Docks, Boat Lifts, Seawalls, and Large-Scale Marine Construction

Residential & Commercial Marine Construction Experts Serving Southwest Florida Since 2003

From permitting and design to construction and long-term service, Stokes Marine builds waterfront projects designed for Southwest Florida conditions.

Residential

If you own a waterfront home, your dock is how you extend enjoyment of your property. We design and build custom docks and boat lift systems for your lifestyle that withstand Southwest Florida’s weather conditions, so you can get on the water faster with confidence that it’s done right.

Commercial

For HOAs, property managers, and municipalities, marine construction at this scale requires coordination, compliance, and reliable execution. Stokes Marine is trusted to manage complex waterfront projects with a focus on timeline, permitting, and long-term durability.

Licensed & Fully Insured

Professional marine contractor meeting all state and industry requirements

3D AutoCAD Design

See your ideas come to life with full renderings of your property before construction begins

Full In-House Service

Design, installation, permitting, and maintenance all handled by our own crews.

Exclusive Golden Boat Lift Dealer

Southwest Florida’s ONLY authorized dealer of Golden Boat Lifts

Bonding Capacity

Qualified to take on large-scale commercial and municipal construction projects

Who is Stokes Marine?

At the heart of our team is Brent Stokes who began servicing Fort Myers, Florida as a licensed marine contractor in 2003. Since then, Stokes Marine has grown exponentially in projects and service areas. Now, we serve families and manage large-scale commercial and municipal marine projects across Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Sanibel, Pine Island, St. James City, Bonita Springs, Punta Gorda, Alva and more.

Residential & Commercial Marine Construction Services Across Lee County

You have access to Fort Myers’ trusted experts for dock, boat lift, seawall, boardwalk, riprap shoreline protection, canopy installation, accessories and repairs. We manage every project from design to installation and maintenance.

Upgrade your waterfront home with a new dock, boat lift, seawall, canopy, and other accessories. We’ll handle the design, permitting, and install, so you can simply enjoy it.

Our highly efficient crews can handle projects of any scale. Municipalities trust us to complete full marina construction, boardwalk repair, dock reconstruction, and more.

From vinyl seawall to boat lift repairs, we have a dedicated service department available to maintain your waterway investment year-round.

What Our Clients Say

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   Nikole T 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Stokes did a phenomenal job putting in our new dock and lift! From sales and design (Eric) through install, every person we encountered were amazing. Eric suggested a kayak dock that makes it easier to launch and return. Great addition to our project. The men that came back to install the canopy were knowledgeable and cautious when moving our boat around. They provided good insight when explaining our options. We would highly recommend Stokes for all your dock and lift needs.
  
 
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   Gordon S 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Called twice, left number; finally called again and was told how busy they were, wanted my credit card number before they could help me , and It am a neighbor of part of the family;  looking for other contractor ; this needs to be erased, stokes called and cleared it up, thanks to Brent stokes!
  
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Worked with Phil LeBoutillier and Eric Sammet on a project to reconfigure our dock to accommodate a new boat.  Their crew came out last week and in a short period of time completed the renovations. The crew did a great job executing the plan perfectly.  They were very careful in keeping the area clean, their workmanship exceeded all expectations.  Thanks Stokes Marine!
  
 
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   Kevin K 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Just had Nick and Josh out to service our lift and make adjustments to the bunks.  They were incredible!  Made sure the boat was perfectly situated for us.  Definitely went the extra mile to ensure things were just right!  Thank you!!
  
 
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   Patti A 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Stokes did our courtesy docks at Fishermen’s  Village. Not only did they work fast but their staff was professional and created a safe environment within lots of construction and the walking public. Highly recommend Stokes.
  
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I can’t say enough good things about this company. The work crews were the best workers I have ever had  do work for me. They were courteous, respectful and great to deal with. They repaired my seawall and cleaned up everything….was neat and tidy when they left each day.
  
 
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   Tammy W 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had such a great experience working with Stokes. They designed and built our dock.  We collaborated with them and they listened to all
of our ideas trying to incorporate all aspects while still being within code. They had great insight into the design. We loved seeing the 3D renderings which were very helpful in making final decisions. The building process was great. Everyone was so polite and hard working.  We most appreciated them always showing up when they said they would and cleaning up when work was completed.  We highly recommend Stokes and would
gladly work with them again in the future.
  
 
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   John L 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The assessment and installation of the crew that came to help us in a neighborhood off Island Park road was amazing

Fair in their assessment of a new home we bought that needed repairs. We have no experience with this stuff and Eric Sammet came out and gave us a solid and fair assessment of what we needed and came and made the repairs very promptly and professionally…. There was work that needed done to our dock and lift that was still damaged from Ian and they told us what HAD to happen and what we could wait on!

Team was professional courteous and knew what they were doing!

I will definitely go to them in the future.

The crew that helped us out was Nate, Chris, Kenneth, and Mikle and of course the best EVER dock and boat lift sales Guy Eric Sammet!

Thanks again guys for all your hard work and job well done.
  
 
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   Greg W 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I'm new to the island and Stokes came highly recommend. Stokes is very prompt, knowledgeable, and goes the extra mile to get the job done.
  
 
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   Scott E 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We moved to Florida 7 months ago and our dock needed some servicing. Reached out to Eric at Stokes and he was fantastic. In no time, he had the guys out to the dock. They replaced some piling covers, some submerged wood framing and I couldn’t be happier. Nathan and the other guys are always courteous and always do a great job. Just had my lifts done for their six month service and that crew was great as well (I forget their names). I will always use and recommend these guys. The proof is in the results

Why Southwest Florida Trusts Stokes Marine Craftsmanship

For nearly 25 years, Stokes Marine has operated at a high-quality standard. Most docks, lifts, and seawalls aren't covered by insurance, so we build every project with long-term durability in mind. That’s why our clients choose Stokes Marine.

Proven to Last Through Hurricane Conditions

When Hurricane Ian made landfall in September 2022, it tested every structure on Southwest Florida’s waterways. Many of the docks we built survived. One of our clients said their 300-foot dock with three boat lifts made it through without a single loose board or screw.

Service that Goes Beyond Installation

Our relationship with clients doesn’t end when the crew packs up after a new installation. We have a dedicated service department that handles annual maintenance, repairs, and emergency calls. We stand behind our work long after a project is complete.

Experienced & Dedicated Contractor Team

Every project gets the same attention to detail. Our in-house skilled designers, experienced project managers, and dedicated construction crews work as one team. For you, this means fewer handoffs, clearer communication, and a high-quality finished product.

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Whether you’re looking for a dock builder in Fort Myers or marine construction in Cape Coral, we’re prepared to be your go-to marine contractor across southwest Florida.

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