
NEWS
Foundation challenges like settlement, shifting soils, and load imbalances affect both residential and commercial structures. Two effective deep-foundation solutions — Steel Push Piers and Helical Piers (screw piles) — are widely used by engineers and foundation specialists to restore stability and prevent future movement. Better Screw Co. offers both systems, giving professionals the flexibility to match the right technology with site conditions and project goals.
Comparing Push Piers and Helical Piers
Steel Push Piers: Driven vertically into load-bearing strata, push piers are excellent for lifting settled foundations and transferring weight to competent soil or rock layers. They are frequently used in residential underpinning and older structural rehabilitation.
Helical Piers: Installed by rotating into the soil, helical piles perform well in varied soil types including soft, mixed, or high-moisture zones. They support both compression and uplift loads, making them a versatile choice across applications.
Application Scenarios
Foundation Repair & Underpinning: Push piers arrest settlement and can lift slabs back to level.
New Build & Retrofit Projects: Helical piers provide immediate load capacity without excavation delays.
Industrial Platforms & Signage: Screw piles deliver stability in challenging ground conditions where traditional footings struggle.
Installation Speed & Cost Benefits
Both systems reduce disruption: push piers avoid prolonged concrete work and helical piers eliminate excavation spoils. This translates to lower costs and faster project delivery.
Better Screw Co. continues to support engineers, foundation contractors, and project managers with detailed guidance and high-quality deep foundation solutions.