Helical Piers

Unsafe homes resulting from foundation settlement pose a danger to your family. Helical piers provide a dependable solution for stabilizing and repairing structural problems. 

Tar Heel Basement Systems offers SettleStop™ Helical Pier installations for foundation repair, serving North Carolina. Our goal is to ensure customer satisfaction and prevent additional damage. 

Helical piers, also called helical piles or screw piles, 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 are steel shafts with helical plates that screw into the ground, providing excellent load-bearing capacity. 

They are installed using hydraulic equipment and are an essential part of a comprehensive home repair strategy, along with basement repair, waterproofing, and crawl space encapsulation. This solution offers long-lasting support, ensuring your foundation remains stable for many years. 

• Cracks in foundation walls 
• Cracks in drywall 
• Nail pops in drywall 
• Cracks in bricks 
• Chimney cracking and leaning 

• Doors and windows sticking 
• Uneven floors 
• Cracks in the floor 
• Gaps in the floor 

If your home is experiencing any of the symptoms mentioned above, helical piers may be the solution you need. Foundation issues tend to worsen over time and can cause additional problems, such as mold growth, which can be expensive to fix. We recommend stabilizing your foundation with helical piers to protect your home and avoid costly repairs. 

As experts in comprehensive solutions for your entire home, we thoroughly examine all issues related to foundation settlement and develop an integrated plan to repair the structure of your home and protect your investment. 

While helical piers are a dependable option for foundation settlement, Tar Heel Basement Systems offers various foundation pier systems, including push piers and slab piers, which also provide substantial advantages. During a complimentary inspection, our experts assess your requirements and suggest the optimal solution for your foundation concerns. 

SettleStop™ Helical Piers require expert installation. Here is how our team at Tar Heel Basement Systems performs the installation process: 

• Site Assessment: We thoroughly inspect your property to identify any foundation issues and determine the optimal locations for pier installation. 
• Exterior Excavation: We excavate the area to uncover the foundation footer. 
• Drive Piers into Soil: Using hydraulic equipment, we drive the piers deep into the soil while closely monitoring torque. 
• Secure Footing Bracket: We securely attach a steel bracket to the footing and cap the pier, causing the structure’s weight to shift onto the piers. 
• Lift the Structure: If necessary, we use hydraulic lift equipment to raise sinking parts of the structure. 
• Backfill and Benchmark: We restore any disturbed areas, remove debris, and place small rivets in exterior walls as benchmarks. 

Tar Heel Basement Systems is the leading foundation repair expert in the region. You can trust us to assess and install helical piers to effectively stabilize your home. 

Protect your home from foundation settlement damage by taking prompt action. The longer you wait, the more severe and costly the damage can be. 

To schedule a free, no-obligation inspection and estimate, contact Tar Heel Basement Systems today. Our helical piers provide an effective solution for permanently stabilizing your foundation and potentially returning it to its original position. Homeowners trust our outstanding customer service and top-notch solutions.