Seawall Inspection
South Florida
JKT Marine offers free seawall inspections for waterfront homeowners throughout Palm Beach, Broward, and Martin County. Our owner shows up personally — not a salesperson. You get a licensed marine contractor with 25+ years of South Florida waterfront experience telling you exactly what's going on with your wall.
If you're searching for a seawall inspection in South Florida, you already know something doesn't look right — or you're smart enough to check before it gets that far. Either way, you're in the right place. JKT Marine performs free structural seawall inspections for waterfront homeowners throughout Palm Beach County, Broward County, and Martin County. Our owner personally conducts every assessment — not a salesperson, not a subcontractor. You get a direct, experienced evaluation from a licensed marine contractor who has been working South Florida waterways for over 25 years.
Why Seawall Inspections Matter in South Florida
Seawalls in South Florida work harder than anywhere else in the country. Tidal fluctuation, storm surge, boat wake, and the relentless combination of saltwater and humidity attack every component of your wall year-round. Most seawall failures don't happen overnight — they develop slowly through cracks, voids, and corrosion that are easy to miss until the damage is severe.
Catching a cracked cap or corroding tie rod in year two costs a fraction of what it costs to repair a failed seawall in year seven. A free inspection from JKT Marine gives you an honest, written assessment of exactly where your wall stands — and what, if anything, needs attention now versus what can wait.
The JKT Difference: When our owner comes out for your inspection, you're not getting a sales visit. You're getting a licensed marine contractor who will walk your entire seawall, probe for voids, assess your cap and panels, and hand you a written report — whether you hire us or not. No pressure. No obligation. Just an honest answer.
What We Inspect on Every Seawall
Our seawall inspections are comprehensive. We don't do a walkover and hand you a sales pitch. Here's what we actually assess on every inspection:
Seawall Cap
We check for cracking, spalling, displacement, and exposed rebar. The cap is your first line of defense and the first place deterioration shows up.
Panels & Seams
We inspect all panels for cracking, bowing, or separation at the joints. Panel movement is an early indicator of soil loss behind the wall.
Tie Rods & Anchors
Corroded or broken tie rods are one of the leading causes of seawall failure in South Florida. We assess all accessible tie rod hardware for integrity.
Voids & Soil Loss
We probe for voids behind the wall where soil has washed through cracks or seams. Undetected voids cause sudden and catastrophic seawall failure.
Waterline Condition
The waterline zone takes the most abuse from wave action, tidal fluctuation, and marine growth. We closely assess this area for erosion and deterioration.
Drainage & Weep Holes
Blocked weep holes cause hydrostatic pressure to build behind your wall. We check that drainage is functioning correctly throughout the wall system.
Warning Signs You Need an Inspection Now
Don't wait for a visible collapse. These are the signs South Florida waterfront homeowners most commonly ignore — until the damage becomes expensive:
- Cracks running along or through your seawall cap
- Soil or yard material washing toward the water after rain
- Bowing or leaning sections of the seawall panel
- Sinkholes or depressions appearing in your yard near the waterline
- Rust staining running down the face of the wall
- Gaps or separation between panels or at the cap joint
- Seawall that moves or flexes when you walk near the edge
- It has been more than 3 years since your last professional inspection
- You recently purchased the property and have no inspection history
- Your home is in a high-wake zone or near an inlet with tidal surge
What Happens After Your Inspection
After we complete your seawall inspection, you receive a written report that details what we found, what condition each component is in, and our honest recommendation on next steps. If repair is needed, we'll outline exactly what the work involves and give you a clear, itemized estimate.
If your wall is in good shape, we'll tell you that too. Our goal is to give you accurate information — not to manufacture urgency that doesn't exist. Most of our long-term clients started with a free inspection and hired us when the time was right because they trusted what we told them the first time.
No surprise quotes. No pressure. If we find something that needs attention, we'll explain it clearly, show you what we're seeing, and give you a written estimate you can take your time reviewing. If everything looks good, we'll tell you that and walk away. That's how we've built our reputation across South Florida since 2014.
Seawall Inspection Service Areas
We serve waterfront homeowners throughout Palm Beach, Broward, and Martin County. If you're on the water in South Florida, we come to you.
Schedule Your Free Seawall Inspection
Our owner comes out personally, assesses your entire wall, and hands you a written report — at no charge and no obligation. Serving Palm Beach, Broward, and Martin County.