Enhance your pond or lake with sustainable erosion control, native plantings, and lasting shoreline protection.

Erosion Control Services in Houston, TX

Protecting your pond or lake from shoreline erosion requires the right balance of natural solutions and long-term maintenance. Our experienced biologists and technicians provide comprehensive erosion control services tailored to the unique needs of water bodies across southern Texas.

Wetland Plantings

Native wetland plants not only enhance the beauty of your shoreline but also play a vital role in maintaining a healthy aquatic ecosystem. Their deep root systems stabilize soil, minimize erosion, and help balance nutrient levels by filtering excess phosphorus and adding oxygen to the water.

In nutrient-rich or aging ponds, harmful cyanobacteria can outcompete beneficial algae, potentially leading to toxic blooms. Strategic shoreline plantings help prevent this by reducing available nutrients and promoting healthier water conditions.

Our team designs and installs customized wetland planting plans using native vegetation to strengthen pond banks, slow runoff, and improve water clarity. During installation, we ensure plants are spaced and placed at the correct depth to encourage strong growth and long-term stability.

Riprap and Shoreline Weed Management

Riprap is an effective and visually appealing way to reduce shoreline erosion, but without proper maintenance, it can become overrun with weeds. Our Shoreline Weed Control Program includes scheduled inspections and precise applications of selective herbicides to manage nuisance vegetation safely and effectively.

Erosion Control Systems (SOX)

We use advanced bioengineered erosion control systems that not only stop erosion immediately but also promote lasting vegetation growth. Our flexible, lightweight systems, known as SOXs, feature a patented knitted HDPE mesh with “RipStop” technology from SOX Erosion Solutions. This innovative material allows us to repair and stabilize damaged shorelines while integrating native wetland plantings for long-term protection.

This installation method creates a “living shoreline” that restores natural beauty, enhances pond function, and supports long-term environmental sustainability. By reinforcing the banks and reducing erosion, this approach provides a more natural, aesthetically pleasing alternative to traditional hardscape solutions.

In addition to improving appearance and safety by reducing steep, unstable slopes, the vegetative layer helps filter runoff, improve water quality, and provide valuable wildlife habitat. Over time, this system allows property owners to reclaim shoreline that has been lost due to stormwater impact or gradual slope erosion, making it ideal for ponds, lakes, or any property affected by shoreline degradation.

Brush Clearing & Mowing

Cattail Management

Cattails can provide valuable habitat and help filter runoff, but uncontrolled growth can take over pond edges and restrict water access. Our comprehensive cattail management program helps restore balance through environmentally safe treatments and removal.

Managing cattails early prevents flooding, maintains pond capacity, and enhances recreational use. We’ll help you strike the perfect balance between ecological health and functionality.

Protect and Beautify Your Shoreline

Whether you’re looking to restore a deteriorating shoreline, manage vegetation, or create a sustainable native plant buffer, our team in Katy, TX can help. Contact us today to request an estimate and tell us what you’d like improved. We’ll design a customized solution that brings your waterfront back to life.