Introduction
Helical piles are a common method of foundation engineering. They can be installed in a faster, more cost-effective way than traditional methods and are beneficial for many different types of projects.
Foundation stability.
Helical piles are used to stabilize foundations. They are installed in pairs and used in a helix pattern, meaning that the first pile is placed below ground level and then the second one is installed above it. This allows for better soil stability, as well as increased load bearing capacity when compared to conventional pile foundations with single piles or no stakes at all.
Helical piles have been proven effective at stabilizing many types of soils including clayey or silty soils with low to medium compressive strength (50–500 psi), sandy gravels with high shear strength (500+ psi) and soft clays with low shear strength (<1,000 psi). The depth at which concrete lifting Utah will be placed can range from 0-30 feet depending on your needs; if you’re wanting extra support then consider installing them near your foundation’s edge rather than deep within its core area—that way there won’t be any issues later down the road when trying
Cost effectiveness.
Helical piles are cost effective because they’re cheaper to install than other types of piling. When compared to cylindrical or T stakes, helical piles have a lower initial cost and payback period. Additionally, the life expectancy of these structures is much longer than other types of piles—helical piles can last up to 50 years!
Expedited installation time.
Helical piles can be installed in a day or two, compared to the time it takes to dig holes and lay piles. This is because helical piles are drilled into the ground rather than dug out by hand. Drilling is quicker than digging; it also reduces your overall installation costs because you don’t need to pay for labor or equipment rental fees on top of any other expenses associated with digging holes and laying cables.
Helical piles save money and time.
Helical piles are a cost-effective way to build foundations. They can be installed in areas that have difficult access and soil conditions, such as soft sand or clay. The foundation will be built in one piece, so you don’t have to dig deep for the pile and put it in place. This saves time and money compared with other types of foundation methods such as pile driving, hydraulic push piers requires heavy equipment along with a track system that ties into your home’s existing foundation walls or columns (if they’re already in place).
Helical piles also save on labor costs because they’re easier than other forms of geotechnical engineering because they require less digging holes—and thus fewer workers needed during installation—and fewer trips out over long distances (since most helical piles are installed via crane).
Conclusion
When you compare the cost of a helical pile with other foundation options, you’ll see that it is about half as expensive as piles and concrete slabs. The advantages are many, but the most important one is that it can be installed in only a few days!
