Why Choose Helical Piles?

Why Choose Helical Piles? A Smarter Foundation Solution

When it comes to building a strong, stable foundation — whether for homes, commercial structures, boardwalks, or solar farms — the right choice of foundation system is critical. Traditional options like concrete footings, driven piles, and caissons have been widely used for decades, but in many cases, helical piles offer significant advantages. Here’s why more engineers, contractors, and property owners are turning to this modern solution.

What Are Helical Piles?

Helical piles, also known as screw piles, are steel shafts with helical (spiral) plates that are literally screwed into the ground. They anchor deep into stable soil or bedrock and provide strong load-bearing capacity with minimal disruption.

When Are Helical Piles the Best Choice?

• Residential construction on poor soils
• Boardwalks, piers, and waterfront structures
• Solar panel and wind turbine installations
• Foundation underpinning and repairs
• Remote or restricted-access sites

Final Thoughts

• Helical piles are a modern, efficient, and versatile foundation solution that outperform many traditional systems in speed, cost, and environmental impact. Whether you’re breaking ground on a new build or reinforcing an old one, it’s worth considering helical piles as your go-to foundation technology.
• Interested in learning more or getting a quote? Reach out to one of our certified helical pile installers.