# Check a marine contractor

Lesson 2 of [Waterfront approvals, contractor checks and site risk](https://privatedock.fyi/academy/waterfront-approvals-and-contractor-checks.md), 18 minutes.

A listing helps you find a contractor. You must check the contractor yourself. Match the site A contractor who installs lake docks may not be the right team for a tidal seawall. Ask for completed work with similar exposure, ground conditions and access. A good photo does not show what is below the w…

The rest of this lesson is for learners enrolled in the course. [See how Waterfront approvals, contractor checks and site risk works](https://privatedock.fyi/academy/waterfront-approvals-and-contractor-checks.md).

Also on the [web page](https://privatedock.fyi/academy/waterfront-approvals-and-contractor-checks/check-a-marine-contractor).