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How Much Does a Dock Cost? Part III: Size

Size is the last topic in our three-blog series to answer the question, “How much does a dock cost?”’ In two previous blog posts, we discussed decking and design as cost components. Size considerations for your project Cost is not the only thing affected as the size of your dock section increases or decreases. …

Ships ladder OSHA Code 1910.25 and IBC 1011.15 Code

Ships Ladder types, applications and IBC Code 1011.15 and OSHA Code 1910.25

10 Safety Precautions To Take While Handling Inert Gas System On Ships

As inert gas is asphyxiating, it can cause hazardous effects on ship personnel and can even lead to death. Ship officers must take extra precautions while dealing with inert gas and inert gas system on board ships. Learn ten safety precautions to take while dealing with inert gas system.

Rough Water Boating Tips

When you find yourself in big seas offshore, follow these tips to get home safely.

Car repairs: DIY, repair shop or dealer?

Consumer Reports breaks down when to try your hand at repairs and when to call a pro

Questions To Ask at an Auto Repair Shop

Ask these questions next time you're looking for an auto repair shop to help parse the good from the bad.

Finding a Quality Auto Repair Shop

Everybody knows how costly auto repair bills can be. Knowing full well the prices that you pay for services required, it is imp...

Finding a Good Shoe Repair Shop

Our ratings tables will help you find area shops that offer top-quality shoe repairs at reasonable prices.

When It Comes to Car Repair: DIY, Repair Shop or the Dealer?

More and more people are trying to keep their current car on the road longer. Consumer Reports breaks down when to try your hand at repairs and when to call a pro.

Are Repair Shops Contaminating Hydraulic Components?

We are becoming increasingly concerned with contamination (particles and moisture) of equipment and the need to set cleanliness standards for our oils to achieve better equipment reliability. Whenever

5 Questions to Ask Your Auto Repair Shop

Most of us have been taught by our fathers to be weary of car repair. Because if you don’t have car knowledge, it could be costly. A way to avoid learning everything about your car, is to find an auto repair shop you can trust. Do some research before you take your car in for collision damage or maintenance and repairs, and you’ll find that you’ll get quality work and ease of mind.

4 Things Transmission Repair Shops Can Do

Transmission repair shops can fix known problems and can inspect and look for suspected problems. Here are four of the major things that transmission repair shops can do.

5 Steps to Finding a Great Auto Repair Shop

Here are five things to consider when looking for a good mechanic and how to build a solid relationship with him or her once you do find that person.

Is Your Automotive Service and Repair Shop Certified?

In a recent study of several hundred people, the question was asked, “Does the auto shop you use have certified technicians?” The vast majority said they assumed that they were. The shop you use ma…

Marketing Ideas For Your Auto Repair Shop

Marketing Ideas For Your Auto Repair Shop like SEO, reputation marketing, web design, social media, Google Maps, video marketing getting 5 star reviews.

Find Local Auto Repair Shops

Find a local auto repair shop or dealership. We help you find a repair shop you can trust and ensure you never pay more than you should.

Five New Nautical Prefix Suggestions

How do we make nautical charts?

Making and updating nautical charts is a continuous process that involves many people from different disciplines and organizations.

Looking For A Repair Shop You Can Trust?

Consumer Reports just came out with their latest, Annual Auto Survey, on car repairs.

Is Your Body Shop Equipped for Aluminum Repair Demand?

With more aluminum vehicles on the road, the opportunity to perform repairs on this metal has increased substantially. What's pulling into your lot these days? And are you prepared to service aluminum vehicles?