Protecting The Coast: Company Works To Save NC Homes
Protecting The Coast: Company Works To Save NC Homes
US · Published Oct 7, 2025
Crum Works, Inc. is working to protect Outer Banks homes from coastal erosion using deep pilings and relocation.
Recent storms and king tides have caused multiple home collapses, highlighting the urgent need for action.
Long-term solutions like jetties and beach replenishment are crucial for protecting vulnerable coastal properties.
Safeguarding homes from coastal erosion threats
Crum Works, Inc. is dedicated to safeguarding homes along North Carolina's Outer Banks from the escalating threat of coastal erosion. The company offers solutions such as retrofitting homes with deep pilings and relocating structures to mitigate the impact of unprecedented erosion rates. Older homes, constructed under outdated building codes, are particularly vulnerable. Recent severe storms and king tides have resulted in at least nine home collapses, underscoring the critical need for sustainable, long-term strategies like the construction of jetties and comprehensive beach replenishment programs to protect at-risk properties.
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