Concrete Services Photo Album: Pool Deck Stabilized in Cape Coral, FL

Mark L. lives in a waterfront home in Cape Coral, Florida and over time he noticed cracks on his pool deck and stem wall. Concerned about the damage, he contacted LRE Foundation Repair to assess and fix his home before things could get worse. LRE's team inspected the property and found that severe erosion was the problem. They designed a solution that would eliminate the erosion for good. LRE used a process called chemical grouting, which involves injecting a material made of polyurethane foam deep into the soil through small pins placed strategically around the deck and surrounding areas. As the material is injected, it flows through the loose soils, expanding to fill any voids, and curing to stabilize the area. This compaction and stabilization works to seal and protect the area from future damage. After completing the project, LRE cleaned up any excess material and debris, leaving the site pristine. The homeowner was relieved that his worries were put to rest and happy with the permanently stabilized foundation.

Severe Settlement to Stem Wall

This pool deck area near Cape Coral had massive cracks and settlement due to erosion, being located so close to the water.

Deck and Tile Damage on Pool Deck

Cracks were spreading throughout the pool deck leaving damage to the stucco and tile as well as affecting the integrity of the foundation.

Deep Injection Points in Pool Deck

LRE drilled small holes throughout the pool deck to install small metal poles used to inject the chemical grout material. This material is used to stabilize the area.

Deep Injection Chemical Grout

LRE injected a material that expands due to a chemical reaction. As it expands, it compacts loose soils and fills in large voids that cause cracks to appear.

Expanding Chemical Grout Material

Once chemical grout is injected through small pipes, it flows freely through loose soils, expanding upon contact to fill in holes.

Chemical Grout in Deck

This material is used not only to stabilize the stem wall, but also to stabilize the entire pool deck and walkway where erosion may have caused voids.