Holladay Foundation Pros
Piering and Underpinning in Holladay, UT
Piering and underpinning in Holladay: steel push piers and helical piers for structural settlement, free estimates.
Serving Holladay and nearby communities.
What's the difference between patching a crack and underpinning a foundation? Underpinning adds deep support below an existing footing. Crack repair just seals the surface. If your foundation corner is actually sinking, patching won't hold it.
Piering and underpinning is the structural fix for footings that were undersized for the soil they're sitting in, or that have simply shifted over decades. On Holladay's bench lots, clay and sandy soil layers often mean piers need to go past the unstable upper soil to reach something load-bearing. Older homes annexed from unincorporated Salt Lake County sometimes have footings that were never built for the soil conditions we see today.
What's included
What's included with Piering and Underpinning
Typically included: -
- Site excavation at each pier location — Pier type selection, push or helical, based on soil and load -.
- Bracket install and load transfer to the foundation — Foundation re-leveling where settlement allows.
Optional
- Engineering certification letter for records
- Interior finish repair where excavation disturbs landscaping
Customer prep
- Clear a path around the foundation perimeter for equipment
- Flag sprinkler lines or buried utilities you know about
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How our Piering and Underpinning process works
Step 1Load Assessment
The structure's weight distribution is analyzed to determine pier placement.
Step 2Access Excavation
Small excavation points are created along the foundation perimeter.
Step 3Pier Driving
Piers are driven or screwed into the ground until reaching stable strata.
Step 4Load Transfer
Brackets connect the piers to the foundation to redistribute structural weight.
Step 5Leveling Adjustment
Hydraulic equipment carefully raises the foundation to its intended position.
Step 6Site Restoration
Excavated areas are backfilled and compacted to match the original grade.
Materials
Materials and methods for Piering and Underpinning
Pier length and count depend on how deep the bench soil has to be driven before hitting something stable, which varies block to block in Holladay.
Steel Push Piers
Deliver deep, reliable support for heavier structural loads, driven to resistance rather than a fixed depth.
Helical Piers
Provide torque-driven support suitable for variable soil conditions, often a fit for additions or lighter sections.
Underpinning Brackets
Connect piers securely to existing foundation footings.
Hydraulic Lift Systems
Used to achieve controlled and precise foundation elevation changes.
Galvanized Coatings
Protect steel components from corrosion through Utah's freeze-thaw winters.
Compacted Fill Material
Used to stabilize soil around newly installed piers.
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How long does piering and underpinning take?
Expect more than a single visit. Pier count drives the schedule more than anything else.
- 01
Consult and load assessment
same day - 02
Permit review
1–2 weeksfor structural work
- 03
Excavation and pier install
1–3 daysdepending on pier count
- 04
Leveling and load transfer
1 day - 05
Backfill and restoration
same dayas final install
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Before and after Piering and Underpinning
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FAQs
Piering and Underpinning FAQs
What's the difference between underpinning and just patching a crack?
Underpinning adds structural support beneath the footing itself. Patching a crack only seals the surface and does nothing for the settlement causing it.
How much does it cost to pier a foundation in Utah?
Pricing is driven by pier count and depth to load-bearing soil. More piers or deeper soil mean a higher cost. We give exact numbers after a site visit, not before.
How long does piering and underpinning actually take start to finish?
Most jobs run one to three days for install, plus permit lead time if structural review applies. A small single-corner job moves faster than a multi-pier perimeter job.
Do I need a permit for underpinning work?
Generally. Structural piering falls under Salt Lake County permit review. Minor shimming without pier installation often doesn't.
Can I DIY pier placement?
No. Pier placement requires load calculations and driving to resistance, not a guess at depth. This isn't a rental-equipment weekend job.
When should I call about underpinning instead of crack repair?
Visible footing separation, a sinking corner, or doors and windows racking out of square are signs that go beyond a crack repair.
Next step
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Call (435) 691-6716 for a free estimate, or request one online. We'll show you exactly where piers are needed and why. Home | Contact | Foundation Repair
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