Resources

Dock de-icer mounted on a dock frame above frozen water, ready for seasonal installation.
23 December 2025
Learn when to install and remove dock equipment based on seasonal lake conditions to reduce damage, avoid ice issues, and extend dock life.
Underwater dock de-icer installed near the lakebed, circulating water to prevent ice buildup around
17 December 2025
Learn where to place a dock de-icer for effective ice protection. Avoid common placement mistakes and protect your dock, lift, and shoreline.
25 November 2025
Step-by-step guide to winter prep for your dock and boat lift with a de-icer on Ontario and cottage country lakes. Learn how to install, position and safely use a dock de-icer to protect waterfront structures from ice damage.
Arbrux de-icer clearing ice near dock
11 November 2025
Protect your dock, boat lift and shoreline from winter ice damage. Learn how ice really harms waterfront structures and how a dock de-icer helps prevent costly repairs.
Stainless steel dock de-icer on a dock beside open water at a Canadian lake as ice forms nearby
31 October 2025
Learn how to choose the right dock de-icer size for your Canadian waterfront. Understand depth, layout, exposure, and placement for dependable winter protection.
Canadian waterfront in the winter
22 October 2025
Wondering if you really need a dock de-icer at your Canadian or Ontario cottage? This guide explains when de-icers make sense on lakes like Muskoka, Kawartha Lakes, Lake Simcoe and Georgian Bay, plus safety and legal considerations.