Business Details
Expert Shoreline & Landscaping Solutions in Portage, WI
Dixon Shoreline Landscaping has been dedicated to preserving and enhancing Wisconsin's natural waterfronts for over three decades. Our expertise in shoreline restoration, erosion control, and sustainable landscaping solutions stems from a deep commitment to environmental stewardship. We specialize in using native plants and eco-friendly techniques to stabilize shorelines, manage stormwater, and create functional outdoor spaces. Our team combines technical proficiency with a passion for protecting local ecosystems, offering tailored solutions for residential and commercial properties. With extensive experience in regulatory compliance and innovative bio-engineering methods, we deliver lasting results that harmonize with nature.Our services extend to designing water features, constructing retaining walls, and implementing rainwater management systems. We source plants from our private wetlands and greenhouses, ensuring regionally appropriate vegetation for every project. Recognized for our work in challenging environments, we hold certifications as a State Erosion & Sediment Inspector and Licensed Nursery Grower. Our approach emphasizes collaboration with clients to achieve both aesthetic and ecological goals. By prioritizing sustainable practices, we help property owners maintain resilient landscapes while contributing to broader environmental conservation efforts.
Services
Shoreline Protection
Full Landscaping
Water Features
Hillside Erosion Control
Retaining Wall Installation
Storm Water Management
Rain Gardens
Bio-Engineering
Wetland Construction
The Lake Saver Installation
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of specialized expertise in Wisconsin shoreline ecosystems
- Our team implements patented Envirolok geobag systems for slope stabilization
- We source native plants from our own wetlands and greenhouses
- Our designs combine DNR regulatory compliance with ecological preservation
- We provide complete project management from consultation to installation
Associations and certifications
- State Erosion & Sediment Inspector
- Licensed Nursery Grower
What people say
Knowledgeable staff
Effective erosion control
Beautiful sustainable landscapes
Professional guidance
Lasting results
Services
Shoreline Protection
Our shoreline restoration service stabilizes eroded areas using native plants and sustainable techniques. This protects properties from water damage while enhancing natural beauty through eco-friendly methods. The service improves water quality and creates habitats for native wildlife.
Full Landscaping
We transform outdoor spaces with custom designs featuring native plants and eco-friendly solutions. Our approach balances aesthetics with functionality, creating sustainable landscapes that require less maintenance while preserving local ecosystems through regionally appropriate vegetation.
Hillside Erosion Control
Expert solutions prevent soil loss on steep slopes using vegetation, drainage systems, and stabilization techniques. We implement permanent fixes for erosion problems while maintaining natural aesthetics through native plant integration and bio-engineering methods.
Water Features
We create natural water features that blend with existing landscapes. Services include designing ponds, waterfalls, and wetland areas that support local wildlife while adding beauty and tranquility to properties through sustainable construction techniques.
Storm Water Management
Our systems manage stormwater runoff using rain gardens, harvesting systems, and specialized drainage solutions. These eco-friendly approaches prevent erosion, reduce flooding risks, and improve water quality through natural filtration processes that mimic regional hydrological patterns.
People
Pat Dixon
Owner
Pat Dixon founded Dixon Shoreline Landscaping with over 30 years of expertise in sustainable landscaping. He developed The Lake Saver product and specializes in regulatory-compliant shoreline restoration projects across Wisconsin's diverse ecosystems.
Questions
What shoreline restoration services do you offer?
We stabilize eroded shorelines using native plants and sustainable techniques that protect properties while enhancing natural ecosystems through DNR-compliant methods.
Do you provide erosion control for steep slopes?
Our hillside erosion control includes vegetation, drainage systems, and stabilization techniques that prevent soil loss while maintaining natural aesthetics.
What is The Lake Saver product?
The Lake Saver is an innovative sediment bag that captures pollutants from rainwater runoff, reducing contaminants entering waterways while being easy to install and maintain.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Wisconsin properties including Portage, Lake Wisconsin, Madison, Wisconsin Dells, and Lost Canyon locations.
Are consultations charged?
Yes, we require a consultation fee for initial site evaluations to assess erosion issues and develop customized restoration plans.
Reviews (3)
Lynn Groeschel
Apr 26, 2018
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My husband & I have been going to links for 24 years, since we moved to the area. They are always friendly, answer all our questions and seem to have.
Janessa Kleist
May 21, 2017
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My family has been going to links for 15 years and picking asparagus every year. Today we had absolute terrible customer service by an owner. We asked.
Judy Meredith
Oct 28, 2016
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I have had wonderful luck with everything I purchase at Links Greenhouse. They are all knowledgeable and very friendly.
