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Local Business Review: Ethos Builders – The ‘Dock’ Doctor

Here on the scenic Kitsap Peninsula, surrounded by the picturesque waters of the Puget Sound, many homeowners are fortunate to have properties situated on the waterfront. For those with low bank or beach access, a private dock is a highly coveted feature. Boating is a popular recreational pastime in the Pacific Northwest, and having a dock makes private boating even more pleasurable and convenient.

However, the proper upkeep of personal docks can be a challenging task. The elements of nature can exact their toll on dock components, such as decking and hardware.

When the time comes for dock maintenance and repair, it can be a rather daunting process just trying to find someone who not only understands the unique aspects of dock construction, but also possesses the necessary skills to effect lasting repairs.

Ethos Builders LLC, a Poulsbo WA based company, is the one I recommend for such specialized job requirements. Owner Josh Phillips has developed a long-standing reputation in the area for quality workmanship and high customer satisfaction.

Ethos Builders LLC can also design and build your new dock project from start to finish. With their knowledge and expertise on permitting, environmental impact concerns, material choices, and proper construction standards, Ethos Builders LLC can help to make your dock dreams a reality!

So if you’ve been dreaming about a dock, or your dock is in need of its yearly physical, give Josh at Ethos Builders LLC a ring. He makes house calls!

Josh Phillips @ Ethos Builders LLC.  (360) 440-7399;    ethosbuilders@yahoo.com

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Rich Jacobson is a licensed real estate professional with Windermere Real Estate, providing knowledgeable empowerment and relentless representation for his clients of residential properties and vacant land throughout all of Kitsap County WA and portions of Pierce, Mason, and Jefferson Counties. You can also find him at KitsapLife.com, ActiveRain, and Crabbing in the Hood, or e-mail:  kitsapagent@gmail.com

 

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One of the great things about being a real estate agent and living on the Kitsap Peninsula in scenic Washington State is that you’re surrounded by water and some of the most breathtaking scenery in the Pacific Northwest

If you were familiar with the Puget Sound area you would know that it is one of the premier locations around the country for pleasure motor boating. From the Washington state capitol of Olympia, all the way up through the Strait of Georgia in British Columbia, boating enthusiasts are offered some of the finest waters and harbors in the world.

Here on the Kitsap Peninsula we have several excellent marinas:

Poulsbo – Poulsbo has three marinas: the first is Liberty Bay Marina, with no guest moorage; the second is Poulsbo Yacht Club with reciprocal privileges; and the third is the Port of Poulsbo Marina, right in downtown Poulsbo. You can moor at the Port Marina where there’s moorage for about 130 guest boats. A park and picnic area are right at the marina, which also has clean restrooms, hot showers and laundry, fuel float with gas and diesel, and a pump-out station.

Brownsville Marina – the Brownsville marina is about 3 miles farther south down from Poulsbo on the west side. There’s a great marina here with guest moorage for about 60 boats, restrooms, showers, laundry and a fuel float with gas, diesel and propane. There’s a deli with groceries, wines and marine supplies.

Port Orchard Marina – The Port Orchard Marina is one of Puget Sound’s most popular destinations. The Port Orchard Marina offers excellent facilities and services. Within walking distance are restaurants, antique malls, library, post office, banking services and marine supplies.

Bremerton - Located in downtown Bremerton, you are a short walk from the Puget Sound Navy Shipyard, the Naval Museum, and the historic Navy destroyer, U.S.S. Turner Joy. Bookstores, restaurants, marine supplies and gift shops are all within walking distance. Washington State Ferries offer service between Bremerton and Seattle.

Silverdale – Since 1920 the Port of Silverdale has been working hard to create a quality facility for Mariners. Our boaters will enjoy transient moorage complete with power, fresh water, vehicle/trailer parking, and deep water boat launch.

Kingston - The Port of Kingston currently has 262 permanent mooring stalls ranging between 24 and 60 feet in length. Water, phone service, electronic access and 30 amp power are available. Area shops, restaurants, and services are within walking distance. The Washington State Ferries also use this harbor for service across the Sound to Edmonds.

Driftwood Keys (Hansville) – This secured marina provides 20, 30 and 40 foot slips which may be leased as well as open moorage available for 2 to 3 days at a time. With a locked gate and ample tow parking, the paved boat ramp and auxiliary docks are available to launch your boat into the protected bay waters.

Two future marinas worth mentioning are Olympic View Marina in Seabeck WA, located on the eastern shore of Hood Canal, and Port Gamble Marina, just north of the Hood Canal Bridge. Olympic View Marina is a complete reconstruction project of the prior Seabeck Marina.

In addition, there are many state and county boat ramps and docks located throughout the peninsula. Check the following websites for more information:

Kitsap Peninsula Visitor & Convention Bureau

Kitsap County Recreation and Parks Department

Washington State Parks

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Rich Jacobson is a licensed real estate professional providing empowerment and relentless representation of clients throughout all of Kitsap County, and portions of Pierce, Mason, and Jefferson Counties. You can also find him on KitsapLife.com and his fun hobby blog, Crabbing in the Hood.

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