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Built for the Lake Life

How Fineline Lakeshore Service makes lake life easy with quality shoreline and dock service

I think most people would agree that summers in Minnesota are best spent on or near the lake. And whether you love to fish, swim, paddleboard, or kayak, it’s no secret that a well-designed and durable dock is the best way to access the water. 

Fineline Lakeshore Service, founded in 1990 by Joe Bridge and Jeff Voorhees, is a quality dock services company providing dock sales, installation and removal, riprap, and barge services for Lake Minnetonka and surrounding areas.

With over two decades of experience, Fineline Lakeshore Services co-owner Jesse Johnson is on a mission to help people enjoy their time on the water by simplifying dock installation/removal and shoreline maintenance. 

“Dock installation can be labor-intensive and time-consuming, as the lake bottom and water depth vary greatly throughout Lake Minnetonka,” Jesse says. “Fineline knows the lake and many different shoreline variations better than any other dock company.”

While lake life is in full swing by now and you may have your dock installed already, there’s still plenty that Fineline can do to maintain your dock and shoreline well into the future.

With their dock installation and removal services, Fineline ensures a quick and efficient service, all while protecting your equipment and shoreline. With over 75 years of combined experience between the owners of Fineline, they are equipped to handle everything from seasonal dock transitions to permanent installations in any water condition. 

Jesse’s older brother, Dan Johnson, is another partner at Fineline, helping to provide clients with the highest-quality dock systems on Lake Minnetonka. “It’s so nice to work with my brother,” says Jesse. “And I couldn’t do it without the support of my stay-at-home wife, Jackie, my 16-year-old son Sydney, and my 6-year-old daughter Isla. They are the highlight of my life.”

So, come this fall when you’re getting ready to remove your dock or next spring when you want to install it again, the team at Fineline can simplify the process.

In addition to your dock installation or removal, Fineline’s riprap service provides essential shoreline protection. “Shoreline riprap not only beautifies your lakeshore investment but controls erosion as it keeps your land from washing into the lake,” Jesse explains. 

A testament to Fineline’s expertise and reliability can be seen at various apartment buildings, condos, and neighborhood associations where the company has serviced large commercial docking systems. 

Some of Fineline’s commercial clients include Woodend Shores Association, Locust Hills of Grays Bay, Lafayette Ridge, Bayshore, Lakewinds Condos, and Bayview Apartments.

In addition to the services Fineline offers, the company sells docks, boat houses, boat lifts, and accessories. 

Built with stability, durability, and longevity in mind, Fineline’s dock selections include TonkaDock (cedar), PolyDock (polyethylene), ThruFlowDock (polypropylene), and PilingDock (green-treated materials).

Each dock type is designed to withstand the elements and years of use, and every component of the dock is built to exceed expectations, delivering reliability, functionality, and a touch of class to your lakeside experience.

Like the docks, Fineline’s boat houses and lifts are high-quality, reliable additions to your dock or lakeshore. The boat houses are customizable, with the width, height, and canvas colors tailored to your needs and preferences. 

The boat lifts come in a variety of lift styles and weight capacities to ensure your watercraft remains secure and allows for convenient access whenever you decide to take your next trip on the water.

Whether you’re looking to invest in a new dock or have one installed/removed, Jesse and the team at Fineline are always willing to help. While the installation techniques have evolved over the years, the final product has remained the same: secure, reliable, and top-notch shoreline services.

Learn more: https://www.finelinedocks.com/

Fineline knows the lake and many different shoreline variations better than any other dock company.

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