July

Beaches naturally undergo a process of sand accretion (accumulation of sand) and erosion (loss of sand) due to wind patterns, storm action and other coastal forces. However, through a combination of natural and man-made factors, this cycle of sand loss and sand accumulation is often unbalanced, and many areas experience heightened erosion.

To help coastal communities address sand loss, Dune Doctors works with regulatory agencies to install sand fences that are both wildlife-friendly and optimized to capture as much wind-blown sand as possible. Sand fences paired with native protective vegetation initiate a “sand bank” in the shape of a continuous protective berm that acts as a buffer between your property and destructive wave action.

The fences capture wind-blown sand, and the plants help anchor it, enhancing and accelerating sand accretion. Think of this “sand bank” as a financial institution that allows for storm events to “withdraw” from your sand savings instead of eroding the dune closest to your property or the foundation of your building. Your “sand bank” also functions as a reserve to help replenish eroded beach areas, lessening the costly need for dredging or purchasing sand.

Watch the video below to understand how sand fences create multiple lines of defense between your coastal property and storm action. Also, call us today at 866-386-3737 to join our waitlist for new sand fence installations.