Welcome!
We are APEX Mobile Decks, makers of aluminum decks and accessories designed to elevate your outdoor experience. Founded in 2025, APEX itself is a new company, but the people behind it have over 30 years of hands-on experience making quality aluminum products for the outdoor market.
About Us
APEX is owned and operated by the father-daughter team of Tom & Kailey Johnson who together make every APEX product. This hands-on approach ensures a high level of quality and attention to detail.
Going Waaay Back
Tom learned welding from his dad on the farm, and swore he wouldn't do it for a living. Yeah, right! It's been his ticket to success ever since.
Growing up, it got him a job in town welding steel implements. Later, he graduated to a big shop in Fargo where he spent 10 years honing his craft. Then something clicked...
We're In Business
In 2003, Tom decided his family should have a nice aluminum dock just like the fancy places on the lake, so he built one.
The neighbor saw it and wanted his own. Before long, several neighbors had a custom dock from Tom and just like that, Waterfront Recreational was born. Today, the company manufactures and installs custom docks, decks, and aluminum steps all over the country.
It's a family business. Tom and his wife, Becky, are the first to tell you, he didn't do it alone. His kids, Andrew, Noah, and Kailey did a whole lot of welding and installation over the years. They're even in the logo.
The Next Generation
Kailey practically grew up in the shop at Waterfront Rec, and has become an accomplished welder in her own right. She swore she'd never do it for a living though:)
Recently, Tom and Kailey noticed the growing popularity of seasonal campsites, RVs, and park model homes. It reminded them of their old camper and its old wooden deck. Then something clicked again...
APEX - A New Adventure
You're joining us in our early stages but we are not new to this! APEX is the culmination of 30+ years of hands-on experience. We make quality products and we stand behind our work.
The APEX Advantage
Quality
We are driven to create exceptional, high-quality products, explore fresh ideas, and respond to our customers needs. We strive to deliver mobile, functional, quality products at an affordable price for our customers.
Convenience
Convenience and mobility are at the core of our product development approach. We strive to create solutions that offer practical features and seamless usability for a wide range of activities and adventures.
Innovation
At Apex, we prioritize thoughtful design. Every product is carefully crafted to withstand rugged outdoor use, ensuring long-lasting performance and reliability in a wide variety of environments and conditions.