In our line of business, which is helping you protect your assets from damages brought about by the forces of nature, we talk a lot about materials. One of the important materials for our operations is something called Rip Rap. We’ve written about this in a couple of other places, detailing the types of Rip and Rap as well as what kind of defense it provides. Let’s take another look at some of the pros and cons of using Rip Rap for retaining walls.
Rip Rap Rock
Seawall Maintenance
When shopping for a new property that comes with a seawall, it’s not a one-size-fits-all deal. Down the line, if not taken care of properly, your seawall can wind up costing you. That’s because seawalls need to be kept in great condition. When you fail to keep a seawall in good condition, then it fails … Read more
Contact Delta Aggregate for all of your Rock Needs
Whatever your construction project may be, Delta Aggregate can help you get the job done. We hope to help you complete your construction jobs with our high-quality products. Contact Delta Aggregate for all of your rock needs. There is no project too big or too small for Delta Aggregate. We can supply you with the … Read more
Crushed Stone vs Crushed Gravel, What Are the Differences
For the uninitiated and those that aren’t heavily involved in the construction business, there can be a common misconception that certain materials are all the same in some respects. Like the misconception, the concrete and cement are the same yet cement is an ingredient within concrete. But one other one is actually the belief that … Read more
The Four Popular Uses for Different Types of Rip Raps
With the change of season comes different things to prepare for. And those that own or rent property by the water know all too well about the issue of erosion. That’s where ripraps come into play. Ripraps help to prevent erosion almost the same way that sandbags help to prevent flooding in a storm. Erosion … Read more
Rip Rap Seawalls can Help Protect Your Shore
Erosion is a serious problem for anyone who owns a waterfront property. Over time, it can literally lead to the edge of your home or other structure sinking into the water. At Delta Aggregate, we are the experts in using Rip Rap to build effective and affordable seawalls to help protect your property. Here are … Read more
Rip Rap Stone Size Guide
Rip Rap stone is a type of stone that has been crushed and screened. It is extremely rugged and durable and tends to be too large to sink down into the soil where it is used. There are different sizes available. For this reason, it is highly versatile and suitable for a number of different … Read more
What is Rip Rap?
Have you ever gone to the oceanside and recognized that the row of rocks along the coastline is just a little too perfectly aligned? Have you walked across a parking lot filled with gravel and wondered what type of rock it was all made of? Well, it may come as a surprise for some people, … Read more
What Delta Aggregate Has to Offer
At Delta Aggregate, we are your Rip Rap Rock specialists. In addition to Rip Rap Rock, we also work with Army Corp Rip Rap and Rock, FDOT Rip Rap, Armor Rock, Toe Rock, Boulders, Groin Rock, and Jetti Rock. Our products are used to restore shorelines, stabilize slopes and bank lines, control erosion, and protect … Read more