Helical Piles Blog

Raleigh Foundation Repair One of the most common questions we receive from homeowners is, how much will the foundation repair cost….but even before we see the project or have a structural engineer consult with us.  The answer is “it can vary”. 

  One of the preferred ways by structural engineers to support concrete slabs, is via a helical screw pile.  Now, typically this is not too difficult of a project, except when the builder forgets to tell you that

While most people understand that Helical Piles & Piers can be used to fix foundations, what the North Carolina market is starting to understand is the wide array of applications in new construction.  In this blog post by GoliathTechNC, the

One of the most common questions being asked of us is, “why is my foundation having a problem?”  The answer is that while there can be many reasons for a foundation problem, the most common is that the sub-grade beneath

History The helical pile was invented by Alexander Mitchell, an Irish engineer, as a method to stabilize lighthouses, moorings and other structures that were built on sand and mud. The first helical foundation system was installed in the 1830’s. Originally called