Helical piers, also known as helical piles or screw piles, are steel foundation anchors designed to stabilize structures that suffer from foundation settlement or shifting. When helical pier installation is done correctly, they are provide long-term support for your home or business.
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Helical Pier Installation in Minneapolis, MN
If you struggle with cracks, uneven floors, sticking doors, or other structural issues, Standard Water Control provides helical pier installation to stabilize your foundation. Our team evaluates your space, identifies the source of the movement, and recommends the right solution for your property.
If you struggle with cracks, uneven floors, sticking doors, or other structural issues, Standard Water Control provides helical pier installation to stabilize your foundation. Our team evaluates your space, identifies the source of the movement, and recommends the right solution for your property.
What is a Helical Pier?
How Do Helical Piers Work?
A hydraulic machine mechanically rotates each pier into the more stable soil layers or bedrock beneath the foundation. Using a pressure gauge, work crews measure when the piers reach the proper resistance needed to bear the intended load. After they reach optimal depth, the screw-like shape ensures a firm grip in the soil to prevent the structure from moving. A top bracket is then installed to transfer the weight of your home or building to the pier and stabilize the foundation to prevent further damage.
7 Signs You May Need Helical Piers Installation
Your foundation supports the weight of your entire building. Issues with it shifting or sinking could manifest across all areas of the structure. Here are some key warning signs that you may need helical piers to stabilize things:
- Cracks in walls: The most common sign is cracking basement walls. Horizontal or stair-step cracks in brickwork or drywall are also tell-tale signs of foundation movement.
- Doors and windows sticking: If doors and windows suddenly become difficult to open or close, it could be a sign of shifting.
- Uneven floors: Floors that slope or dip often point to foundation problems.
- Gaps between walls and ceilings: Visible separation can indicate significant structural issues.
- Bowing basement walls: Pressure on your foundation walls from soil movement may cause bowing or tilting.
- Leaning chimney: A chimney that tilts is a likely sign that foundational shifting has occurred.
- Musty/leaking basement: Foundation shifts can expose your basement to outside moisture which can lead to mold growth and a musty smell.
How We Install Helical Piers
As your premiere helical pier installation company in Minnesota, we follow a quick, non-invasive process that begins with a thorough assessment of your foundation. Here’s what to expect:
- Foundation inspection: A professional will assess your foundation to determine the number and placement of piers.
- Excavation: We dig small guiding holes where the piers will be installed.
- Pier installation: The helical piers are driven deep into stable soil layers using hydraulic equipment.
- Connection to the foundation: Once installed, the piers are connected to the foundation with brackets that lift and stabilize the structure.
- Restoration: After installation, the excavation sites are filled and your property is restored to its original condition.
Serving Minneapolis, MN and the Twin Cities Area
Standard Water Control provides helical pier installation throughout Minneapolis and the Twin Cities area. Our team evaluates the conditions affecting each property and recommends an approach based on our professional findings.
If you’re searching for helical pier installation near you in Minneapolis or the surrounding area, start with a free foundation inspection from Standard Water Control.
Why Choose Standard Water Control?
Helical pier installation requires a contractor with local experience and an understanding of how foundation settlement affects properties in your community. At Standard Water Control, we take the time before the work even starts to identify the source of the problem and explain the recommended repair. Our goal is to help you feel confident before, during, and after the work is complete. We back that mission with results.
- Local experience: Serving homeowners in Minnesota and Western Wisconsin since 1977.
- Proven foundation repair experience: As local foundation experts, we’ve installed more than 2 million feet of drain tile.
- Training and certifications: Licensed, bonded, and certified, we’ve earned an A+ BBB rating and uphold the National Association of Waterproofing and Structural Repair Contractors’ strict Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics.
- Clear project scope: We’ll review the recommended work and project expectations before we begin installation.
- Warranty protection: Our warranty lasts for the life of your foundation and is transferable to new owners if you move.
Factors That Affect Helical Pier Installation Costs
Helical pier installation cost varies by property because each foundation and site requires a different repair plan. Standard Water Control evaluates the structure before recommending the number, depth, and placement of piers. After the inspection, we’ll explain the recommended scope and provide you with an estimate so you understand the proposed repair before work begins.
Common factors that affect the project scope and cost include:
- Number of piers required: Larger or more complex repairs may require additional piers.
- Installation depth: Site conditions influence how deep each pier must extend to reach suitable load-bearing material.
- Foundation size and condition: The extent and location of settlement affect the repair plan.
- Site access: Equipment accessibility may affect the installation process.
- Engineering requirements: Some projects require additional structural planning or engineering.
- Overall project complexity: Each property presents different structural and installation conditions.
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