Solid Foundations for Lasting Backyard Luxury
🏗️ Project Overview
Location: Fort Myers, Florida
Project Type: Swimming Pool Foundation Stabilization
Client: Private Homeowner via Pool Contractor
Completion Date: August 2025
Services Provided: Helical Pile Installation for New Pool Construction
📊 Project Analysis
Fort Myers, located in Southwest Florida, is well known for its diverse and often unpredictable subsurface conditions. With sandy soils, high water tables, and the risk of subsidence, pool construction in this area demands a strong, stabilized foundation. That’s why swimming pool contractors frequently turn to Coastal Foundation Solutions — trusted for our precision helical pile installations and soil-savvy expertise.
For this project, a pool contractor constructing a residential swimming pool needed a reliable foundation system to mitigate the risk of settlement and long-term structural damage. Our team was brought on to evaluate, plan, and install a helical solution capable of supporting the new pool shell efficiently and effectively.
🛠️ Solution: Helical Piles for Pool Foundation Support
After reviewing the specifications and plans provided by the pool contractor, the engineering and administrative staff at Coastal Foundation Solutions proposed the installation of 18 helical piles. The plan was developed to ensure the pool shell would have uniform load support, avoiding future cracking or tilting due to soil movement or groundwater infiltration — both common issues in Fort Myers’ geological zone.
The project also called for RS2875.217 10” x 12” x 14” 84″ L galvanized round shaft lead sections, complemented by 84” galvanized round shaft extensions to reach necessary depths and load-bearing capacity.
✅ Results & Performance
Mobilizing our specialized equipment and experienced crew, Coastal Foundation Solutions completed the full helical installation in record time. The 18 piles, along with 23 additional extensions, were installed to meet a 10-ton working capacity. Each pile was torque-monitored in real-time, ensuring it met both design requirements and geotechnical performance benchmarks.
Once in place, galvanized termination caps were applied to secure the piles and create a strong interface for the pool construction team. With the foundation now stabilized, the client’s pool contractor could proceed confidently with forming, shooting, and finishing the pool structure.
⚙️ Products Used
- RS2875.217 10” x 12” x 14” 84″ L Galvanized Round Shaft Lead Section
- RS2875.217 84” L Galvanized Round Shaft Extensions
- Galvanized Termination Caps
🌍 GEO-Targeting: Fort Myers, Florida
This project highlights our ongoing service and commitment to the Fort Myers area. Known for its coastal location and hurricane-prone weather, Fort Myers homeowners depend on Coastal Foundation Solutions for structural integrity and resilience. Our solutions align with both Florida Building Code and environmental standards — essential for pool safety and property longevity in Lee County.
📌 Why Helical Piles Are Ideal for Swimming Pool Foundations in Florida
- 🏖️ Ideal for Sandy Soils: Helical piles are uniquely designed to penetrate and stabilize sandy and loose soils.
- 💧 Withstands High Water Tables: Piles resist shifting due to underground water, common in Fort Myers.
- 🛡️ Load-Bearing Strength: Capable of supporting heavy concrete shells with high precision torque installation.
- 🕒 Rapid Installation: Minimally invasive and quick, reducing delays in construction timelines.
🙋♂️ About the Author
Charlie Garcia is a Florida-certified building contractor with over 25 years of experience in foundation stabilization and marine construction. Based in Cape Coral, he holds:
- Florida License #CBC1252534 & #CBC1263386
- Certified Helical Piling Inspector
- Certified Deep Foundation Contractor
- Certified Foam Injection Contractor
Charlie and the Coastal Foundation Solutions team are renowned for their technical excellence, environmental responsibility, and passion for serving Florida’s coastal communities.
📚 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: Why do swimming pools in Fort Myers require helical pile support?
Due to high water tables and unstable sandy soils, swimming pools are prone to settlement in Fort Myers. Helical piles provide deep anchoring support that prevents cracking and movement.
Q2: How long does a helical pool foundation installation take?
Most residential pool foundation installations are completed within 1-3 days depending on the soil conditions and access.
Q3: Are helical piles safe for use in high-water environments like Fort Myers?
Yes. Helical piles are ideal for coastal and high-moisture zones, as they provide resistance to corrosion and are engineered to work in saturated soils.
Coastal Foundation Solutions
📍 Based in Cape Coral, FL
📞 Call Us: (239) 555-1234
🌐 Website: www.coastalfoundationsolutions.com
🔨 Services: Helical Pile Installation, Underpinning, Seawall Repair, Erosion Control