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Construction Company Fort Lauderdale FL

Fort Lauderdale's extensive canal system and sandy soils present unique water management and foundation challenges. We build structures engineered to meet Broward County's HVHZ requirements and the City's newly elevated tidal barrier standards.

Construction Company Fort Lauderdale FL

Building on the Canal Network

Fort Lauderdale's defining feature is its hundreds of miles of navigable waterways, which create highly saturated, sandy soil conditions throughout the city.

  • The Problem: Fluctuating water tables, boat wakes, and tidal flow lead to severe soil washout, slab undermining, and accelerated seawall degradation.
  • The Solution: We utilize deep foundations, advanced polyurethane soil stabilization techniques, and upgraded marine infrastructure to secure properties against settling and flooding.

Soil Stabilization & Foundation Repair

Structural Engineering Fort Lauderdale

The sandy soils along Fort Lauderdale's canals are highly prone to erosion and settling.

  1. 01 Diagnosis We use Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) and soil testing to identify loose zones and voids under your foundation.
  2. 02 The Solution For undermining and washouts, we inject high-density expansive polyurethane foam under the slab to fill the void and lift it back to level. For deeper instability, we use helical piles to bypass loose sand and anchor into a competent stratum.
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Durable Concrete for Saturated Environments

Concrete Contractor Fort Lauderdale

Concrete placed in Fort Lauderdale must resist constant moisture from high water tables and saltwater exposure.

  1. 01 Proper Cover We ensure structural rebar is never exposed to the earth, maintaining the specific clearance required by code to prevent rust and internal cracking.
  2. 02 Slab-on-Grade Expertise We properly compact the subgrade soil to prevent future settlement, a critical step in Broward County's loose, sandy environments to prevent hollow voids from forming beneath driveways and foundations.
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The 5.0 ft NAVD88 Tidal Barrier Standard

Marine Construction Fort Lauderdale

To combat sea-level rise and seasonal King Tides, the City of Fort Lauderdale has strictly updated its tidal barrier ordinance.

  1. 01 Elevation Compliance We engineer and construct seawalls to meet the new minimum top elevation of 5.0 feet NAVD88.
  2. 02 Kick-Out Prevention We replace failing walls that allow tidal waters to breach your property, utilizing deep embedment to refusal and advanced anchoring systems to prevent kick-out failure at the mudline.
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Canal-Side Pools & Wind Load Engineering

Custom Pool Construction Fort Lauderdale

Building a pool next to a Fort Lauderdale canal requires careful harmonization with the seawall structure and strict adherence to hurricane codes.

  1. 01 Wind Bracing Our screen enclosures are engineered to meet Broward County's HVHZ wind speeds, utilizing marine-grade stainless steel fasteners to prevent failure during storms.
  2. 02 Hydrostatic Relief We install standard hydrostatic relief valves to prevent the pool shell from floating out of the highly saturated ground when drained.
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Canal Overflow & Tidal Flooding Protection

Flood Barriers & Protection Fort Lauderdale

With rising water levels in Fort Lauderdale's extensive canal network, seasonal high tides increasingly breach seawalls, sending water directly into low-lying streets and waterfront properties.

  1. 01 Opening & Perimeter Defense We provide watertight, modular flood barriers tailored for waterfront homes, securing vulnerable entry points like sliding glass doors, garage openings, and low-elevation patios against sudden canal overflow.
  2. 02 Rapid Deployment When tidal flooding is forecast, our lightweight aluminum panel systems can be quickly dropped into pre-installed, permanent mounting channels, ensuring your home remains dry even when the surrounding streets flood.
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Accessory dwelling units

Add an ADU to your Fort Lauderdale property

Florida Statute 163.31771 lets homeowners add a permitted second unit, a separate kitchen, bath, and living space, on a single-family lot. We design and build them, engineered to code and blended into your existing home.

It works as rental income, a place for family, or a short-term rental, and it adds long-term value to the property.

  1. 01 Starts at $225 per square foot A 750 sq ft minimum, with a typical 700 to 750 sq ft unit running around $150,000 with good finishes.
  2. 02 One unit, many uses Rent it for extra income, keep an aging parent close, give an adult child their own space, or run it as a short-term rental.
  3. 03 Engineered design-build We design the ADU to your lot and setbacks and build it, or hand you the engineered plans to build with your own contractor.
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Why Choose Take Off Construction in Fort Lauderdale?

Local knowledge, engineering excellence, fast turnaround, and customer focus guide every Fort Lauderdale project, from Broward County coastal conditions to permits, inspections, clean job sites, and clear communication.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to raise my Fort Lauderdale seawall?

Yes, if you are building a new seawall, if your current wall is in substantial disrepair, or if you have been cited for tidal flow breaching your property, you must meet the new 5.0 ft NAVD88 standard.

What is causing my driveway or pool deck to sink?

In Fort Lauderdale, this is often caused by soil washout from heavy rains or fluctuating canal water levels slowly eroding the sandy subgrade beneath the concrete.

Are you certified for Broward County HVHZ codes?

Yes. All our structural and enclosure designs strictly comply with the High-Velocity Hurricane Zone wind load and impact requirements.