Portsmouth’s waterfront follows the Elizabeth River and its Western Branch, out to Hoffler Creek and the James River shoreline on the city’s north side. From Churchland homes on quiet creeks to older bulkheads along the river, the contractors below build and repair docks, bulkheads, boat lifts and shorelines in Portsmouth. Contact them directly; there are no lead forms and no middleman.
Portsmouth marine contractors
- 757-463-1735
- (757) 484-0308
- (757) 982-8082
- 757-818-3378
Permits in Portsmouth
Most waterfront projects in Portsmouth start with a Joint Permit Application, which is shared with the Virginia Marine Resources Commission, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the city’s own wetlands review. Contact the City of Portsmouth’s planning department for local requirements and fees. Most contractors handle the paperwork for you, so ask when you get an estimate.
Plan before you call
Our free guides cover typical Hampton Roads costs for bulkheads, docks and piers, and boat lifts, plus how waterfront permits work in Virginia.
757 Waterfront is a free directory, not a contractor. A listing isn’t an endorsement; always check licensing, insurance and references before you hire.