Sitting right on the Wolf River, Shiocton is river-town Wisconsin with all the water that comes with it.
Shiocton straddles the Wolf River northwest of Appleton, a small community known for its river, its sturgeon-viewing at Bamboo Bend, and the fishing and hunting that draw people here. Riverfront and low-lying lots come with drainage and erosion to manage.
We plan Shiocton landscapes around the water — stabilizing banks, steering runoff, and choosing plants that handle wet ground and river-valley conditions.
Being on the Wolf River means paying attention to where water goes. We stabilize banks with deep-rooted plantings and stone, grade to manage spring runoff, and choose moisture-tolerant natives for the low spots that stay wet.
French drains, dry creek beds, rain gardens, and regrading that end standing water in our clay soil for good.
Learn moreNative-forward gardens, trees, and shrubs chosen to survive Zone 5 winters and thrive with less water and upkeep.
Learn moreEngineered retaining walls that terrace slopes, stop erosion, and reclaim usable yard — built to hold through freeze-thaw.
Learn moreA custom, buildable plan for your whole yard — drainage, plantings, and hardscape that fit your property and our climate.
Learn morePaver and natural-stone walkways that guide people through your yard safely — built to stay level and ice-free.
Learn moreSpring wake-ups and fall winterization that keep your yard healthy through Wisconsin's toughest transitions.
Learn moreYes. Wolf River lots need bank stabilization and smart runoff management. We engineer against erosion up front and choose plants that handle wet, river-valley ground.
About twenty-five minutes northwest of Appleton, well within the rural areas we serve.
That's a specialty. We assess how water moves, then use grading, drains, or a rain garden to solve the standing water before building anything on top of it.
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