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Better Protect Your Shoreline with Rip Rap

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Rip Rap is stone of various sizes arranged along the shoreline of any body of water to help protect the property line. If you haven’t thought about shoreline erosion at Lake of the Ozarks before, now’s the time to do so! As the waves of the busy summer season come crashing into your shoreline, you may not notice at first, but part of your shoreline gets washed away with every wave that comes crashing in. That’s a scary thought! Our rip rap specialists near Linn Creek, MO are here to help you better protect your shoreline. Learn more about the benefits of rip rap installation at Lake of the Ozarks . Keep Your Soil in Place Soil quickly washes away into the Lake of the Ozarks due to a few different factors. A heavy rain is one of the most common ways for soil to wash away and down into the water. The steep grade that is found all over the rolling Ozark hills makes the washouts even worse than in other, less steep locations. Having rip rap piled up against your shoreline can he...

Improve Water Quality with Rip Rap!

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Do you love swimming at your lakefront property? Have you noticed that your water quality isn't the best? When it comes to swimming in the lake, whether it be near your dock or along your shoreline, wouldn't it be nice if you could improve your water quality? When you install rip rap at the Lake of the Ozarks , you can! Read on to learn more about the many benefits of installing rip rap. Improve Water Quality  When you install rap rap, it acts as a natural filter for the lake water. Since rip rap is made from rocks of various sizes, it's a natural solution for improving your water quality and keeping your storyline intact. Give Your Shoreline a Natural Look Rip rap consists of various sizes of stone, so it's great solution for "natural looking" seawall construction at Lake of the Ozarks. Using stone versus concrete, wood, or vinyl will give your shoreline a more natural and appealing look. It also allows animals and organisms to pass through promot...

Party On Your Dock this Summer!

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Summer is here and spending time at the Lake is in full swing! If you're ready for some summer fun, why not plan a party on your dock! Check out a few tips for throwing a summer dock party with your family and friends from our dock company at the Lake of the Ozarks ! Get an Official Head Count  First, you'll need to send out your invites and get an official headcount for who will be coming. The day before your party, be sure to check in with your RSVP's to ensure they are still coming. Someone may have mentioned they were planning on coming a few weeks prior but have since changed their plans. Having an official headcount will help you know how much seating you need and much food to prepare. If you are asking people to bring a side dish, make sure that both of you know what they are bringing. Make a List of Everything You Need  The day before your party, sit down and make a list of everything you need for your party, even if you have already gone shopping. You wi...