As the Coronavirus and its impact continues to unfold, we remain focused on the health and safety of our employees, clients and community. We are also committed to providing you, our clients, uninterrupted and reliable services the way Gibson Marine has done for the last 30 years. It’s a Great Time to Schedule Your Seawall …
What is a Marine Construction Structure? A marine construction structure is something that is built or constructed in a marine environment, most commonly along the shoreline. Most marine construction structures are built to protect or prevent damage to shoreline or waterfront property. What are the Most Common Marine Construction Structures? The four most common marine …
Owning a waterfront property in Florida, or other coastal towns throughout the U.S., can certainly feel like a privilege; but with great perks, comes great responsibility! Keeping your waterfront property, and all that comes with it, well-maintained can help keep your friends, family and visitors safe, allowing you to enjoy all that mother nature has …
For Waterfront Property Owners, It’s All About ‘Safety First’ Read More »
Any waterfront property owner knows just how vital a well-constructed, and well-maintained seawall is to the value and integrity of their property. Whether you’re a homeowner or developer, protecting your property against storm surges, corrosion, deterioration and damage can be one of the most stressful aspects of waterfront living. However, there are precautions that can …
Seawall Repairs That Can Help Extend the Life of Your Seawall Read More »
We are marine structure contractors. Besides getting to spend every day designing, engineering, and building docks and decks, we even get into the water to conduct inspections on seawalls and repair those mightiest of barriers. The environment in which we work is one of the most beautiful; it beats the four walls of an office, …
Despite its appearance, rip rap seawalls are anything but haphazard installations. Call it organized chaos, but these marine structures don’t only serve the traditional purpose of a barrier between water and the land, their function is far more nuanced. Rip Rap Seawalls and Marine Life The facts about the impact on the native environment of …
Whether you are living along Florida’s shoreline or enjoy vistas of one of its crystal clear lakes, you already know what you need to do to maintain your dock. Keeping it safe, looking good, and extending its lifetime are the responsibilities of us “coastliners”. The initial dock construction however, really has everything to do with …
1. Create a communication plan. Before the seawall repair project even begins, you should meet with contractor and create a definitive plan detailing how you will stay abreast of changes and updates. Will you be checking in by phone? Do you plan on stopping by the jobsite in person? Will you be dealing exclusively with the …
Working with a Seawall Repair Contractor? 3 Simple Ways to Work Together Effectively Read More »
The rich history of seawall construction can be traced back thousands of years to the Eastern Roman Empire. The first seawalls are commonly attributed to the Roman Emperor Constantine I, also known as Constantine the Great, who ordered their construction in 448 A.D. The original marine barricades were built as part of a larger defense …
The Seawall Chronicles: How the Roman Empire Influenced Modern Marine Construction Read More »
Waterfront property owners are afforded a luxury view and activities that not all homeowners get to enjoy. Many have a dock that houses a boat or watersports equipment which might leave some friends and family a little jealous! But, with those fun and playful components of your waterfront property, also comes proper and routine maintenance …