In Yorktown, where history and modern living intertwine, innovative foundation solutions like helical piers play a crucial role in preserving the structural integrity of homes and businesses. As the town continues to grow and face the challenges of its unique environment, technologies like helical pier installation stand as key allies in the quest to build and maintain safe, durable, and beautiful structures. Whether for new construction or repair, helical piers offer a versatile, reliable solution for navigating the complexities of Yorktown's soil conditions.
A helical pier is a manufactured steel shaft with circular bearing plates (helices) welded to it. These plates are shaped much like a wood screw’s thread. Using hydraulic torque motors, the pier is screwed into the ground until the helices reach load-bearing soil or bedrock.
Unlike concrete piers that require excavation and curing time, helical piers provide —as soon as the pier hits the correct torque (pressure), your foundation can be stabilized.