❄️ Why Fall or Winter Is the Best Time to Book Your Floating Dock

A newly installed floating dock in the rain on May 1, 2025, shows a 10' x 30' section connected to a 12' x 24' dock, supported by three pontoons

When the boats are pulled out and the leaves start to fall, most people stop thinking about their docks. But for those who plan ahead — Fall and Winter are actually the best times to book your new floating dock for next season.

Here’s why smart cottagers are calling us now instead of waiting until spring.

🕒 1. Beat the Spring Rush

(Insert image: crew loading dock sections on the barge in early spring.)Every year, as soon as the ice melts, our phones start ringing off the hook. By March, we’re usually booked well into June — meaning late inquiries often have to wait until mid-summer.

Booking in Fall or early Winter secures your spot in our spring installation schedule, so you can enjoy your new dock the moment the season begins.

⚙️ 2. More Time for Custom Design

Whether you’re after a full “L” or "T" dock layout, a new ramp, or a hybrid shore deck system, designing in the off-season gives you more time to customize every detail.

Our team can create layouts, finalize measurements, and ensure materials are ordered well ahead of the rush — so you get exactly what you want, without delays.

🚚 3. Priority Production and Early Material Allocation

By booking now, we can pre-allocate your HDPE pontoons, framing lumber from Muskoka Lumber, and custom hardware.

This ensures your project isn’t held up by early-season supply shortages — something that’s become common across Muskoka and Northern Ontario in recent years.

💸 4. Save $500 Before December 31 🎉

As a thank-you to our early planners, we’re offering a $500 discount on all new dock orders placed before December 31 .

Whether you’re upgrading your old system or starting fresh, locking in now means savings and priority placement for next season.

🧊 5. Peace of Mind Through the Winter

Imagine heading into the holidays knowing your dock is already on the list — design approved, materials reserved, and ready for spring installation.That’s one less thing to stress about when the snow starts flying.

⚓ Built Local. Book Early. Save Big.

At Cottage Classic Docks, every floating dock is proudly designed and built in Emsdale, ON — featuring 18" HDPE pontoons with a Lifetime Pontoon Warranty, precision-welded brackets, and our exclusive Winter-Adaptive System for worry-free winters.

Booking this Fall not only saves you money — it sets you up for a smoother, faster start to next summer.

📅 Book before December 31 to save $500 and secure your 2026 installation spot.