Bulkhead and Seawall Consulting in NYC, Manhattan, The Boroughs, Nassau County, Suffolk County, Long Island, and New Jersey - Kagaoan Engineering

Kagaoan Engineering offers extensive seawall and bulkhead analysis, groundwater detection, and soil testing services for businesses and municipalities that need to protect residents and property from an influx of water. Our professionals help figure out what materials are the best for the job through the study of the soil, weather patterns, and whether the application is for salt or freshwater use. With extensive training, award-winning service, and a proven reputation helping businesses in the local area, we are proud to provide technical engineering services for your project.

These walls use steel, wood, concrete, or aluminum as the primary structure. Some applications use vinyl, polymers, and fiberglass. The chosen material goes into the ground to a predetermined depth to help with the load. In coastal areas, the material also helps prevent wave forces from damaging the shore.

Wall composition, the height of the wall, and the thickness of the materials are crucial measurements that the project manager, engineering team, and architect need to know and understand. Other systems attach to these bulkheads and seawalls to help stabilize them like tiebacks or wall caps. Many retaining walls and bulkheads have metal parts that need oiling like cables and pulleys.

These two structures are primarily the same thing except that seawalls are more robust and take into account the force of ocean waves pounding the system. Bulkheads are typically more affordable and readily accessible with a broader range of material options. A coastal shore is likely to use a concrete or steel structure where you might find aluminum walls along a lake or river. Both walls hold back the soil and keep the water and earth from mixing and eroding.

Any property owner that has land tracts that use seawalls or bulkheads needs an annual inspection. Shipping docks, marina owners, city beaches, residential properties with ponds, and riverfront businesses all need these check-ups to ensure that the materials that hold back the earth are doing the job right. Our bulkheads and seawall consulting team can inspect residential and commercial land to ensure that these walls are living up to the design and functionality of the project. When you are erecting a new structure along the shore or need to protect underground levels from rainwater flooding, then our specialists can help you develop an efficient retaining wall that will last for the full life expectancy of the materials. A proper seawall or bulkhead can last for about 40 years with the right construction, maintenance, and use of correct materials.

When performing a check-up on soil retaining walls, you can expect photos of points of concern, damage, and faults. An extensive report will outline where walls show tilting or buckling along with areas that show deterioration. If any spots need immediate attention, the team will contact the property owner right away if he or she is not present. The team will document the life expectancy of the seawall and note any updates or repairs that are necessary. All visible parts of the wall will get a thorough check including the rip-rap and toe of the wall outside of the water. Owners will also learn about environmental areas that pose a problem for the bulkhead including tree roots, wildlife, and flooding concerns.

Our team not only provides help for new construction and existing wall inspections, but we also propose cost-effective solutions for aging seawalls. Besides being functional, most communities have expectations that the seawalls will be nice looking and fit into the neighborhood design. When you have concerns that your bulkhead is not faring well, Kagaoan Engineering can inspect the entire system and give you a report on the health and longevity of your seawall.

When you need a way to shore up the banks along the riverfront where your manufacturing business produces heavy vibration, we can offer a cost-effective solution that will serve the community and your business needs. To learn more about bulkhead construction, materials, or inspections available, please contact us. Our New York bulkheads and seawall consultants are ready to help you get the most out of your soil erosion and flooding prevention systems.