UNDERPINNING SERVICES IN MELKSHAM
THIS HELICAL SCREW PILE UNDERPINNING SYSTEM IS USED AS A REMEDY FOR SUBSIDENCE IN BUILDINGS. GET IN TOUCH WITH US AT ALTERNATIVE PILING SOLUTIONS TO FIND OUT MORE.
THE PROCESS
Where required we will work to the structural engineer’s design and calculations to remedy your subsidence. This, if necessary, will determine the pile size, quantity and the loading per pile which ensures that the structure is correctly supported. The pile positions are marked out and trenches are dug accordingly to expose the bottom of the existing foundations.
Each helical screw pile is then installed with a digger mounted or hand-held torque head. During installation a gauge constantly measures and monitors the resistance; our installation team will use these readings to reach the required load for each individual pile.
Each pile is then topped with an underpinning bracket which sits under the existing foundation and a jacking system is then used to support the building in its existing position or in some instances with smaller buildings and conservatories this system can be used to slowly lift the building up to its original position. If design and calculations are required, the readings during installation will be logged and this will form the pile log which we will provide you with to confirm that the piles have been installed to the structural engineers plans and calculations.
THE ADVANTAGES
The advantages are many; this is a fast system to install, is minimally invasive and prevents any further subsidence from occurring.
Our handheld installation option allows for installation in small spaces or sites with limited access. There is little noise or ground disturbance and it can be installed into most ground types.
Screw piles are extremely shrub and tree friendly as the slender shaft causes virtually no damage to the root systems and are therefore highly recommended by arboriculturists. We offer different sized piles to suit your required loadings.
WE'LL SURVEY THE SITE
Once upon a time, subsidence or foundation faults were the death knell for a building, or at the very least necessitated a huge construction project to put it right - often at great cost and inconvenience for the occupants.
Never fear though – if your house or commercial premises requires underpinning, you can call in Alternative Piling Solutions. We carry out projects all over the area, especially in Bristol and the Dorset, Hampshire and Wiltshire counties.
We’ll survey what needs to be done, give you a quotation and detailed specification of the work required, and get on with the job quickly and quietly. Alternative Piling Solutions will have your property on a fine footing in no time.
WE ARE HAPPY TO DISCUSS YOUR PROJECT AND TAILOR A SOLUTION FOR YOU SO GET IN TOUCH WITH US TODAY TO SEE HOW WE CAN HELP YOU
EMAIL US ON: info@alternativepilingsolutions.co.uk