Soil erosion is a natural occurrence caused by rainfall, wind, and other elements. If you want to combat soil erosion on your property in Ohio, Kentucky, or Michigan, there are various methods that you can explore and consider using, like erosion control blankets, straw wattles, silt fences, compost socks, and turf reinforcement mats. Erosion control blankets cover the ground to keep the soil in place, while straw wattles slow down the flow of water and soil. Silt fences keep soil and sediment from eroding outside the perimeter of your property, while compost socks filter soil and control water running off your grounds. Lastly, turf reinforcement mats are buried in the soil to stabilize it and provide support for the roots of your vegetation.

1. Erosion Control Blanket

An erosion control blanket involves covering the ground with a mat or a blanket to keep the soil from shifting and eroding. These blankets are usually made with a mix of natural fibers and synthetic netting materials. By ensuring the stability of the soil, this erosion control method will keep newly planted seeds in place so they have time to germinate, develop roots, and grow into grass.

2. Straw Wattles

A straw wattle installed by our team on a property in Michigan.

Another way to combat soil erosion is through straw wattles. They are made with mesh tubes filled with compressed straw, which is why they are also called straw noodles. Straw wattles are often placed in ditches or on slopes to slow down the flow of water and soil.

This erosion control method is ideal if heavy winds and rainfall are the primary cause of soil erosion in your area. Wind and water erosion primarily affects the topsoil, which is crucial for supporting vegetation growth. By placing straw wattles on slopes or in ditches, you can drastically reduce the rate of erosion!

3. Silt Fence

A silt fence installed by our team on a property in Pennsylvania.

A silt fence is an erosion control method that involves placing a fence made with a thick, porous fabric in ditches or along the perimeter of a job site. The silt fence is held up by stakes or posts installed in the ground to contain disturbed soil and sediment within your property, preventing it from running off to surrounding areas and bodies of water. This erosion control fence is easy to install and cost-efficient but requires regular maintenance to ensure it works efficiently.

4. Compost Sock

Two compost socks installed by our team on a commercial property in West Virginia.

The fourth way you can control soil erosion on your property is through a compost sock. This method involves filling a mesh tube with compost or mulch and installing it perpendicular to the flow of water runoff and soil erosion. Compost socks act as a filter by trapping sediment, chemicals, and pollutants, so only clean water comes out at a slower, more controlled rate. If there are nearby bodies of water on your property, compost socks can protect them from becoming polluted because they filter the water running off your grounds.

Compost socks are flexible, which means runoff won't create channels underneath them where unfiltered water can pass through.

5. Turf Reinforcement Matting

Turf reinforcement matting is a method of erosion control where synthetic material is buried in the ground to prevent soil from moving. These mats are also made to provide space for vegetation to grow with well-secured roots. By securing the turf reinforcement mats in the ground, the soil is kept in place. They offer a permanent soil erosion control solution because as the vegetation around them grows, the roots become incorporated into the material, creating a stable structure that will keep the soil from eroding.

Tired of dealing with soil erosion? Call us today to sign up for our erosion control service!

Since 2006, our team at Big Greens has consistently provided effective erosion control solutions for our clients, and we are committed to doing what we do best on your property! We offer our reliable erosion control service to commercial properties in Ohio, Kentucky, Michigan, and nearby states.

Our team can deal with soil erosion for various types of grounds and projects. From industrial parks, athletic fields, military bases, and solar farms to wind farms and municipality grounds, we have you covered. We will visit your property and evaluate it so we can give you our expert opinion on which erosion control method suits your needs best. Call us today at (937) 539-8163 to sign up for our erosion control service.