Helical Piers

Homes compromised by foundation settlement pose a threat to your family. Helical piers are a reliable solution to stabilize and repair structural issues.

Baker’s Waterproofing offers SettleStop™ Helical Pier installations for foundation repair, serving Pennsylvania to ensure customer satisfaction and prevent further damage.

What Are Helical Piers?

Helical piers, also known as helical piles or screw piles, are used to transfer structural loads from unstable soil to bedrock or more stable strata. They provide permanent foundation stability and can lift settling foundation sections. Helical piers consist of steel shafts with helical plates that screw into the ground, providing excellent load-bearing capacity.

They are installed using hydraulic equipment and are a critical component of a whole-home repair strategy, along with basement repair, waterproofing, and crawl space encapsulation. This solution offers long-lasting support, ensuring that your foundation remains stable for years to come.

Signs You Need Helical Piers

Helical piers are an ideal solution if your home shows any of these common signs of a settling foundation:

It’s important to quickly address any signs of foundation problems to prevent them from worsening and costing more in the long run. Contact a reliable foundation repair expert specialist, like Baker’s Waterproofing, to mitigate further damage.

Are Helical Piers Necessary?

If your home is experiencing any of the symptoms mentioned above, helical piers may be your solution. Foundation issues tend to worsen over time and can lead to additional problems like mold growth, which could be costly to repair. We suggest stabilizing your foundation early with helical piers to protect your home and prevent major repair costs.

As experts in whole-home solutions, we thoroughly examine all issues related to foundation settlement and develop an integrated plan to repair your home’s structure and safeguard your investment.

While helical piers are a reliable solution for foundation settlement, Baker’s Waterproofing provides a range of foundation pier systems, such as push piers and slab piers, which can also offer significant benefits. During a free inspection, our professionals evaluate your needs and recommend the best solution for your specific situation.

What Are the Benefits of Helical Piers?

Our SettleStop™ Helical Pier System is renowned for its strength and durability. We tailor each installation to your home’s unique needs, providing a range of benefits, including:

Permanent Reinforcement: Our helical piers anchor to bedrock or denser soil beneath the ground, offering a long-term solution.
Prevention of Additional Damage: Our helical piers immediately stabilize foundations, preventing further settlement damage.
Potential for Foundation Restoration: Our helical piers may lift your foundation back into position, restoring your home’s structure.
Longevity: Our helical piers are designed to last and come with a lifetime warranty.
Expert Installation: Our certified team ensures high-quality installation, guaranteeing effectiveness.
Comprehensive Home Solution: Helical piers integrate seamlessly with our home repair strategy, providing a comprehensive solution.

Choose Baker’s Waterproofing for our proprietary solutions and expert services. Our helical piers offer benefits that generic products cannot match.

How We Install Helical Piers

SettleStop™ Helical Piers need expert installation. Here’s how our team at Baker’s Waterproofing does it:

Site Assessment: We inspect your property to identify foundation issues and the best locations for pier installation.
Exterior Excavation: We excavate to reveal the foundation footing.
Advance Piers into Soil: Hydraulic equipment drives the piers deep into the soil. We monitor torque carefully.
Attach Footing Bracket: We secure a steel bracket to the footing and cap the pier. The weight of the structure shifts onto the piers.
Attempt to Lift the Structure: We lift sinking parts of the structure with hydraulic lift equipment.
Backfill and Benchmark: We restore disturbed areas, remove debris, and place small rivets in exterior walls as benchmarks.

Baker’s Waterproofing is a top foundation repair expert in the region. Trust us to evaluate and install helical piers to stabilize your home.

Why Our Helical Piers Are the Best Choice for Your Home

SettleStop™ Helical Piers have many advantages:

Versatility: Use for new construction, repairs, and challenging soil.
Speed: Quick, efficient installation by professionals.
Load-Bearing: Tactically spaced for maximum load-bearing capacity. Great for lighter structures.
Eco-Friendly: Minimal disturbance to surrounding landscape, limited excavation.
Year-Round Use: Install in any season, weather permitting.

Contact Baker’s Waterproofing for Helical Piers Today!

Protect your home from foundation settlement damage by taking immediate action. The longer you delay, the more severe and expensive the damage becomes.

Contact Baker’s Waterproofing today to book a free, no-obligation inspection and estimate. Our helical piers offer an ideal solution to permanently stabilize your foundation and potentially restore it to its original position. Homeowners rely on our exceptional customer service and high-quality solutions.

FAQs

Are helical piers expensive?

The cost of helical piers depends on the project size and number of piers needed. Baker’s Waterproofing has competitive pricing and financing options, making the solution affordable for customers.

Can helical piers be used for any foundation type?

Yes, helical piers are versatile and can be used for various foundation types, including concrete slabs, crawl spaces, and basement foundations. Contact Baker’s Waterproofing for a free inspection to see if helical piers are a good fit for your home.

Are helical piers suitable for all soil types?

Yes, helical piers can be used in various soil types, including sandy, clay, and rocky soils. Helical piers are particularly effective in addressing foundation repair concerns in areas with prevalent silt and expansive clay-based soils, which are commonly found throughout Pennsylvania.