Restore Your Waterfront Back To Its Natural Beauty!
Sterling Milfoil Removal knows very well that the lure of the Pacific Northwest has attracted boats and boaters for many centuries. The temperate climate, beautiful scenery, and abundant resources drew early explorers to sail there, and today still brings both pleasure boaters in their 18’ ski boats and merchant mariners in their behemoth 1000’ container ships. These vessels, galleons, pleasure boats and working ships may have very little in common, but the one characteristic they share is that they all have the potential to be carrying stowaways from far off ports- often seeds & plant fragments!
Once the new plant material is introduced to our Pacific Northwest waters they are considered an invasive plant species and depending on how rapidly it spreads and i’s habitat range it might be classified as a “Noxious Weed”. In the Pacific Northwest’s case, the foreign aquatic plants frequently find that the lakes and rivers of the Pacific Northwest offer a prime growing location with minimal freezing, nutrient rich sediment and few or no natural predators. Once established, these colonies of aquatic plants quickly overcome native species of plants which were previously kept in balance naturally by predators and seasonal growing patterns. Long story short, they leave a mess.
Milfoil Makes Things Messy, Fast
If these pesky aquatic weeds are tangling your props, clogging your jet skis, and tickling your toes as you swim, Sterling Milfoil Removal is here to help! SMR removes and prevents noxious aquatic weeds from Washington to Southern California. Their methods are long lasting, environmentally friendly, and require almost no maintenance!
Noxious weeds do more than aggravate the home & boat owner. They hinder the growth of their native plants and create a stressed environment for native fish. SMR has developed multiple solutions to manage these plants effectively and restore your waterfront back to its natural state for years to come.
Sterling Milfoil Removal Uses the Lastest Technology
Sterling Milfoil has a complete Geographic Information System (GIS) and submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV) mapping & assessment department equipped with all the latest software and tools to collect data. These tools and resources allow them to quickly map lakes, rivers, and streams to show the percentage of plant coverage and the height of said plants. With this data, Sterling Milfoil is able to create effective and affordable management plans for large bodies of water affected by invasive aquatic plants.
Sterling Milfoil’s management plans are designed specifically for each property. They incorporate multiple removal and preventative techniques into one management plan to help give you a lasting solution at an affordable price. Bottom barriers, mechanical harvesting, and herbicidal treatments are used to do this.
Sterling Milfoil Removal Divers
Sterling Milfoil utilizes these specific harvesting techniques depending on the circumstances. The most common technique used in residential markets is “hand removal”. This involves divers removing specific species by hand. A surface support crew then collects all fragments and disposes of them at an upland composting facility. This method is very effective in restoring the waterfront for one season.
Another common method is “diver dredging”. This technique involves the use of high powered water pumps which divers use to suck specific noxious species from the substrate. This method is highly effective in removing specific species and collecting them on the surface in large or dense areas.
For those seeking a longer term solution, Sterling Milfoil Removal is the West Coast distributor for Aquascreen Bottom Barriers. Aquascreen is a soft fabric that stops sunlight from reaching aquatic plants preventing them from growing. When used in early spring the benthic barrier will prevent growth immediately and do so for 8-10 years. Bottom barriers are the perfect solution for medium to large sized areas. They provide long lasting results for both weeds and muck.
Clean Water, Clean Environment
Unlike other research companies, Sterling Milfoil is an aquatic weed control company giving them first hand knowledge of the species and their removal techniques. This will make your data more understandable and usable.
Sterling Milfoil Removal is a licensed, bonded, and insured contractor for the local and federal sectors. Their company meets or exceeds all regulations for diving operations and aquatic weed removal. They respond promptly to RFP’s and provide prompt services within the budget. SMR works on beaches, sloughs, rivers, lakes, ponds, and habitat refuges.
Sterling Marine Also Provides Yacht Repair & Service
Sterling Marine Diving Group is also a leading provider of underwater yacht repair and inspection services in the Pacific Northwest Region. Their divers have extensive experience and training in all aspects of preventative maintenance and repair. Repairs and services include anode maintenance, video inspections, hull cleaning, max-prop maintenance and pitch change, propeller removal, installation, & underwater polishing, and thru-hull removal, repair, & installation. Sterling Marine’s divers also specialize in floating home maintenance. Floating homes are susceptible to much harsher conditions than an average home. Sterling Marine is able inspect and maintain your flotation, utilities, and dock connections to ensure they are in good working order.
Clean up your waterfront and make its natural beauty shine! Doing so isn’t just good for aesthetics- it’s the right thing to do for the environment too. Animals will thank you, as will your boat. Contact Sterling Milfoil Removal today for a milfoil removal quote!
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