I have a serious erosion problem on my ocean front / creekside / lakefront property. What should I do?
For most erosion problems, and particularly for extreme ones, we recommend that you retain the services of a professional consultant to analyze your problem and offer sound solutions. Look for engineers, geologists, or hydrologists who are familiar with soft-shore protection, also called soft armouring or bio-engineering. Even if your problem is fairly minor it will be worth the cost of a consultation for the peace of mind. Don’t try to design shore protection yourself. Choosing the wrong approach can be an expensive and sometimes damaging mistake! It can backfire on you (or your neighbours), possibly damage fish or wildlife habitat — and even result in fines!
