What Are Helical Piers?
Helical piers are deep foundation elements made from steel shafts with engineered helical plates that are advanced into the ground using hydraulic torque motors. The piers transfer structural loads into suitable bearing soils below unstable or weak surface conditions. Because they are installed by rotation rather than excavation, helical piers can be installed with minimal vibration, low noise, and very little disturbance to surrounding structures or work areas. Helical systems are commonly used for new construction, foundation repair, underpinning, retaining walls, and projects with difficult access conditions.
What We Offer
Empire Sheeting & Foundation Corp. provides helical pier and anchor installation for a wide range of foundation and earth retention applications. Our services include new construction foundations, foundation underpinning, additions and remodel support, retaining wall tiebacks, compression and tension anchors, limited-access installations, and temporary or permanent support systems. We also assist with value engineering and constructibility review to help owners, contractors, and engineers find practical foundation solutions that reduce excavation, minimize site disruption, and keep projects moving efficiently.
Benefits of Helical Piers
Helical piers provide a fast, clean, and efficient foundation solution for many construction applications. Compared to traditional drilled foundations, helical systems generate minimal spoil material, reducing cleanup and trucking costs while limiting disturbance to the jobsite. Installation can often proceed in restricted-access areas with smaller equipment and without the curing time associated with concrete foundations, allowing structures to be loaded immediately after installation. Helical piers also perform well in a wide range of soil conditions and offer predictable installation verification through recorded installation torque, making them a dependable solution for both new construction and remedial foundation work.