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J and M Boatlift and Repair
15 dock, lift and seawall permits in Gateway
- Job mix
- docks 12, dock + lift 3
- Median job
- $16,600
- All permits tracked
- 15
- Finaled
- 80%
Where it works most: Gateway (15)
License SCC131153513 · Full profile
Gateway, Lee County
Dock & Seawall Contractors in Gateway, FL (2026)
Start with the work recorded near your Gateway address. This page connects dock, lift and seawall projects with the contractors named on their permits. Use the job mix to make a shortlist, then take the same description of your shoreline to each contractor so you can compare written quotes.
22marine permits in Gateway, last 12 months
$45,000median dock + lift permit
$20,000median seawall permit
$16,600median boat lift permit
What the permits show
- 22 marine permits were issued or filed in Gateway in the 12 months to October 2026.
- J and M Boatlift and Repair pulled the most dock, lift and seawall permits (15), followed by Gore Marine Construction and Kelly Brothers.
- Median permit values (Cape Coral + Lee County): dock with lift $45,000, seawall $20,000, boat lift $16,600.
- Permits here go through Lee County (Dock and Shoreline permit).
Marine contractors ranked by permits in Gateway
Gateway's table counts Lee County permits filed in ZIP code 33913. Permit volume measures local activity, not workmanship. Check the license and compare quotes before choosing from the most active contractors.
| 1 | J and M Boatlift and Repair | 15 | 3 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 15 | $16,600 | 80% |
| 2 | Gore Marine Construction | 5 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 5 | $26,800 | 100% |
| 3 | Kelly Brothers | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | - | 75% |
| 4 | Naples Builders | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | $10,000 | 100% |
Source: Lee County permit records (Dock and Shoreline permits) for Gateway ZIP codes (33913). Ranked by dock, boat lift and seawall permits issued or filed Nov 2025 - Oct 2026; all marine permits also counts lift covers and other marine work. Median job = the median value declared on the contractor's dock, lift and seawall permits here. Finaled = share of all its permits that passed final inspection or closed. How we rank.
The 3 most active contractors in Gateway
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Gore Marine Construction
5 dock, lift and seawall permits in Gateway
- Job mix
- docks 5
- Median job
- $26,800
- All permits tracked
- 5
- Finaled
- 100%
Where it works most: Gateway (5)
License CGC1526108 · Full profile
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Kelly Brothers
1 dock, lift and seawall permits in Gateway
- Job mix
- seawalls 1
- Median job
- -
- All permits tracked
- 4
- Finaled
- 75%
Where it works most: Cape Coral (3), Gateway (1)
License CGC1519780 ·
What docks, lifts and seawalls cost in Gateway
A deck replacement and a dock built on new pilings are different jobs. Before comparing the permit values shown here, decide which parts of your Gateway structure you intend to keep and which parts need inspection or removal.
| Job | Median permit value | Middle half of jobs | Permits | Data from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dock + boat lift | $45,000 | $29,600 - $64,800 | 618 | Cape Coral + Lee County |
| Dock | $18,600 | $12,500 - $26,600 | 17 | Gateway |
| Seawall | $20,000 | $14,000 - $33,000 | 545 | Cape Coral + Lee County |
| Boat lift | $16,600 | $8,360 - $25,200 | 176 | Cape Coral + Lee County |
| Lift cover or canopy | $2,490 | $2,280 - $6,280 | 475 | Cape Coral + Lee County |
Values are what contractors declared on public permits (job value at filing). They are local averages for information, not a quote: only a contractor who sees your shoreline can price your job.
Seawalls in Cape Coral and Lee County: a median of $240 per linear foot on 417 permits that state a length (middle half $184-$375); the typical wall was 80 feet.
- Separate new decking from piling work in every written scope.
- List lift capacity, motor, cables and canopy as distinct items.
- Have the contractor inspect shoreline access before pricing demolition and installation.
Keep reading
Gateway's dock median is a declared permit value of $18,615 across 17 dock permits. That is a record of values entered when those permits were filed, not an invoice or a price for your home. Read the source label beside each row: the other job categories use Cape Coral and Lee County records rather than the Gateway dock sample.
Give each bidder a description that starts below the deck. Ask what happens to existing pilings, what decking material is included, and how the old structure will leave the property. A quote for pressure-treated wood needs its own scope, just as a composite deck does. If a lift is part of the work, put its capacity and equipment on the same written request.
For a seawall, the length, panel material and removal of the old wall belong in the discussion before a price does. Show the contractor cracks, a leaning section or missing fill behind the cap. Also explain how equipment can reach the water. Only a contractor who sees the shoreline can price that combination of work; a median cannot settle those details for you.
Permits for marine work in Gateway
Lee County handles Gateway's Dock and Shoreline permits. Ask the contractor you hire to pull the permit, give you its number before work begins, and explain how you will confirm the final inspection before making the last payment.
Permit office: Lee County (Dock and Shoreline permit)
ZIP codes counted: 33913. Your contractor pulls the permit; you can look it up afterwards by address in the office's public permit search.
- Search your property address through Lee County's Accela Citizen Access.
