Helical Piers and Anchors

THE ADVANTAGES OF HELICAL PIER FOUNDATION SYSTEMS:

• LOWER COST for system and installation
• FASTER INSTALLATION than many methods
• TIME-PROVEN, technically sound system
• LIMITED EXCAVATION; minimal under-digging of building
• LIGHT EQUIPMENT can be tailored to specific job needs
• SHAFTS/COLUMNS for assorted load requirements
• ENHANCED FOUNDATION STRENGTH for new homes or buildings
• LIMITED-ACCESS INSTALLATION
• ALL WEATHER INSTALLATION

Helical piles have been in use for the stabilization of foundations since the early 1800’s. The original helical pier was designed as a wooden shaft with an iron helix for use in a lighthouse foundation. Today, steel helical piers are one of the two most common types of structural piering devices for foundation underpinning in use today. Helical piers are an excellent choice for foundation repair and stabilization when light structural loads, unstable rock foundations or very deep load bearing stratums are present.

Helical anchors can be used for basement wall tiebacks when leaning or bowed walls are causing structural problems on your property. Helical tiebacks offer verifiable load capacities to insure that your basement or retaining wall is permanently reinforced. Other systems, deadmen or wall anchors are non-engineered and require constant adjusting to slowly pull back foundation walls. Do not settle for second best; require that helical anchors are installed by United Structural Systems.

Current uses for helical piers underpinning foundations include foundations for commercial and residential structures, foundation repair, light pole foundations, retaining wall tieback anchors, failed foundation restorations, pipeline and pumping equipment supports, elevated walkways, bridge abutments, and numerous uses in the electric utility industry. Call us today to see if helical anchors are the best solution for your foundation repair project.

Cost Effective. United Structural Systems can say with confidence that we offer a technically superior and cost-effective alternative to other remedial systems. Our foundation products are backed by more than 80 years of engineering experience and expertise.

Ahead of the Competition. Our system is superior to other methods on the market. Many of these procedures involve unnecessary cost, time, and risk. Where other methods can leave yards and landscaping damaged, United Structural Systems preserves the integrity of landscapes and walkways.

Contractor Certification. Is your contractor certified and incident free? Our staff is the best trained and the most knowledgeable in the industry. We have installed thousands of piers for satisfied customers throughout the Chicago area, and are proud to say that United Structural Systems is the area's authority when it comes to reinforcement and support of your foundation with helical piers or piles.

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