Seawall & Bulkhead Construction
New seawalls, bulkhead replacement and rip-rap for waterfront homes, communities and public owners — engineered for salt water, king tides and storm surge.
Seawall construction that holds the line
A failing bulkhead puts the yard, the dock and sometimes the house at risk. We build new seawalls and replace failing bulkheads with systems sized to your wall height, soils and wave exposure — and we tie them back properly so they stay put.
- Vinyl, steel sheet, concrete and timber walls
- Bulkhead replacement in front of or in place of the old wall
- Tie-backs, deadmen, caps and drainage
- Rip-rap toe protection and revetments
- Living shoreline alternatives where they fit
Seawall and bulkhead options
Vinyl sheet pile
Corrosion-free, cost-effective and common for residential walls.
Steel sheet pile
For taller walls and heavier loads on commercial frontage.
Concrete
Cast-in-place or precast walls and caps.
Timber
Traditional timber bulkheads with treated piles and sheathing.
Rip-rap
Stone revetments and toe protection.
Living shorelines
Natural stabilization for lower-energy banks.
Projects we’ve built
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
How much does a seawall cost?
Material, height, length, tie-backs and access determine cost. See our Charleston seawall cost guide.
What are signs my bulkhead needs replacement?
Sinkholes behind the wall, leaning, gaps between sheets, soil loss at low tide and rotten wales or caps. See bulkhead replacement warning signs.
Which seawall material is best?
It depends on height, exposure and budget. Read vinyl vs. concrete vs. timber vs. steel.
Do you build seawalls for HOAs and towns?
Yes. For public and community shoreline work see coastal resiliency.
Related services, sectors and resources
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.