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”. Some foundation repairs are simple and can be corrected quickly, perhaps because the issue was caught early. Others are from years of neglect or a severe structural problem that occurred at the time of construction. When you receive your initial quote.
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 the site you will be installing your piles, there is a 24 inch slab of concrete below! Yes, that would have been nice to know in advance. But needless to say, even with that being the case, GoliathTechNC was able
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 North Carolina leader in Helical piles and piers, we will review some of the creative use cases for our products. Boardwalks GoliathTechNC has installed our helical piles and piers to support dozens of boardwalks and walkways across wetlands, swamp and ponds. Generally
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 the slab has developed an uneven moisture content. That is to say that some of the soils under the slab have more moisture and some have less. When this happens in soils with expansive characteristics, it can result in dramatic
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 a screw-pile, the piles were made of cast or wrought iron and were screwed into the ground. The design and installation method provided more stability in weak soils than traditional straight piers. Helical piles have become an accepted industry solution