How Helical Piles Solves Bad Soil Problems In New Construction
If you're planning a new construction project, you may have some potentially bad soil problems. Of course, you ultimately need to get a building up and running, but the ground under your feet could be better.
If this sounds like your situation, then helical piles might be the answer. They are specially designed to penetrate through poor soil and still provide a solid foundation for your building.
The helix shape of these piles makes them more effective than other types of foundations because they can twist their way through difficult soils.
What Are Helical Piles?
GoliathTech helical (screw) pile heads are equipped with a nut-type fastening system. This innovative anchoring solution allows the structure to be attached directly to the piles, thus preventing lateral and vertical movement of the structure. In addition, it also offers a high resistance to tearing.
Advantages Of Helical Piles
Since being developed in the middle of the 19th century, builders have used helical piles in countless projects worldwide. The general concept is fairly simple, but the result is that complicated buildings with delicate foundations can be built in places that could not otherwise support them.
Expedited Installation
The helical pile allows for faster installation than traditional drilled-in pilings because it does not require a large amount of heavy equipment to be brought to the site. As a result, this process can save time and money on projects where there is little space for heavy equipment.
Minimized Impact on the Work Site
Unlike other types of piling systems, the helical pile does not require large holes in the ground, making it easier to install in areas with other existing structures or obstructions around where you want your new building built. In fact, our installation process helps you to avoid excavation, and you can begin building as soon as the helical piles are complete.
Provides Stability to Foundations on Poor or Loose Soil
The helical pile is often used as an alternative method of support for buildings that need additional structural support but cannot afford the cost associated with installing deeper and wider concrete footings. However, these types of applications are only sometimes suitable for certain situations due to their limitations, such as how deep they can go into the soil.
Year Round Installation With Minimal Impact On Landscape
Helical Piles are a great option for homeowners who want to install a new foundation without disrupting the landscape. Unlike other types of foundations, helical piles can be installed year- round, which means you don't have to worry about getting your yard torn up during cold months. The installation process is also pretty quick and easy, so you'll be able to get back to enjoying your yard in no time.
Types Of Soil You Can Use Helical Piles
Many types of soil can be used with helical piles. For example, a helical pile can be installed in poor soil. Soils with a high clay content are considered "heavy soils."
Clay is another type of soil commonly used for helical piles because it has a good load-bearing capacity and does not compact easily.
The Difference between Helical Screw Piles And Other Foundation Systems In Poor Soil
The difference between helical screw piles and other foundation systems in poor soil is that helical screw piles are a good solution for areas with insufficient soil to support a traditional foundation.
This insufficiency can be due to problems with erosion and poor drainage or even the type of soil present. Other foundation options include concrete columns, mat foundations, spread footings, and post-and-beam foundations.
A helical screw pile supports itself by turning its weight into a downward thrust to get anchored into the ground. This means there isn't any need for additional materials like concrete or grout — it does all of this on its own!
Unlike other types of foundations, helical piers won’t settle or move so you won’t have to worry about cracks in your wall or foundation.
Contact Us For All Your Helical Pile Foundation Needs
Bad soil? Wet soil? Poorly compacted fill? Our helical pilings can be installed through the bad soil into firm, virgin soil to support your building. The piles are typically capped with a head to tie into and support your rebar grid. We offer a fast and simple fix to the poor soil problem.