1982: A Vision Takes Shape
Brothers Pete and Tom Swift grew up on the Balboa Peninsula and have been around the water their whole life. Pete, a UCLA graduate with a business degree, was selling life insurance in the early eighties and wasn’t satisfied. “I wanted to be selling something tangible, something you can see…something I could be proud of.”
When a repair job on a dock for a girlfriend’s father gave Pete the sense of accomplishment and enjoyment he was looking for, he began looking for work doing dock maintenance, painting or whatever came his way. A year later, Pete and Tom, also with a degree in business, joined forces as co-owners of Swift Slip and set out with a simple mission: build the finest docks on California's coast.
From Garage to Greatness
From humble beginnings in their brother Ken's garage, Swift Slip's commitment to quality drove continuous growth. The company expanded from Huntington Beach to Newport's Cannery Village, establishing a reputation for excellence that spread across California's coastline. Each move marked not just a change in location, but an expansion of capabilities and vision.
Earned Contracts With the US Navy and Marines
Began Offering In-House Design Services
Expanded to Municipal contracts Across Southern CA
Today: Setting the Standard
Now operating from our Westminster headquarters, Swift Slip has evolved into Southern California's premier dock building enterprise. Our turnkey operation encompasses everything from in-house design and drafting to comprehensive permitting services. With projects spanning from San Diego to San Francisco, we maintain the same hands-on work ethic that defined our founding, now enhanced by decades of expertise.
Miles Served
Years of Expertise
Custom Docks Installed
Our Guiding Principles
Every project we undertake reflects our commitment to excellence. From the precision of our engineering to the durability of our materials, we maintain the same high standards that earned us contracts with the U.S. Navy and Marines, along with multiple cities in California. Quality isn't just a goal—it's our foundation.
As a family business, we treat every client's project as if it were our own. Two generations of Swift expertise go into every dock we build, combining our professional knowledge with personal care. We believe in building not just docks, but lasting relationships with our clients.
We believe in handling every aspect of dock construction in-house, from initial design through final installation. This comprehensive approach ensures seamless project execution and allows us to maintain our high standards at every step. When you work with Swift Slip, you get a partner committed to your project's complete success.
Pete Swift
Founder and CEO
Handles front end interactions with the clients, site design and estimates.
Tom Swift
Founder and CFO
Handles delivery and employee logistics, with expertise in electrical systems and harbor knowledge.
Ben Swift
General Manager and HR Representative
Second generation Swift, runs the workforce in the field, HR department and purchasing department.
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