Stabilize heavier structures with push piers
Push piers are steel sections hydraulically driven into the ground using the weight of the structure itself as resistance, until they reach stable bearing strata or bedrock. They are well suited to heavier structures, including the older masonry and brick homes common across Arlington, DC, and inner Maryland suburbs.
Common problems we solve
- Significant settlement beneath a main house foundation
- Older masonry or brick construction showing signs of movement
- Expansive clay soil that has shifted beneath the original footing
- A foundation too heavy or critical for lighter-duty pier systems
Benefits of a properly designed solution
Reaches stable bearing strata
Piers are driven to bedrock or dense soil, well below the zone of seasonal clay movement.
Suited to heavier structures
Uses the structure's own weight as installation resistance, appropriate for main foundations.
Verified capacity during install
Hydraulic pressure readings during installation confirm each pier reaches adequate bearing capacity.
Potential for lift and stabilization
Depending on the settlement, push piers can sometimes help lift a structure back toward its original position.
Our four-step process
- Inspect: Document moisture, drainage, structure, and site conditions.
- Explain: Review findings with photos and straightforward priorities.
- Install: Complete the agreed scope with careful home protection.
- Verify: Test components, clean the work area, and complete a walkthrough.