Residential seawall protecting waterfront property

Seawalls & Bulkheads

Protect waterfront property with engineered seawalls, bulkheads, and shoreline stabilization built for coastal conditions.

Coastal Protection You Can Trust

Seawalls and bulkheads are critical infrastructure. We combine marine engineering, proper materials, and experienced crews to defend your shoreline against erosion, tides, and boat traffic.

Our team handles permitting, tidal scheduling, and integration with docks, lifts, and upland drainage systems to safeguard your investment.

Vinyl, composite, or concrete walls rated for saltwater exposure
Helical tiebacks, deadmen, and geogrid reinforcement
Integrated drainage weep holes and upland water control
Permitting with OCRM, USACE, and local municipalities
Bulkhead with dock

Recent Seawalls & Projects

Samples of waterfront protection projects across the Lowcountry.

Folly River seawall

Folly River Bulkhead

Vinyl sheet wall with composite cap and tiebacks engineered for king tides.

Isle of Palms seawall

Isle of Palms Retrofit

Replacement wall with integrated dock anchors and upland drainage improvements.

Savannah composite seawall

Savannah Back River

Composite seawall with riprap toe protection and marsh-friendly plantings.

Seawall Construction Process

1

Site survey, soil borings, and engineering review

2

Permitting with regulatory agencies and HOA/ARB submissions

3

Access planning, staging, and tide-synchronized scheduling

4

Demolition of failing structures and debris removal

5

Pile driving or sheet panel installation with tiebacks

6

Cap construction, backfill, and drainage controls

7

Upland restoration, grading, and buffer plantings

8

Final inspection and maintenance plan delivery

Seawall Investment Overview

Marine projects vary widely; residential seawalls typically start around $400 per linear foot and scale with wall height, access, and engineering requirements.

We provide detailed scopes covering permitting, materials, tiebacks, drainage, and upland restoration so you can plan confidently.

Testimonials

Hear from Our Satisfied Clients

Seawall FAQs

Do you handle permitting?

Yes, we manage applications with OCRM, USACE, and local authorities, including surveys and engineering.

How long does installation take?

Typical residential seawalls take 3–6 weeks depending on length, tides, and weather.

What maintenance is required?

Annual inspections and occasional cap sealing keep walls in top shape. We provide a maintenance checklist at completion.

Can you repair an existing wall?

We evaluate the structure, add tiebacks, perform panel replacements, or rebuild as needed.

Protect Your Waterfront

Schedule a seawall inspection to assess current conditions and plan long-term shoreline protection.

Carolina Paver & Turf is a family and veteran owned business, locally operated out of Charleston, SC and Hilton Head Island, SC offices.

We are happy to serve homeowners and commercial properties across the Lowcountry and Coastal Empire. Explore our nearby service areas: