Geotech Piling specialise in Ground screws and screw piles

Strong, Reliable Foundations with Ground Screws & Screw Piles

Many homeowners and builders struggle with poor/soft or uneven ground, tight timescales, or sites that are awkward to access. Traditional concrete foundations can be slow/messy and costly with lots of extra dee foundations and excavation. waiting around days for concrete to dry, which can eat up extra time and cash unnecessarily. Our screw piles are the smart alternative, being quick to install, causing very little disruption, and letting your build move forward smoothly.

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Why clients choose Geotech Piling for Ground Screw and Screw Piles

Getting foundations right is critical, and we know what can go wrong if they aren’t. Delays, unexpected ground problems, and poor installation can all cause headaches later on. That’s why clients trust us to get it right first time.

We’ll arrange to visit your site, survey the area and ground conditions, and make sure everything is designed to safely design the screw or screw pile foundations to support your project. Our team is used to working in all sorts of places, from small back gardens in town to more open, tricky rural sites. The installation itself is quick, clean and quiet, with far less disruption than traditional foundations, so your land and your daily routines aren’t turned upside down.

If you’re looking for a practical alternative to large excavations and traditional concrete foundations, our screw piles could be the answer.

Contact us for a pragmatic survey and a tailored quote designed to fit your needs and budget.

Ground Screw Piles

FAQs

How fast can the job be done?

On a lot of jobs, we’re in and out in a day or two, depending on how many piles are needed. It’s usually much quicker than traditional concrete foundations, so you’re not left waiting around for things to cure before you can continue.

Are they strong enough for heavier buildings?

Yes. We look at what you’re actually building and size everything properly, based on the weight loadings rather than guessing. Whether it’s a small structure or something much bigger, the ground screws and screw piles are designed to take the load to give your building the support it needs for longevity.

Will my garden survive the installation

Because we’re not digging huge holes, there’s far less mess than with traditional foundations. We work carefully around your space and do our best to leave everything just as we found it.

KEY FEATURES

Minimal muck away

There is little excavation to prepare for the screw piles to be installed, especially compared to traditional foundations.

Minimal delays

Minimal delays with instant torque and no time wasted waiting for materials to dry.

Less impact

Can be used near trees and other types of foundations as there is less impact on the surrounding area.

Commonly used on Eco-Friendly projects

Screw piles are becoming increasingly popular on new builds, extensions and free-standing garden rooms to save time and create less impact on the environment than traditional foundations. They are the perfect in situations where building close to tree roots is required for projects such as balcony supports and other foundations.

Their ability to reach down to stable geological strata means that screw piles can be used on sites with a wide variety of soil characteristics, including those found in areas of water and clay soil conditions.

Ground screws for commercial Use

Ground Screws for commercial use

Ground Screws for Domestic Use

Ground Screws for Domestic use

By screwing the piles deep into suitable soil or bedrock, foundations are capable of withstanding large compression and shear forces.

They can be installed quickly with minimal noise and disruption, even on small build sites.

Once the piles are in place a concrete beam or slab can be bonded to the top of the screw piles, providing the perfect foundation upon which to build.

Labour costs and overall length of projects can usually be reduced with this type of foundation.

Ground Screw Piles