Dock Inspection by A Certified Electrician

We are pleased to offer a thorough electrical dock inspection to waterfront property owners here at the lake. Dock safety is one of our top concerns and priority. Our Dock inspections typically cost $125 for up to 2 wells. Larger docks are extra depending on size. All electrical issues found is subject to be scheduled for the next available date, if a solution can't be resolved in a timely matter.

We recommend every dock receive an annual inspection prior to each season. Any electrical shock drowning prevention you can do on your dock goes a long way. Please have your dock inspected by a professional dock service electrician. Details matter even if it isn't Connect Power doing the dock electrical services.

Some years ago, Ameren mandated dock owners have their dock inspected by the local Fire Marshall prior to selling their home or issuing a permit to own a dock here on the lake. It is a requirement by the Fire District in your area to have a ground inspection and code compliance certification done prior to their arrival. We offer that service with a thorough dock inspection. Giving you piece of mind your dock is safe and properly maintained and ready for the Fire Marshall's approval for final inspection.

If this is an older dock or you just, had it built, The Fire District records all details of your docks electrical system during inspection, checks it for code compliance and reports to Ameren for your permit you filed. All dock structures must be unlocked prior to their arrival, or they will fail the dock if not accessible.

A permit must be filed with the Fire District of your area if any electrical work has been modified. Maintenance of the existing electrical system can be subject to an inspection, however, most maintenance doesn't require an inspection. If uncertain call your local Fire District to be in compliance.

All our dock inspections include a comprehensive internal and external electrical / ground inspection and function certification. Dock electrical Code Compliance. Electrical source power for the dock from home or source will be inspected and tested for function. Each ground strap on the dock tested for earthing. Please be aware that ground rods do have a life span, and to properly function they need to be redundant.

We have solutions for any occurring electrical issues found. Even those ghost symptoms that happen randomly.

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Feel a Shock, Swim Away from the Dock

Never swim around a dock where breakers or GFCI's are tripping. Do not touch any part of the dock or adjacent docks if a tingle or shock is felt.

Swim or get away from the dock, cables, and attachments. Exit the water away from the source of the shock. If possible, swim to the shoreline and exit there.

Continually Inspect Docks

Water movement, freezing, and thawing can cause wear on your dock's electrical equipment. Monthly ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) testing of electric equipment and bonding wires is recommended. Have both the dock and the power supply to the dock annually inspected by a qualified electrician.

Fix Problems First

Never energize or re-energize, engage a breaker, or reset a GFCI while someone is swimming near the dock. Get the dock inspected and fixed before using or swimming nearby.

Electrical safety and water

Leisure time and water go well together, but water and electricity don’t! Bare feet and wet skin lower the body’s electrical resistance, meaning that the effects of an electrical shock on a person in or near water are likely to be more severe than in other places.

Winter draw-down: Protect your dock at Lake of the Ozarks

Winter at the Lake can take a toll on docks, from Ameren's annual Winter draw-down to frozen-over coves and heavy snow. However, dock owners can take a few steps to ensure their investment is protected for another season, especially as Ameren prepares to lower the Lake level over the next few months.

Lake and river level fluctuations occur for several reasons. At Lake of the Ozarks, Ameren Missouri generally lowers the water level during wintertime to about 654 feet above sea level—or six feet below the full reservoir level of 660 feet—to reduce the possibility of flooding during spring rains.

The Osage River level may fluctuate when Ameren Missouri's Bagnell Dam releases water to meet increased electricity demand. While the changing water levels are necessary to store water for flood control in the spring, as well as to supply the community's electrical needs, they can also put a strain on structures like docks.

“People need to prepare their docks for the draw-down,” said Alan Sullivan, Consulting Engineer for Ameren Missouri at Bagnell Dam. In order to avoid damage, dock owners are advised to follow a number of basic tips to winterize their structure:

All docks should be tested to ensure that they can safely rise and fall with the water levels: residents should check to make sure the dock isn't pinned or hampered by any stumps or objects and inspect all dock cables and bolts for loose parts or rust. Water lines should be drained, and boat lifts should be raised to ensure they are holding air.
Cables should be lengthened to allow docks to drop as the Lake or river levels drop. Hinges, pins, and other connections linking any remaining docks to seawalls or piers have the flexibility to follow water level fluctuations.
Dock owners should make sure that they have a proper deicer and that the machine is working properly. For example, agitators are typically meant for deeper waters, as they are designed to bring up warmer water from the depths to prevent ice from forming. In contrast, bubblers are made for shallower waters, because they use compressed air to disturb the water, preventing ice from forming in areas that lack a warm undercurrent.
Below the dam, dock owners should remove their docks from the Osage River before cold weather hits.