Seawall Construction

Building a seawall isn’t for the faint of heart, or your average DIYer. Hollywood Marine Construction can construct your new seawall from beginning to end. We are one of the most well-known full-service seawall construction company in the Broward and Miami-Dade area. When choosing a business to put up your new seawall, you should think about trust, dependability, speed, and price. These are the basic foundations of Hollywood Marine Construction, a well-known and well-reviewed marine contractor business. Although we are not always the cheapest, every member of our staff is dedicated to making your seawall project as stress-free as possible. It is a permit-required building project. From permission through engineering and implementation, we handle it all. With a team of dedicated sea wall contractors at your disposal, your seawall vision is implemented.

Seawall Types

Rip Rap Seawall

Rip rap seawalls be sometimes be used to delay erosion on coastlines and banks. Rip rap, which is made up of rocks, seems natural and allows flora to grow naturally on the stones, and you’ll often find smaller marine life living in a rip rap seawall. They are low-maintenance and considered ecologically beneficial. Rip rap is not a viable option for all rivers prone to floods or heavy waves as the wall will not stop or hold large amounts of water from flowing over it.

Concrete Seawalls

Concrete bulkheads may survive for more than 30 years if built correctly and adequately maintained. Concrete seawalls are extremely sturdy because they are reinforced with steel (rebar). However, tiny fractures frequently form, enabling water to seep down to the rebar, which rusts. Rust causes the expansion of the steel rebar, which then causes the cracks to worsen. Any fractures in a cement seawall indicate that its integrity is jeopardized. Any cracks must be filled, and care must be given to prevent the joints from separating.

Vinyl Seawalls

Vinyl, which has been approved by the United States Army Corps of Engineers, has become the top choice for most bulkheads, and is utilized whenever practicable. Vinyl seawalls are easy to maintain and attractive, and they may endure up to 50 years. Vinyl seawalls are commonly used in municipal waterfront areas because they are both attractive and cost-effective. When exposed to seawater, these seawalls do not rust, degrade, or break. Vinyl panels are easy to carry and install since they are lightweight. This reduces the quantity of heavy gear required on the job site.

Seawall Repairs

If your seawall is compromised, it can cause serious issues for your property, including soil erosion and building damage, not to mention property devaluation. In an effort to avoid more expensive repairs later,  it is critical to recognize problems early and perform sea wall repairs as soon as possible. Replacement of a seawall cost approximately two to three times what a professional repair service will, so it’s vital to get your seawalls inspected and maintained regularly. 

Seawall problems are complicated, and it is critical to recognize that they aren’t going to resolve themselves. When a seawall is weakened, these issues only worsen. Small difficulties now will grow into larger and more costly ones later.

Significant erosion can occur when seawalls start to crumble, crack, or fail, resulting in significant property damage and dangerous situations. The security that a bulkhead provides cannot be dismissed as a convenience. Seawalls resist water from seas, lakes, rivers, and canals on one side and contain soil on the other, keeping your property solid and free of erosion. Without seawalls, your waterfront property wouldn’t be safe to build on or to relax near, which is why maintenance is so important. Seawalls will often show small signs that they are getting worse. When you start seeing these signs, you need to take quick action to avoid potential issues.

Warning Signs of a Failing Seawall

If you suspect that your seawall is deteriorating or could simply use some attention, there will most likely be visible signs of degradation, such as:

• loss of soil or evidence of erosion on the land side
• water rising or bubbling up in the yard
• cracks, gaps, holes or voids in the yard, especially near the seawall
• the ground near the seawall is sinking
• obvious damage to the seawall, including cracks, gaps or broken pieces

Why Choose Hollywood Marine Construction?

Before tackling any seawall repair, it’s important to take the time to assess the situation and choose the right repair methods. Cutting corners or using low-quality materials might work for a while, but you’ll likely find yourself dealing with the same (or worse) issues down the road—like a collapsing bulkhead that needs major repairs. The key is to do it right the first time, so you won’t have to worry about it again.

The best way to handle any seawall issue is to chat with the seawall construction experts here at HMC. We’ll walk you through the best options to fix the problem and make sure everything is done properly. With our experience and know-how, we’ll get your seawall repaired quickly and efficiently, so it holds up over time.

If you’re looking for reliable seawall contractors who know their stuff, give us a call. We’ve got you covered!