Frequently Asked Questions
Summit Pile Shield uses SnapJacket technology—a UV-protected PVC sleeve installed around damaged pilings and filled with marine-grade concrete. This creates a new, solid piling that kills marine borers, restores structural strength beyond original capacity, and extends lifespan indefinitely without removing existing pilings.
Yes! Summit Pile Shield can restore even completely broken pilings to their original strength or beyond. The SnapJacket encasement filled with concrete creates an entirely new structural piling that's stronger than the original wooden pile.
Summit Pile Shield typically costs 50-70% less than complete piling replacement. You save on material costs, labor expenses, heavy equipment rental, and avoid the disruption of removing existing pilings. We provide free assessments and transparent pricing.
No! That's one of the major advantages of Summit Pile Shield. The SnapJacket is installed around your existing damaged pilings without removal, eliminating crane costs, reducing labor, and minimizing dock disruption. Installation can even be done without disassembling the structure built on top.
According to Timber Council studies, marine pilings using SnapJacket technology will last indefinitely with proper installation. The UV-protected PVC and concrete encasement provides permanent protection from marine borers, rot, and environmental degradation.
Yes! When the concrete fills the SnapJacket, it kills all existing marine boring organisms in the wood. The PVC encasement then provides a permanent barrier preventing future marine borer infestation, protecting your pilings indefinitely.
Absolutely! Summit Marine Development handles all permit applications and regulatory approvals required for your piling restoration project. We ensure full compliance with local authorities and environmental regulations, so you don't have to navigate the permitting process.
Installation time varies by project size but is significantly faster than traditional replacement—typically days instead of weeks. The process doesn't require piling removal or major dock disassembly, dramatically reducing the timeline and disruption to your property.
Yes! Summit Pile Shield has a much lower environmental impact than traditional replacement. It eliminates the need to extract old pilings from the waterbed, reduces waste, minimizes site disruption, and uses durable materials that prevent future deterioration and replacement cycles.
Yes! We conduct professional inspections after installation to verify structural integrity, proper concrete curing, and that all work meets specifications. Our quality assurance process ensures your restored pilings provide the strength and protection you expect.