Serving Lake Cadillac, Lake Mitchell, and all of Wexford County — dock repair, installation, removal, and boat lift service from a team that knows these lakes.
Cadillac sits at the heart of two beautiful lakes — Lake Cadillac (1,118 acres) and Lake Mitchell (2,580 acres) — connected by a man-made channel first dug in 1874. Together they offer miles of shoreline and one of Northern Michigan's most active waterfront communities. Great Lakes Dock Works has been serving property owners on both lakes with professional dock and boat lift services for over two decades.
Lake Cadillac is shallower with a softer bottom in many areas, while Mitchell runs deeper and offers more protected coves along its eastern shoreline. Both lakes attract anglers and water sports enthusiasts who rely on their docks and lifts staying in top condition throughout the season. Whether you need a spring tune-up or a full new installation, we've got you covered.
The soft, silty bottom in the shallower reaches of Lake Cadillac means pipe docks need well-set footplates and careful leveling each spring — seasonal heave and settling are common. On Lake Mitchell's deeper sections near the channel, frame or crib dock systems can offer more long-term stability. The channel connecting the two lakes sees regular boat traffic, so docks near the channel mouth need to account for wake and current forces that open-water docks don't face.
Wexford County winters bring hard freezes and ice movement that can shift dock hardware and stress pilings. We inspect for frost heave, loose hardware, and frame damage as part of every spring installation so you're not surprised once the water warms up and everyone wants to be on the dock.
Two-lake knowledge, honest assessments, and over 20 years on Wexford County waters.
We work on Lake Cadillac and Lake Mitchell regularly and understand how the different depths, bottom types, and channel conditions on each lake affect dock and lift selection. One call covers both lakes.
Soft lake bottoms mean annual leveling isn't optional — it's necessary. We include a careful spring leveling and inspection with every installation so your dock isn't wobbly and uneven all season long.
We'll tell you if your dock needs full replacement or just a few boards and new hardware. We don't oversell, and we back our work with straightforward warranties and solid follow-through.
We serve Lake Cadillac, Lake Mitchell, and the surrounding Wexford County waterways. If your lake isn't listed, call — we likely cover it.
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Call (231) 227-8885"We bought a place on Lake Mitchell and the old dock was a disaster — rotted boards, loose hardware, leaning pilings. Great Lakes Dock Works came out, gave us a fair estimate, and had a brand-new sectional system in before Memorial Day. They even walked us through proper fall removal. Couldn't ask for better."
"Called them in late April when our lift motor died right as we were getting the boat ready for the season. They diagnosed the problem fast, sourced the motor, and had us back in the water within a week. Fair price, no runaround. We've used them for dock removal every fall since."
Yes. We work on both Lake Cadillac and Lake Mitchell regularly, as well as the channel connecting them. Both lakes have different bottom profiles and depths, and we tailor our dock and lift recommendations to each specific location.
Both lakes have generally soft, silty bottoms in shallower areas, making pipe or sectional docks the most common choice. Deeper, firmer spots near the channel may suit frame or crib dock systems. We assess your specific shoreline before recommending a solution.
We typically respond within 1–2 business days for estimates and aim to complete repairs within 1–2 weeks of scheduling during peak season. Call early in spring — our schedule fills quickly once ice-out happens.
Most seasonal pipe or sectional docks on both lakes do not require a state permit, but permanent structures may require EGLE review. HOA rules vary by subdivision. We can advise you on what applies to your specific project and location.
Call now or request an estimate online. We serve Lake Cadillac, Lake Mitchell, and all of Wexford County.
Call (231) 227-8885 — Free EstimateTell us about your dock or lift and we'll respond within 1 business day. Or call (231) 227-8885.
