Midvale Foundation Pros
Piering and Underpinning in Midvale, UT
Piering and underpinning in Midvale, UT: helical and steel push piers driven to load-bearing soil. Free estimates, written scope before any drilling.
- 15+ Years local experience
- 500+ Projects completed
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Serving Midvale and nearby communities.
When a foundation has settled past what a crack injection or a wall anchor can fix, piering and underpinning carries the structure's weight down to soil that won't keep moving. Midvale Foundation Pros uses steel push piers and helical piers driven or screwed below the expansive clay layer common across the Salt Lake Valley, down to load-bearing soil or bedrock that stays put through the freeze-thaw cycle.
This is structural work, not a quick patch. Before any pier goes in, we measure how much the foundation has moved and where, so the pier placement actually corrects the problem instead of masking it for a season.
What's included
What's included with Piering And Underpinning
Typically included: load assessment, access excavation at each pier point, pier driving to refusal depth, bracket connection, hydraulic leveling, and site restoration.
Optional: interior slab leveling if settlement has affected floors, and exterior grading correction near the repair.
Customer prep: clearing landscaping or stored items within a few feet of the foundation perimeter where piers will go.
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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 selection comes down to soil depth and load, not a one-size system. We size each pier to what's actually under your foundation.
Steel Push Piers
Deliver deep, reliable support for heavier structural loads, driven past the shifting clay layer common in Midvale soil.
Helical Piers
Provide torque-driven support suitable for variable soil conditions, often used where sandier pockets mix with clay.
Underpinning Brackets
Connect piers securely to existing foundation footings for consistent load transfer.
Hydraulic Lift Systems
Used to achieve controlled and precise foundation elevation changes without overcorrecting.
Galvanized Coatings
Protect steel components from corrosion as groundwater moves through valley soil seasonally.
Compacted Fill Material
Used to stabilize soil around newly installed piers so the surrounding grade holds.
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How long does a Piering And Underpinning take?
A piering job runs longer than crack repair since it involves excavation and structural lifting, but most homes are back to normal within a week.
- 01
Consult and assessment
same day.
- 02
Permit filing
1 weekabout .
- 03
Excavation and pier installation
1–3 daysdepending on pier count.
- 04
Leveling and site restoration
1 day.
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Permits and codes for Piering And Underpinning
Salt Lake County structural permit rules apply to underpinning work inside Midvale city limits. Verify specifics with the county before scheduling.
| Typically needs a permit | Often no permit |
|---|---|
| Steel push pier or helical pier installation | Pre-repair inspection and soil observation |
| Any structural underpinning beneath a load-bearing footing | Interior crack monitoring done separately from piering |
| Foundation leveling that adjusts the structure's elevation | — |
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DIY vs hiring a pro for Piering And Underpinning
| DIY | Hire a pro |
|---|---|
| Watching for new cracks or door misalignment and noting when they appear | Any pier driving or structural leveling work |
| Keeping water away from the foundation with proper grading and gutter extensions | Determining pier depth and placement based on load and soil data |
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Before and after Piering And Underpinning
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FAQs
Piering And Underpinning FAQs
How long does foundation pier installation take?
Most residential piering jobs finish in one to three days once permits are approved, depending on how many piers the foundation needs.
Do I need a permit to install helical piers in Salt Lake County?
Yes. Helical and push pier installation is structural work and requires a permit through Salt Lake County before installation begins.
How much does piering and underpinning cost?
Cost depends on pier count and depth required to reach stable soil. Expect a wider range than crack repair since each pier is a discrete cost.
What's the difference between helical piers and push piers?
Push piers are driven hydraulically using the structure's own weight as resistance. Helical piers are screwed into the ground and work well in a wider range of soil conditions.
Is piering only for homes with major settlement?
It's typically reserved for settlement beyond what crack injection or wall anchors address, usually visible as sinking corners, stair-step cracking, or uneven floors.
Will piering stop my foundation from moving again?
Piers transfer the load to stable soil or bedrock, which stops the settlement that caused the movement in the first place, as long as drainage around the foundation is also managed.
Next step
Get a Piering And Underpinning estimate in Midvale
Call (385) 557-8453 for a free estimate. We'll measure the settlement first and tell you honestly whether piering is the right fix.
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