Brandon Tidwell holds Entergy Certification for boat dock inspections — a specialized credential required for Arkansas lake properties.
Boat dock inspections on Arkansas lakes and waterways — including Lake Hamilton, Lake Ouachita, Greers Ferry Lake, and others — require Entergy certification. This is a specialized credential that authorizes an inspector to perform official dock evaluations on Entergy-managed waterways.
Brandon Tidwell holds this certification, making Xpert Home Inspector one of the few inspection companies in Central Arkansas qualified to perform these evaluations. For lakefront property buyers, this inspection is often required by lenders and may be required to maintain dock permits.
A boat dock inspection evaluates structural integrity, electrical systems, safety compliance, and overall condition — giving you a complete picture of the dock's current state and any repairs that may be required.
Dock repairs can be expensive and complicated — especially on managed waterways where permits and approvals are required. Discovering a structural or electrical deficiency after closing puts the repair cost entirely on the new owner.
Dock electrical issues are also a serious safety concern. Electric Shock Drowning (ESD) — caused by electrical current leaking into the water near a dock — is a real and dangerous hazard that only a proper electrical inspection can identify.
Entergy certification authorizes an inspector to perform official dock evaluations on waterways managed by Entergy Arkansas. Many Arkansas lakes fall under Entergy management, and dock permits on these lakes require periodic certified inspections.
Requirements vary by lender, lake, and permit conditions. Many lenders require it, and Entergy-managed lakes have their own permitting requirements. It's always better to have the inspection than to discover the requirement after closing.
ESD occurs when alternating current leaks into the water around a dock, creating an electrical gradient that can paralyze and drown swimmers. It's caused by improper wiring, faulty equipment, or damaged electrical systems. A proper dock inspection checks for these hazards.
A boat dock inspection typically takes 1–2 hours depending on dock size and complexity. It can often be scheduled in conjunction with the standard home inspection for the property.
Call or text Tara to schedule — Certified Master Inspector Brandon Tidwell serves all of Central Arkansas.