The construction of a foundation and the structure atop it relies on good ground. You don’t want your foundation to sit on unstable soil, as it can damage your building or cause significant problems down the line. However, some buildings do sit on less-than-stable grounds, all thanks to underpinning. Here is a look at why screw piles are useful in underpinning for your home.
Lifting the Foundation
Screw piles lift a foundation so that it does not rest fully on the soil below. The foundation can distribute weight onto the piles, which means the structure does not have to rely on unstable soil.
Providing Extra Support
Screw piles can support the foundation of your home, as the piles evenly distribute the weight of the structure. Giving extra support to your foundation means it can handle more weight within the same space. By utilizing pier underpinning, you can rely on your foundation to support the weight of your home as you construct it or perform renovations.
Reaching Steady Ground
If your home sits on unsteady ground, you can use screw piles to reach past the loose dirt near the surface and get to the more solid parts of the ground far below. Many construction crews struggle with loose topsoil or wet ground that shifts easily, but these piers can anchor the building’s foundation and protect the structure. This benefit makes underpinning extremely popular in places with unsteady ground and especially locations near bodies of water.
Underpinning uses screw piles to secure foundations, and this method can be a great solution when you want to strengthen the foundation of your home or prevent future issues. It is a great way to support your home construction or renovations, and it is surprisingly easy to add before or after the construction of the foundation.
