“Strength Beneath The Surface”

Helical piles (aka screw piles or helical piers) have been used for commercial and industrial applications for decades.  They enable construction and foundations to be installed on less than ideal soil.  At NJ Helical Piles, we have several different types of machines and use several different types of piles that can support anywhere from 5000 pounds up to 100,000 pounds.  This means we can handle everything from large commercial jobs down to smaller residential work.  We have a team of Professional Structural, Civil and Geotechnical Engineers with decades of experience to provide the correct solution for every particular job.  

For commercial/industrial applications they can be used to support or repair large foundations and pads for buildings and other heavy structures.   For residential projects, they can be used for decks, foundation repair, sheds, pole barns, additions, cabins, solar panels, pergolas, light pole bases, and many other construction needs.

So, what are the advantages of a helical pile foundation over standard concrete footings? 

1. They are much faster to install. There is no need to wait for an inspection or for the concrete to dry. Helical piles can be built upon right after they are installed.  
2. They are stronger. Standard footings in NJ are 36” to 42” deep. If these footings are installed on loose soil, there is a chance they will sink. Helical piles are screwed into the ground until they reach strong, compacted soil regardless of the depth. They are installed to a specific torque number stipulated by a Professional Engineer. 
3. Recent changes in the national building code have mandated wider footings for decks and other structures.  This means more digging and more concrete.  Our helical piers far surpass what the new code requires. 
4. Each pile is certified by a Professional Engineer after installation. This takes any guesswork about your soil condition out of the equation. 
5. There is no excess soil to get rid of. The piles displace very little dirt so there is no need to find a place to dump all the soil produced by concrete footing holes.
6.  Concrete requires a temperature >40°F to cure, which means that most builders cannot start on your project until late in spring. We can install your footings with helical piles right through snow and frost which provides a solution for your project to start early. Get ahead of the summer rush and enjoy your outdoor living lifestyle to its fullest this summer. 
7. Easy access to confined areas.  Our smallest tracked machine can fit through a 40" opening.  We also have handheld units to use in very tight spaces.  

Check out our Video Page for different types of installations.