Setting a Pool Over a House in Marietta, Georgia

Patriot Lifting
Jan 7
2 min read

Not every lift happens on an open jobsite. Some require careful planning, tight clearances, and absolute precision—especially in residential neighborhoods.

Patriot Lifting was recently called to set a swimming pool into a backyard in Marietta, with one major challenge: the pool had to be lifted over the house to reach its final location. With limited access and finished property below, this was a lift where every detail mattered.

The Challenge: Tight Access and Zero Room for Error

Backyard pool installs often leave no path for ground equipment. In this case, the only way in was up and over.

Key challenges included:

Clearing the home safely without contact or swing
Protecting roofs, landscaping, and surrounding structures
Maintaining level control of a large, rigid load
Working within a residential neighborhood with limited setup space

A lift like this demands calm conditions, a disciplined crew, and an operator who can make precise movements.

The Plan: Right Crane, Clear Communication

Before the lift, Patriot Lifting coordinated with the pool installer and homeowner to develop a clear plan:

Verified the pool’s weight, dimensions, and lift points
Selected a crane configuration that provided reach and stability
Planned the lift path to clear the roofline and set directly into the backyard
Conducted a pre-lift safety briefing to align roles and signals

With residential lifts, preparation is everything—there’s no margin for improvisation once the load is in the air.

The Lift: Smooth, Controlled, and Steady

As the pool was rigged and lifted, the focus stayed on slow, deliberate movement. The operator maintained steady hoist and boom control while ground crews guided alignment from below.

Throughout the lift:

Movements were kept smooth to prevent sway
Clearances were monitored continuously
Communication stayed constant from pick to set

The pool was carried cleanly over the house and lowered directly into its final position in the backyard exactly as planned.

The Result: A Clean Set and a Happy Homeowner

With the pool safely set, the installer was able to continue work immediately, and the homeowner avoided disruption or damage to their property. What could have been a complex logistical challenge turned into a smooth, efficient operation.

This project is a perfect example of how professional crane services enable unique residential installations that wouldn’t be possible otherwise.

Why Homeowners & Contractors Trust Patriot Lifting