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Rip rap, revetment, and living shoreline protection.
AVS Marine installs rip rap, rock revetment, and living shoreline systems — durable, natural alternatives to a vertical wall where the site calls for absorbing wave energy instead of reflecting it.
When rock beats a wall
On some sites a sloped rip-rap revetment is the better answer — it absorbs wave energy, resists scour, and can be more permit-friendly and lower-maintenance than a vertical wall. We help you decide which fits your shoreline.
Living shorelines
Where conditions allow, living shoreline approaches combine rock, plantings, and natural materials to stabilize the bank while supporting habitat — increasingly favored by regulators.
Built to stay put
Rip rap is only as good as its base. We install proper filter fabric and bedding and size the stone for the exposure so it doesn't migrate or wash out.
Scope at a glance
- Rip rap and rock revetment
- Living shoreline and erosion control
- Shoreline stabilization on sloped banks
- Filter fabric and bedding done right
- Permitted, habitat-friendly options
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Frequently asked questions
Rip rap or seawall — which is better?
It depends on the site. Rip rap absorbs wave energy and is often more permit-friendly on sloped banks; a vertical seawall maximizes usable upland on tight lots. We assess your shoreline and recommend the right fit.
What is a living shoreline?
A living shoreline stabilizes the bank using a mix of rock, plantings, and natural materials rather than a hard vertical wall. It supports habitat and is increasingly favored by regulators.
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