Sam Merriam

About the Author

Sam Merriam is a seasoned maritime engineer and outdoor enthusiast with over two decades of hands-on experience in waterfront construction and maintenance. Based in the Pacific Northwest, where he has designed and built numerous docks for residential and commercial properties, Merriam brings practical wisdom to his writing, emphasizing safety, durability, and environmental considerations. His expertise stems from years of collaborating with builders, homeowners, and marine professionals, ensuring that his guides are both accessible to DIY enthusiasts and reliable for seasoned contractors. In 'Building Your Own Dock: Design, Build, and Maintain Floating and Stationary Docks (Creative Homeowner) Essential Guide to a Sound, Functional Dock with Detailed Plans, Expert Tips, Advice, and Insight,' Merriam demystifies the process with step-by-step instructions, detailed blueprints, and insider tips to create a sturdy, long-lasting dock that enhances any lakeside or coastal retreat. Through his work, he inspires readers to tackle waterfront projects with confidence and precision.