Marine Rip Rap Lakewood Ranch
Protect your Shoreline in Lakewood Ranch with Rip Rap
For the best rip rap walls in Lakewood Ranch, contact Wood Dock & Seawall. Family owned and locally operated, we are one of the oldest and most experienced rip rap wall installation, replacement, and repair specialists in the area. If your property is near a body of water, a rip rap wall will help protect the land that is near the water from erosion and enhance the natural beauty of your property. With over 30 years of experience, we have installed, repaired, and replaced thousands of rip rap walls in Lakewood Ranch and throughout Manatee and Sarasota counties. As a fully licensed contractor we handle all aspects of your installation from pulling permits to design and construction. We employ only the best team of skilled contractors that possess the specific knowledge for any size commercial or residential project.
What is Rip Rap?
Rip rap is natural rock placed along shorelines, stream-beds, bridge foundations, pilings, steep slopes and other shoreline structures to prevent water erosion. Also known as shot rock, rock armor or rubble, it is commonly used throughout Florida due to its natural beauty, strength and layer of protection it provides. At Wood Dock & Seawall, our professionals install stone that is natural looking, long lasting and environmentally friendly. The rocks utilized are sized from 6 to 12 inches in diameter to ensure the eroded area is covered and the rocks remain permanently in place.
Rip Rap is Easy to Maintain
Rip rap is very easy to maintain. The stones used are self-adjusting to settlement and movement. If you have your wall inspected annually and repaired when required, rip rap will last a lifetime. If rip rap is damaged during a strong storm or hurricane, ensure that the wall is inspected and repaired if needed.

What are the Benefits of Rip Rap?
From protecting land from erosion to providing a natural habitat for wildlife, the benefits include:
- Helps Prevent Erosion – Rip rap absorbs waves coming in towards your property reducing erosion.
- Is Aesthetically Pleasing – Rip rap is aesthetically pleasing. The stones give your shoreline a finished look.
- Looks Natural – Rip rap arranged along the shoreline looks natural.
- Creates a Natural Habitat for Wildlife – Provides a habitat for marine life and is commonly used by oysters, crabs and fish.
- Requires Less Upkeep and Maintenance – The stones used are self-adjusting to settlement and movement.
- Repairs are Easier – If minor damage occurs, it can be repaired easily by replacing stones.
Work with The Best Marine Construction Contractor for Your Rip Rap in Lakewood Ranch
Wood Dock & Seawall has been serving Sarasota and Manatee counties since 1987. We are committed to delivering the highest quality products and the best customer service in the industry. You can count on us for professional service throughout your installation or repair. Contact us today.
Great experience! Joey was very knowledgeable and helpful from the begging of the estimate, layout,design to the construction and completion of the project. Debbie was terrific with the communication between crews, billing, permitting departments, returned calls and emails promptly through out the process. Great family business to work with we are thrilled with the end result!



Using High Quality Products From the Best of the Best
When you choose Wood Dock and Seawall to install or repair your boat dock, you can rest assured knowing that you are receiving the best service for your investment. At the same time, you are receiving the highest quality products in the market, including:
Areas We Service
Manatee County
Anna Maria Island, Bayshore Gardens, Braden River, Bradenton, Bradenton Beach, Bradenton East, Cortez, Ellenton, Holmes Beach, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat Key, Oneco, Palmetto, Palma Sola, Parrish, Samoset, Snead Island, South Bradenton, Memphis, West Bradenton, Whitfield
Sarasota County
Bee Ridge, Bird Key, Casey Key, Fruitville, Gulf Gate Estates, Kensington Park, Laurel, Lido Key, Nokomis, North Sarasota, Osprey, Plantation, Sarasota , Sarasota Springs, Siesta Key, South Sarasota, South Venice, St Armands Key, Tallevast, The Meadows, University Park