Erosion Control & Land Rehabilitation Experts
We stabilise exposed land, prevent erosion, and support site rehabilitation with proven techniques tailored to NZ conditions
Sustainable Solutions for Unstable Slopes
Modern Environments provides comprehensive erosion control and land rehabilitation services for councils, developers, and commercial clients. Our proven techniques protect valuable land assets while establishing sustainable vegetation for long-term stability.
Comprehensive Erosion Control Services
Immediate Stabilisation: Emergency erosion control using proven techniques including silt fences, sediment traps, bunding, hydroseeding for rapid ground protection during construction phases.
Long-Term Solutions: Permanent erosion control through strategic planting, retaining structures, and engineered drainage systems designed for New Zealand’s climate and soil conditions.
Regulatory Compliance: All work complies with regional council requirements for earthworks, sediment control, and environmental protection during construction and development projects.
Specialised Techniques
Hydro-seeding: Rapid establishment of protective grass cover using our specialised equipment. Ideal for large commercial sites, road corridors, and development projects requiring quick stabilisation.
Native Planting: Sustainable rehabilitation using native plants appropriate for site conditions. Provides permanent erosion control while enhancing biodiversity.
Bio-engineering Solutions: Living retaining walls, brush layering, and vegetated rock work that combine immediate protection with long-term ecological benefits.
Applications We Serve
- Construction Sites: Temporary and permanent erosion control during development
- Road Infrastructure: Embankment stabilisation and corridor revegetation
- Commercial Developments: Site rehabilitation and landscape establishment
- Council Projects: Reserve restoration, stream bank protection, and public space development
Our Process
Establishment Care: Monitoring and maintenance during the vegetation establishment period
Proven Techniques
- Slope Stabilisation: Engineered solutions for slopes exceeding natural angle of repose
- Sediment Control: Construction-phase protection using industry best practices
- Stream Bank Protection: Bio-engineering techniques for waterway erosion control
- Revegetation: Native plant establishment for permanent erosion resistance
Environmental Benefits
- Water Quality Protection: Prevents sediment from entering waterways during construction
- Biodiversity Enhancement: Native plant establishment supports local ecosystems
- Carbon Sequestration: Long-term carbon storage through permanent vegetation
- Habitat Creation: Wildlife corridors and native bird habitat development
FAQs
We select species based on site conditions, but flax, toetoe, and cabbage trees are excellent for most New Zealand situations.
Most commercial erosion control requires consent.
Hydro-seeding shows results in 2-3 weeks. Native plantings establish over 6-18 months depending on species and conditions.
Contact Modern Environments for professional erosion control that protects your investment while enhancing the environment.