Gulf Coast Waterfront Solutions

Specializing in Marine Construction. Bulkhead and Seawall installations and repairs, Tie Back System installation and repairs. Shoreline Maintenance and Rip-Rap concrete placement and more.

We take pride in our customer service and timely projects from leaky bulkheads to damaged Piers and Shorelines. We have your Waterfront Solutions, we provide a range of services to ensure your property is Stable, Safe, Enjoyable and Cost effective for present and future.

Residential & Commercial
Bulkhead Installation & Repair

From brand new bulkhead and seawall installation to routine maintenance and repair, we provide full-service marine construction solutions tailored to the unique needs of Texas coastal and inland waterway properties.

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Waterfront Storm Preparation

Now is the time to inspect and maintain your bulkhead, seawall, and shoreline to prepare for upcoming hurricanes. Taking proactive steps can protect your home and potentially save you thousands of dollars in damage.

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Custom Floating Docks

GCWS builds floating docks, porches, and cabins for residential and commercial properties. Designed for durability and built with high-quality materials, our floating structures are made to perform reliably on the water for years to come.

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Shoreline Maintenance & Reconditioning

Complete shoreline restoration and maintenance services, including erosion control, sediment removal, shoreline regrading, and full wetland development and upkeep.

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Gulf Coast Waterfront Solutions

Serving Galveston & the Texas Gulf Coast

We have been serving the Gulf Coast shorelines, lakes, rivers and bayous since 1996.

Whether from land, water, or sea, we provide professional solutions for a wide range of waterfront construction projects. Our services include floating dock and pier construction, bulkhead repair and installation, and shoreline maintenance for residential and commercial waterfront properties.

From custom floating docks and piers to repairing aging bulkheads or stabilizing shorelines, we help property owners protect and improve their waterfront investments.

Our projects are clean, attractive, and built to last, using high-quality materials suited for coastal and marine environments. We take pride in our customer service and offer prompt, insured service along with written waterfront inspections.

Contact us today to get started on your waterfront project.

Residential & Commercial Waterfront Services

GCWS offers design assistance and the optimum materials to make your project succeed. Whether you are building a new bulkhead, shoreline reconstruction or needing maintenance or repairs to your shoreline or piers GCWS is here for you.
We also provide a yearly Maintenance Programs.

Assist with Engineering Drawings, Federal, State & Local Permits
Bulkhead / Seawall Installation
Bulkhead / Seawall Repair & Maintenance
Shoreline Erosion Control & Maintenance
Rip Rap, Matting, Placement, Recondition Shoreline
Floating Docks & Piers

Floating Docks Maintenance and Repairs
Floating Structures, Buildings, Sheds, Kayak or Canoe
Polyurethane Foam filled Floats and Supplies
Wetland Development, Maintenance & Cleaning
Permanent Piers, Docks, Boathouses & Boat Lifts.
Retaining walls, Bridges, Golf Courses, Marinas

Marine Bulkheads

Waterfront bulkhead & seawall construction, maintenance, and repair.

Custom Floating Docks

Floats to fit your needs – from kayaks, and swim plates, to yachts and more.

Permanent Piers & Docks

Piers of any size and height – from fishing piers to commercial usage.

Shoreline Protection

Rip rap replacement and/or installation, shoreline maintenance and reconditioning.

Storms don’t wait. Neither should you.

Don’t let high tides cause high costs. Contact us today for a free bulkhead, pier or shoreline inspection.

Protect Your Waterfront Property From Gulf Coast Storms

Is Your Property Ready for Hurricane Season?

Now is the time to inspect and maintain your bulkhead, seawall, and shoreline to prepare for the upcoming storms. Taking proactive steps can protect your home and potentially save you thousands of dollars in damage.

Important Reminder:
Most homeowners insurance does not cover bulkheads or shoreline damage—routine maintenance is essential.

Why Maintenance Matters
No two storms are the same. Wind direction, storm surge, and heavy rainfall can change suddenly, leaving unprepared properties at risk. One of your strongest defenses is a well-maintained tie-back system and shoreline.

Tie-Back Systems are critical to your bulkhead’s structural integrity.
If hardware is rusted or failing, it compromises your wall—and your property.
Heavy rain and poor drainage increase pressure on your bulkhead, leading to costly erosion and structural damage.
Signs of movement in your wall may indicate tie-back failure and require immediate attention.

Shoreline Maintenance is Just as Critical
Whether it’s reconditioning riprap, reinforcing your shoreline, or repairing damage from previous storms, regular maintenance helps reduce wave impact and prevent erosion.

