Coastal Resiliency & Living Shoreline Construction
Seawalls, bulkheads, rip-rap revetments and living shorelines that hold the line against erosion, king tides and storm surge — for public owners, communities and waterfront properties.
The right shoreline for the site, not just a wall
Erosion is relentless on the Southeast coast, and every hurricane season raises the stakes. Hardened walls are sometimes the right answer; on lower-energy shorelines, a living shoreline — oyster reef, marsh plantings and stone sills — can stabilize the bank while keeping the marsh healthy, and regulators increasingly favor it.
We build both, and we help owners and engineers choose:
- Seawall and bulkhead construction and replacement
- Rip-rap revetments and toe protection
- Living shorelines with oyster, coir and stone elements
- Combined systems that pair a wall with marsh restoration
Resiliency scopes
Seawalls
Vinyl, steel, concrete and timber seawalls engineered for the site.
Bulkheads
New bulkheads and replacement behind failing walls.
Rip-rap revetments
Graded stone revetments over filter fabric.
Living shorelines
Oyster reef, coir logs, marsh plantings and stone sills.
Storm repair
Rebuilds after hurricanes and tropical storms.
Grant-funded projects
Resilience projects for towns and agencies.
Resilience projects for public owners
Coastal towns and counties fund shoreline and resilience work through state programs and federal sources such as FEMA hazard-mitigation grants and NOAA coastal resilience funding. We price during design to help with applications and build to the grant’s reporting requirements.
For homeowners, see seawall & bulkhead construction.
What owners say
They have built three piers, a massive seawall, and a beautiful boat house for us. Their work is on budget and executed to the highest standards. And they are always available after the fact for enhancements or maintenance.
Frequently asked questions
What is a living shoreline?
A shoreline stabilized with natural elements — oyster reef, marsh grass, coir logs and stone sills — instead of a vertical wall. It reduces erosion while preserving habitat. Read more in our living shoreline guide.
Seawall or living shoreline — which is right?
It depends on wave energy, slope, existing marsh and what’s behind the bank. High-energy frontage often needs a wall; sheltered creeks often suit a living shoreline. See bulkhead vs. seawall vs. riprap.
How much does seawall construction cost?
Material, height, length, tie-backs and access drive cost. Our seawall cost guide walks through the numbers.
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Have a project out for bid?
Send the plans or a solicitation number. We’ll price it, schedule it and build it — crews, barges and pile-driving equipment included.