Living in most of the state of Florida, as well as other locations around the Southeastern United States, It is quite common to see seawalls in both commercial and residential areas of our communities.
Living or working near coastal areas and waterfront properties is a dream that many people have, but not everyone is aware of how modern ingenuity is able to make these locations safe from water off the coast and inland. One of the best structures to combat rising tides and water erosion is different types of seawalls.
Sea walls are strong enough to stop water erosion, but they are not indestructible. Over time, it is important that a homeowner or community seek out professional seawall repair. Indian Harbor Beach residents might not know what types of situations they may find themselves in that would prompt them to seek out professional help, but today we are going to be going over some of the more common scenarios that happen.
Severe Storms and Weather
While sea walls are designed to help limit the amount of water erosion from affecting inland sites over time, the most common reason why seawalls degrade over time is because of erosion caused by water.
Under normal circumstances, water rubbing up against a sea wall is not that big of a deal, however if it is a very strong storm or severe weather, such as a hurricane, it can cause massive damage to a sea wall.
In the state of Florida, many homeowners will get into contact with a professional after a hurricane has gone through to get seawall repair. Indian Harbor Beach residents should know that not all hurricanes will cause significant damage to their seawall. However, it is important to understand that a severe storm or being close to the eye of the storm raises the chances of this happening quite significantly.
Accidents and Mishaps from Others
Another scenario that is not too uncommon when talking about the reason for needing professional seal wall repair is when some type of accident has happened. With sea walls, this is most common when a boat or another type of water structure hits into the seawall, causing it to be damaged
Although seawalls are made with some strong and durable materials, large structures with enough force can easily crack walls or cause pieces of the wall to break. It is never a good idea to leave a damaged seawall as is, as it can drastically affect the land behind the sea wall due to water erosion.
When it comes to scheduling seawall repair, Indian Harbor Beach residents should know that they should not wait too long, as it can only make the damage worse, and end up taking more time and money from the individual.
*Disclaimer: The views expressed here are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views of Superior Stabilization Corp*
