Metal sheet piling is the correct specification when lateral earth or water pressure exceeds residential-grade tolerances, when you need a 50+ year design life, when vessel berthing loads or high surcharge apply, or when regulatory agencies specify a structural system. Vinyl is appropriate for typical residential canal seawalls with low surcharge and shorter design life requirements. Our PE determines the right system based on soil borings and load analysis, not cost alone.

For county-only permits (no FDEP or USACE), typical review is 4–10 weeks depending on the county and backlog. When FDEP ERP is required, add 60–90 days. Army Corps Individual Permits can run 6–18 months; Nationwide Permits are typically 45 days. BAM submits complete application packages and responds to agency RFIs within 5 business days to avoid delays. We give you a realistic permit timeline at the scoping stage before you commit to a project schedule.

South Florida’s combination of saltwater, high sulfate soils, and hydrogen sulfide in tidal canals accelerates steel corrosion significantly compared to inland applications. Our standard specification for marine environments combines hot-dip galvanizing (ASTM A123) with an epoxy coal tar topcoat in the splash zone and submerged zone. For projects requiring 60+ year service life, we add a sacrificial anode cathodic protection system. All specifications are documented in PE-stamped drawings and submitted with the permit application.

Most South Florida seawall and bulkhead installation is performed from the land side using a vibratory hammer mounted on an excavator. No barge is required for typical canal widths. Vibratory installation is significantly quieter and lower vibration than impact driving, which protects adjacent structures and reduces neighbor impact. For wider waterways or projects requiring barge access, we coordinate marine contractor logistics. Pre-construction vibration monitoring is available for projects adjacent to sensitive structures.

Yes. BAM Brick and Mortar company is the GC and permit applicant for the county building permit. Our structural PE stamps the construction drawings. We coordinate and prepare the FDEP ERP application, respond to agency RFIs, and manage Army Corps coordination where navigable waters are involved. The owner signs the applications as the property owner, but BAM manages every submission, response, and inspection. You receive one contract, one point of contact, and one closeout package covering all permits.