vessel, waterfront property, existing structures, and project goals.

Coordinated Boathouse and Lift

The structure and boat lift are planned together so clearances, boarding access, mounting, and everyday operation work as one system.

Detailed Written Estimate

The customer receives a written description of the included scope, equipment, installation, options, and exclusions.

One Point of Contact

One experienced team from the first consultation through final completion.

WHAT TO EXPECT

A STRAIGHTFORWARD PATH
TO A
BETTER WATERFRONTACCESS.

01

Free Consultation

02

Property Evaluation

03

Detailed Estimate

04

Permitting Assistance

05

Professional Construction

06

Final Walkthrough

WORKMANSHIP WARRANTY

Confidence after installation.

Every GCMC-installed vinyl bulkhead includes a 1-year workmanship warranty. Ask our team for the standardized written warranty terms that apply to your project.

COMMON QUESTIONS

PLAN WITH CONFIDENCE.

Your free site visit gives us the information needed to

recommend the right approach.

What is included in a custom boathouse?

The final scope may include structural pilings, framing, roof coverage, decking or access areas, and an integrated boat lift. Every project is customized after an on-site evaluation.

Can GCMC build the boathouse and install the boat lift together?

Yes. The structure, clearances, access, and lift equipment can be planned as one coordinated project around the vessel and property.

How is the correct boat lift capacity determined?

Lift selection begins with the boat’s verified operating weight, length, beam, hull design, fuel, gear, and intended use. The final capacity follows the selected manufacturer’s requirements.

Can a boat lift be installed in an existing structure?

It may be possible when the existing pilings, framing, dimensions, electrical service, water depth, and permit history are suitable. A site evaluation is required.

Do I need permits for a boathouse or boat lift?

Most waterfront projects require authorization before construction. Requirements depend on the property, waterbody, footprint, and scope. GCMC manages DMR permitting and assists with other required permits, with project-specific responsibilities confirmed in the written estimate.

What materials are used for boathouse construction?

GCMC uses treated lumber from 2.5 CCA through .80 CCA depending on exposure, with higher treatment in frequent saltwater/water-contact areas. Decking may be 2x6 treated lumber, ThruFlow, or composite. Roofing may be metal or shingle, with hurricane straps and stainless-steel or galvanized hardware as appropriate to the approved scope.

Can I choose the roof style and finish?

Yes. GCMC offers hip and gable roof styles, with metal or shingle roofing. Common metal roof colors include white, green, and black, with special-order colors available. Final selections depend on the site, approved design, permitting requirements, material availability, and written project scope.

What affects the cost?

Cost depends on boathouse dimensions, pilings and foundation requirements, water depth, access, roof system, decking, lift type and capacity, electrical scope, demolition, permits, and selected options.

How long does construction take?

The schedule depends on permitting, final design, material and equipment availability, site access, weather, water conditions, and project complexity. GCMC provides a project-specific schedule after the scope is confirmed.

Who handles electrical service for the lift?

GCMC performs the boathouse-related electrical work that is included in the approved project scope. The written estimate identifies the electrical work included for that specific project.

What maintenance does a boat lift require?

Owners should follow the lift manufacturer’s instructions and periodically inspect cables, pulleys, fasteners, motors, controls, bunks, and structural connections. Unusual noise, uneven lifting, or visible wear should be checked promptly.

Are boathouses and boat lifts suitable for saltwater locations?

They can be designed for coastal environments when appropriate materials, equipment, hardware, and maintenance practices are selected for the property’s exposure and manufacturer requirements.

Where does GCMC provide this service?

Gulf Coast Marine Construction serves Ocean Springs, Gautier, Pascagoula, Moss Point, Biloxi, D’Iberville, Gulfport, Long Beach, Pass Christian, Bay St. Louis, Diamondhead, and surrounding waterfront communities across Jackson, Harrison, and Hancock Counties.

Why choose Gulf Coast Marine Construction?

GCMC specializes in Mississippi Gulf Coast marine construction and offers local waterfront experience, premium marine-grade materials, DMR permitting assistance, professional workmanship, honest communication, reliable scheduling, and locally owned service.

LOCAL COASTAL EXPERTISE

PROUDLY SERVING THE
MISSISSIPPI GULF COAST.

Ocean Springs · Gautier · Pascagoula · Moss Point · Biloxi · D’Iberville · Gulfport · Long Beach · Pass Christian · Bay St. Louis · Diamondhead · Gulf Hills

Biloxi, MS, USA

GULF COAST
MARINE CONSTRUCTION LLC

Locally owned marine construction specialists serving the Mississippi Gulf Coast with vinyl bulkheads, docks, boat lifts, and complete waterfront solutions.

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Monday-Friday
8:00 AM-6:00 PM
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Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday
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