How Can Seawall Construction Improve Your Shoreline and Boating Experience? Seawalls are a common sight along the banks of lakes, ponds, and rivers. They are vertical or almost vertical structures that protect shoreline property and permanent pier installations from erosion. Not only do seawalls protect property from erosion and surging floods, they also reduce the impact of a boat’s wake. …
Holiday Gifts Your Boater Will Use on the Dock and in the Water
At the Dock or on the Water, these Gifts Provide Boaters Safety, Convenience, and Fun! The holiday season is here, and it’s time to start putting together your shopping list for your loved ones. Toys for the kids, something nice for your spouse—but what do you get the boater in your life? What is it that could help them have …
Winter Is Coming: Time for Pier Removal and Boat Winterization
Pier Removal and Winterization are Key to Surviving Another Chicago Winter As temperatures drop and the leaves change color, fall reminds us of that most iconic Game of Thrones quote: winter is coming. There’s a lot of preparation that needs to be done. Warm clothes to buy, holiday plans to make, money to start saving for gifts… but what about your …
Chain O’Lakes End of Summer Events [Infographic]
Kick Off Summer on the Chain O’Lakes with These Fun Activities! The summer may be winding down but the parties are not! The Chain O’Lakes has so many fun events planned for August and September you won’t know what to do with yourself! Get your boat ready and Captain Rod’s will give you a little tour of summer events on …
What Are Boat Lifts and Why Do I Need One?
Boat Lifts Are Key to Convenient Pier Access There aren’t many recreational activities that offer both thrills and relaxation quite like spending a day on the open water with friends or family. Whether you’re an owner, renter, or “that guy” who always bugs your friend to take out their boat, most of us have experienced the joys of boating. If you’re fortunate …
Spring is Here!
Here at Captain Rod’s Boat Lift and Pier Services, we believe there are two seasons – boating season and countdown to boating season. Guess which one we look forward to? Well it’s that time of year again. You’ve made it through a long Winter, patiently waiting for the snow to melt and the temperatures to rise. Now that Spring has …
Brews, Views and Bows – Lake Fun
Once again, the days grow longer, the air gets warmer, and you’re ready to finally get out on the lake after a long winter. But whether you’re a longtime boating enthusiast or a newbie to the Chain-o-Lakes scene, you might be wondering—what else is there to do on Fox Lake, aside from the obvious jet-skiing and fishing? Here are just …
A Boat Winterization Check List
As the boat season comes to an end it is important to start preparing your boat for the harsh elements of winter. The more effort that you put into the preparation in the beginning- the less time and money you will spend in repair once spring comes. It is best to consult and expert in boat winterization to do the …
