What We Do
Marine Construction Services
Piers, bulkheads, riprap, boat lifts, dredging, and welding — built right the first time.
Built for the Chesapeake. Built to Last.
The owner of Pepper Marine Works has spent over 20 years on the water as a waterman — he knows this bay, these tides, and these shorelines from the inside out. That hands-on experience, combined with 20 years of welding and general marine work, is what he brings to every project. Pepper Marine Works has been operating as a licensed marine construction company for 3 years, serving homeowners, property managers, marinas, and commercial clients across Maryland's Eastern Shore.
Whether it's a single dock repair or a full shoreline restoration, every job gets the same level of craftsmanship — from someone who's made his living on this water his whole career.
New builds & repairs
Pier & Dock Construction
From new pier installations to full dock replacements and structural repairs, we build for the conditions of the Chesapeake — tidal fluctuation, ice, and heavy boat traffic included.
- New pier and dock construction
- Deck replacement and structural repairs
- Piling replacement and sister-piling
- Floating dock systems
- Gangways and ramps
- ADA-accessible dock design
Shoreline protection
Bulkhead & Seawall
A failing bulkhead puts your property at risk. We install, repair, and replace vinyl, steel, and timber bulkheads — and we handle the permitting with MDE and Army Corps so you don't have to.
- Vinyl sheet pile bulkhead installation
- Steel and timber bulkhead repair
- Deadman anchor and tie-rod systems
- Seawall cap and coping work
- Permit coordination (MDE & Army Corps)
- Emergency stabilization
Stop erosion in its tracks
Riprap & Shoreline Stabilization
Riprap is one of the most effective and low-maintenance ways to protect an eroding shoreline. We grade, filter-fabric, and place stone to match your property's exposure and tidal conditions.
- Riprap installation and repair
- Filter fabric and base preparation
- Living shoreline integration
- Grading and slope stabilization
- Permit coordination
- Maintenance and stone replacement
Installation & service
Boat Lifts
We install, service, and repair boat lifts for vessels of all sizes — from personal watercraft to large cruisers. Proper installation protects your boat and your dock structure.
- New boat lift installation
- Lift removal and reinstallation
- Motor and cable replacement
- Cradle and bunk adjustment
- PWC and jet ski lifts
- Annual service and inspection
Restore your water depth
Dredging
Sediment buildup is a fact of life on the Chesapeake. We dredge boat slips, channels, and coves to restore navigable depth — and we coordinate spoil disposal and permitting from start to finish.
- Boat slip and marina dredging
- Channel and cove dredging
- Spoil disposal coordination
- Pre-dredge survey and planning
- MDE and Army Corps permitting
- Hydraulic and mechanical dredging
20 years of marine metalwork
Welding & Structural Repairs
With 20 years of welding experience, the owner handles structural steel, aluminum fabrication, and marine hardware repairs that other contractors won't touch. If it's metal and it's on the water, we can fix it.
- Structural steel and aluminum welding
- Dock hardware and bracket fabrication
- Piling cap and cleat repair
- Boat lift frame and component welding
- Custom marine metalwork
- Underwater and tidal-zone repairs
Commercial Work
Marinas, Municipalities & Commercial Properties
We work with marina operators, waterfront businesses, and municipal clients on larger-scale projects — bulkhead replacements, multi-slip dock systems, dredging programs, and ongoing maintenance contracts. Call to discuss your project scope.
Not sure what your shoreline needs?
We offer free site visits across Maryland's Eastern Shore. Walk the property with us and get a straight answer about what the work involves — no obligation.