Exploring Life & Business with Julie Van Dyke of Cottage Works

Today we’d like to introduce you to Julie Van Dyke.  

Hi Julie, so excited to have you with us today. What can you tell us about your story?
Lake-living experts 

We’re Dann and Julie Van Dyke, owners of Cottage Works since our beginning in April 2009. After being cottage owners and weekenders in Mason County for five years and living full-time on the same lake for the past sixteen, we’ve learned a lot about lake living that we like to share with our clients. 

Professional experience 

As a graduate of Grand Valley State University as a degreed Mechanical Engineer and having worked in this technical field for 17 years as a Designer, Project Engineer, Project Manager, Customer Support Manager, and Engineering Manager, Dann has the skills and background needed to tend to your every detail and make sure that your project requests are handled timely and professionally. Dann also has his Builders License and has many years of building experience. We do not beat around the bush and give you false promises. If you want hard workers with straight answers, you have found the right place, and Cottage Works will be your last call. 

Focused on making each summer special 

Each year starts with the excitement of spring. Then the dock and lifts must be placed accordingly with the water depth. Maybe you need a new dock or want to add a patio so the grandkids have more room to fish and play. The boats and other water toys come out of storage and must be launched. You may need a seawall, or your deck may need refinishing, siding power washed, or screens replaced, and painting may be needed. 

The Cottage Works crew can take care of anything on your to-do list. Don’t be afraid to ask and leave the work to us so you can sit back and enjoy your weekend. 

Working through the winter 

Let Cottage Works use their building expertise to handle any inside renovation during the winter months. Need a kitchen or bathroom update or new flooring? We can update your cottage while you enjoy your winter away. 

Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way? Looking back, would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
The greatest challenge we face in business is finding skilled talent. At this current time, we have a tremendous team, but that can change at a moment’s notice. 

Great, so let’s talk business. Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
Everything your cottage needs, inside and out. Our services, products, and level of customer engagement will allow you to truly relax. 

Our Services: Professional, Licensed, and Insured 

Seasonal dock installation and removal 

Boat care and storage 

New dock and boat lift sales and installation 

Seawall installation 

Outdoor design and construction 

Land and lot clearing 

Indoor design and construction 

Trailer sales and repair 

How do you define success?
When our customers are happy with our services and products, we realize success. 

Contact Info:

• Website: https://yourcottageworks.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cottageworks_/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cottageworks