Complete Waterfront
Construction Services
From seasonal pier removal to custom permanent dock installation — every aspect of waterfront construction on the Chain O'Lakes.
Pier & Lift Removal
Professional pier and lift removal throughout the Chain O'Lakes. Seasonal takeout, transport, and storage — protecting your investment all winter.
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Permanent Piers
Built to order, any size. Custom permanent pier installation on the Chain O'Lakes designed for decades of low-maintenance waterfront enjoyment.
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Seawall Construction & Repair
Expert seawall installation for Chain O'Lakes properties. Protect your shoreline from erosion, wave action, boat wake, and winter ice damage.
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Boat Shelters & Wood Piers
Classic craftsmanship that complements your lakefront property. Custom boat shelters and wood pier construction built to last northern Illinois winters.
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Great Lakes Lifts
Heavy-duty lift installation built for the wave action and water level variations of Chain O'Lakes waterways — installation, removal, and service.
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Boat Lift Installation
Hydraulic, vertical, floating, and PWC lifts — installed and removed professionally. Protect your boat investment with the right lift for your waterfront.
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The Chain O'Lakes' Most Trusted Waterfront Contractor
Bub’s Pier Service has been the Chain O’Lakes region’s go-to waterfront construction company for more than 30 years. Founded out of Lake In The Hills, Illinois we specialize in the full spectrum of over-water construction for residential and commercial property owners throughout Lake County and McHenry County.
We treat every property like it’s our own. When the boating season ends, Bub’s is the team property owners trust year after year.
- Pier & lift removal and installation — all types and sizes
- Permanent pier fabrication — any size, built to order
- Seawall construction and repair throughout the Chain
- Boat shelter, wood pier & boat lift installation
- Mobile welding service — all Chain O'Lakes waterways
Serving All
Chain O'Lakes
Communities
We serve waterfront property owners across all communities bordering the Chain O'Lakes system in Lake County and McHenry County, Illinois.
Served
Chain O'Lakes
the Region
Fox Lake, IL
Lake County Primary Hub · Fox Lake, Pistakee & Nippersink LakeAntioch, IL
Lake County Channel Lake, Catherine Lake, Bluff LakeLake Villa, IL
Lake County Chain O'Lakes corridor & Fox River systemIngleside, IL
Lake County Chain O'Lakes corridorMcHenry, IL
McHenry County Fox River waterfront propertiesJohnsburg, IL
McHenry County Pistakee Lake & Fox RiverSpring Grove, IL
McHenry County Northern Chain O'Lakes near Wisconsin borderRound Lake Beach, IL
Lake County Round Lake & surrounding waterwaysLake In The Hills, IL
McHenry County Our Home BaseVolo, IL
Lake County Chain O'Lakes bordering communityWauconda, IL
Lake County Bangs Lake & area waterwaysWonder Lake, IL
McHenry County Private lake communitySchedule Your Pier Service
Before Fall Fills Up
Bub's Pier Service has been serving the Chain O'Lakes for 30+ years. Call Ron directly to confirm your installation, removal, or service date. Our calendar fills fast — don't wait.