- Match the permit description to the work in your contract.
- Keep the permit number with your contract and final payment records.
Keep reading
Open the county's public permit search with the Gateway property address. Dock and Shoreline permit numbers begin with DSH. The record shows a description, declared job value, status and licensed professional with a state license number. Use those fields to connect the application to the work you discussed. A contractor name on an old record does not replace checking the permit for your current project.
Make responsibility for the paperwork clear while the contract is being written. Contractors pull permits for their work. Florida allows an owner-builder permit for your own home, but that route puts the contractor's responsibilities on you. For a larger job, ask about the Notice of Commencement, which is recorded with the county before work starts and posted at the job site.
Do not close your project file just because the decking is down or the lift runs. Check the permit's final status before the last payment. In Lee County, a finaled record means it closed with a certificate of completion. Ask the contractor to show you that entry and retain the permit number so you can find the record again without relying on memory.
How to choose a marine contractor in Gateway
Look past the order of names and read the work categories. Gateway's small group includes dock-heavy records as well as a seawall entry. Match your project to the recorded work before you arrange visits or compare contract terms.
- Use the job mix to separate dock activity from seawall activity.
- Verify the contractor's name and license at myfloridalicense.com before signing.
- Request 3 written quotes that describe the same materials and removal work.
Keep reading
J and M Boatlift and Repair has 15 Gateway permits, including 12 docks and 3 dock-and-lift projects. Gore Marine Construction's 5 entries are docks. Those counts explain the dock emphasis in this table without telling you how either company will handle your property. For a wall project, read the seawall category itself instead of treating the largest dock count as a match.
Finaled share adds a different piece of information. It describes permits that reached the recorded final, rather than customer opinions or the finish of the work. Read it alongside the total tracked permits so a small set of entries does not carry more weight than it should. Then use Florida DBPR's lookup to check the license separately from anything shown in the ranking.
Put the same scope in front of each contractor and compare what is included, what is left out and how final payment is tied to the permit's final. You can pick up to 3 contractors through the quote form, and they will contact you to look at the job. The contractor you hire handles your contract, price, permit and construction work.
Waterfront conditions in Gateway
The Gateway count follows ZIP code 33913, not every property a contractor reaches in Lee County. Use it to find recorded activity close to your address, then describe the actual water and structure at your own lot during the visit.
- Bring photographs of the water side and underside of your dock.
- Point out any loose decking, worn lift parts or seawall movement.
- Use nearby town pages to compare activity beyond the Gateway count.
Keep reading
A town label cannot tell a contractor everything about the water beside your house. Explain whether the structure sits on a canal or other shoreline, how you use it, and whether passing boats create wakes. Where saltwater is present, salt and barnacles belong in the discussion about existing parts. Do not assume another Gateway permit describes the same conditions at your lot.
Walk through the older structure with the person preparing your quote. Sun wears decking and lift components, while cracks or lost fill behind a seawall cap need a closer look than a photograph alone can provide. If storms led you to start the project, identify the parts you want inspected. Keep those observations in your written request so every bidder addresses the same problems.
Fort Myers and Lehigh Acres are nearby comparison pages, with Villas and San Carlos Park also listed below. Their records can give you another view of contractor activity, but keep each page's source label attached to its numbers. For your Gateway job, the useful next step is a visit to the property with the boat details, access route and intended work ready to discuss.
How we rank contractors
Permits, not ads
We count the marine permits each contractor pulled, from the city and county permit offices' public records.
Named on the record
The contractor named on the permit gets the credit. You can look up any permit by address yourself.
Never paid placement
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Docks and seawalls in Gateway: common questions
Who has the most Gateway permits in this ranking?
J and M Boatlift and Repair has the largest Gateway count, with 15 permits. Its recorded mix is docks and dock-and-lift work. That tells you what appears in the permit files. Use the categories to match your project, then verify the license and obtain comparable written quotes.
Is the Gateway dock median a quote for my dock?
No. The $18,615 figure is the median value declared on the Gateway dock permits in the table. It does not describe the condition of your pilings, your decking choice or demolition access. A contractor needs to see your shoreline and define the work before pricing your job.
Why do some cost rows use records outside Gateway?
The dock row has a Gateway sample, while the remaining categories draw on the regional permit records named beside them. Keep that distinction when reading a dock-and-lift or seawall figure. The regional values provide context for planning questions, rather than a price attached to your Gateway address.
Where can I look up my Gateway marine permit?
Use Lee County's Accela Citizen Access and search the property address. You can check the description, status, declared value and licensed professional. Ask the contractor for the current permit number before construction, then return to that record to confirm the final before your last payment.
Should I request a seawall repair or replacement?
Describe the visible problem first: a crack, leaning wall or fill disappearing behind the cap. Have the contractor inspect the structure and state the proposed work in writing. A repair scope and a replacement scope need separate descriptions so you can see exactly what each quote covers.
What should I send with a Gateway quote request?
Describe the dock, lift or wall, add photographs, and explain how equipment can reach the water. Include your boat details if a lift is involved. Choose the contractors on the form so they can contact you about looking at the property and preparing their own written scope.
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