Soil erosion is the most common reason why homeowners and business owners need to make sure that their seawall is in good condition and not causing problems. Soil erosion can not only be an eyesore to look at, but it can be very costly to fix an area that has been slowly degrading due to soil erosion.
It is always best to catch signs of soil erosion early, as it helps protect your property and belongings from damage. In most cases, the damage that is caused by soil erosion does not pop up overnight. There will be some signs that individuals will notice that soil erosion is starting to happen, and they should consider getting professional seawall repair. Boca Raton residents might not be aware of some of these signs to look out for, but it does not take an expert to notice them and see that something is wrong.
Here we will go over some of the common visual queues that people may notice if their seawall is degrading and their property is starting to experience heavy soil erosion.
Signs on the Property That Soil Erosion is Present
At first, soil erosion will not seem to be a big issue, as there are no apparent signs that appear. But overtime, it can become more and more obvious that something is not right.
The first sign that something may not be right with a seawall is when loss of vegetation near the structure occurs. This could be anything from trees, to garden vegetables, but more often than not it is going to be grass that is dying. This is usually the cause from loss of soil, or the presence of a high amount of seawater.
Another sign that an individual will notice that something is not right with their seawall is that physical depressions will form. If the depressions get large enough, it will be best to get into contact with a professional that handles seawall repair. Boca Raton residents should not try to fix these depressions by piling more dirt and soil in them.
Signs on the Seawalls That Soil Erosion is Present
The land itself is not the only aspect of soil erosion that causes problems. Soil erosion can drastically affect the state of a seawall itself.
When soil erosion is present, seawalls will often begin to start cracking and having fissures form. At first, they will probably be harmless, but when the cracks get big enough, water can easily get into the cracks and affect the coastline the seawall is trying to protect.
Another more glaring issue is the homeowner can see the foundation of the seawall itself, as this is something that should never be exposed. If this is the case, it will be best if the homeowner calls a professional that can come out and perform seawall repair. Boca Raton residents should know that soil erosion is not something that they should let go untreated for too long, as it can cause a large amount of property damage over time.
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