Protect your investment.
Schedule your inspection and maintenance today—before hurricane season begins.

Customer Satisfaction Is Our Priority

Beth Click

August 24, 2026

Robert installed an awesome bulkhead and dock for us! Superior craftsmanship and respectful job. I'm over the moon with the finished project!

Roger Sawyer

May 6, 2026

We had very favorable results with Waterfront Solutions. Robert was professional, timely and easy to work with. He did everything he said he would do. The complete rebuild of our pier turned out great.

Jon P Fjeld-Hansen

November 19, 2025

Robert and his crew are amazing!!!! They recently replaced our bulkhead and the finished product is very solid and looks great. Communication has been great throughout the process and Robert has been hands on working on the project every day. He will also give you great education on bulkhead engineering. He is well connected with various authorities for permitting issues making the process very smooth. He is not a "low cost provider", but the higher price is worth every penny when overall quality is considered.

Matt Smith

May 31, 2025

Robert and his crew did an excellent job repairing my bulkhead of 100’ by putting in new pilings and hardware and did a great job on cleanup afterwards. Would highly recommend.

D. Ashley Walker

May 11, 2025

Gulf Coast Waterfront Solutions installed a new vinyl bulkhead for me in 2009 after Hurricane Ike, replacing a 30 year old wooden bulkhead. They also rebuilt a dock for us that had been destroyed. Robert Trost did an excellent job in a difficult location with a design that has worked very well since. I expect the bulkhead to not only last well into the future but to offer a much higher level of protection for our home when the next hurricane shows up. He recently installed a similar vinyl bulkhead for my neighbor who I referred him to and appears to have done an excellent job for them as well. I highly recommend them if you need bulkhead, pier, dock or waterfront work. Note: the review above was for work by Gulf Coast Waterfront Solutions for work performed in 2009. I hired them again recently in 2025 to rebuild my boat ramp after 15 years of wear and tear and they again exceeded my expectations! Robert Trost and his crew did a great job rebuilding the ramp using quality materials and excellent workmanship in a difficult setting. I recommend Gulf Coast Waterfront Solutions for any waterfront construction or repair.

Sir Ale

April 29, 2025

On time, clean job and price was reasonable and kept as negotiated Reliable and did an excellent job

Cristin Rodgers

March 7, 2025

Robert did a fantastic job on our Clear Lake Shores house. He and his crew showed up and got the job done in a very timely manner. I would definitely recommend Gulf Coast Waterfront Solutions!!

john sylvester

February 11, 2025

Gulf Coast Waterfront Solutions was selected from a group of waterfront repair contractors based on thoroughness of project proposal and favorable personal impression made by Robert Trost owner. Work was begun in an acceptable time frame and was completed in a timely manner with no delays. Robert personally oversaw the work put in place to insure work was done correctly. I would recommend Robert and Gulf Coast Waterfont Solutions without hesitation to anyone needing bulkhead repairs.

Mike

November 30, 2024

As a director on our HOA board, I solicited bids to repair several areas of our Canal bulkhead along the common area in our development. Robert met me on a couple occasions at the work site. He explained exactly how the repair / remediation work would be performed. He provided a competitive price and completed the work by the date he promised and this was despite several rain days. I am very happy with his work and would definitely use his firm again, for any future work in our Casa Marina Del Sol development.

Neil Strickman

November 15, 2024

I had afew things done The bulkhead off the lake has rotted out after 20 years. Roberts' review of the overall project detailed exactly what went wrong and how to fix it. Then we redid the city's rotted canal bulkhead which had split into peices over the same time frame. Now for the review: his workers were there daily during the week by sunrise. They performed the tasks at hand . all the mess was cleaned daily. subsequently, the trash was hauled away in a neat and timeley fashion. The quoted prices was never redone, exactly as we had agreed. Extras always pop up and they were timely in adjuducating these I have the utmost respect for Robert and the company. I would not hesitate to refer them to anyone wanting a quality job!

After owning waterfront properties from Galveston to Kemah for 30 years I totally recommend gulf coast waterfront solutions. The best of the best pier and bulkhead builder ever. Robert never disappoints and always delivers the best product.

We Go The Extra Mile For Our Customers

Recent Waterfront Construction Project

Vinyl Bulkhead Installation with Dock & Jet Ski Lifts

This waterfront project included a vinyl bulkhead installation with dock and jet ski lifts, providing durable shoreline protection while enhancing the property’s functionality and water access.