Underpinning Helical Piers for Lasting Foundation Support
If your home or business is sinking, settling, or showing signs of structural movement, underpinning with helical piers may be the solution. Helical piers, also called screw piles or helical piles, are engineered steel supports designed to anchor your foundation deep into stable soil. This process permanently stabilizes structures affected by weak, shifting, or poorly compacted ground.
Unlike traditional concrete underpinning methods, our RockSolid™ Helical Piers can be installed quickly with minimal excavation. They provide immediate load-bearing support and are trusted by homeowners, commercial property owners, and engineers across Alabama for dependable, long-term results.
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Lifetime Warranty
Money-Back Guarantee
Product Replacement for Life
Lifetime TotalCare™ Maintenance
Fair & Honest Pricing
Experience You Can Trust
100% Financing available
Licensed, bonded, and insured
No Sales Games
Industry-leading warranties and guarantees
Recommended by Your Neighbors
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Signs Your Alabama Home May Need RockSolid™ Helical Piers
Foundation settlement often starts small but worsens over time if not addressed. Warning signs include:
- Cracks in walls or foundation – vertical, stair-step, or widening cracks in drywall, brick, or block walls.
- Uneven or sloping floors – floors that feel bouncy, sagging, or no longer level.
- Doors and windows that stick – frames shift as the foundation settles, making them difficult to open or close.
- Gaps around trim or molding – separation between walls, baseboards, or window casings.
- Exterior foundation cracks – visible breaks or bowing in concrete or block foundation walls.
If you notice one or more of these symptoms, it is time to schedule a professional inspection. A Certified Foundation Specialist can determine if helical piers are the right solution.
Why You Can't Wait To Fix Foundation Problems
Foundation settlement does not fix itself. It only gets worse. Left unaddressed, structural movement can:
- Compromise the safety of your home or building.
- Lead to more costly repairs in the future.
- Reduce your property’s value and appeal.
- Create secondary issues like roof leaks, plumbing breaks, and interior damage.
Installing helical piers stabilizes your foundation by transferring the weight of your structure down to competent, load-bearing soil. In some cases, it may even allow sections of the foundation to be lifted back toward their original position.
How Helical Piers Work
Helical piers are long, steel shafts with helical, spiral-shaped plates. During installation, they are mechanically advanced into the soil until reaching stable strata. Once in place:
- Steel brackets are attached to your foundation’s footing.
- Load is transferred from the unstable soils to the piers.
- Immediate stabilization is achieved since there is no need to wait for concrete to cure.
This system is highly adaptable to Alabama’s varied soil conditions, including expansive clays and loose fill soils. Helical piers also minimize disruption to your landscaping and can be installed in areas with limited access.
How Much Does Underpinning with Helical Piers Cost in Alabama?
Every foundation is unique, and so is the cost of repair. A Certified Foundation Specialist must evaluate your property to provide an accurate estimate. Factors that affect pricing include:
- The extent of settlement and structural damage.
- The number of piers required.
- Soil conditions at your property.
- Accessibility around your foundation.
What we can promise is clear, upfront pricing with no hidden costs. We provide permanent solutions designed to last.
Why Alabama Homeowners Choose SouthernDry
With more than 21 years of proven experience, SouthernDry is one of the most trusted names in foundation repair. We don’t believe in temporary patches. We provide lasting solutions designed to restore your home’s strength and safety.
Every project is handled by a Certified Foundation Specialist, backed by honest communication, dependable workmanship, and responsive service from start to finish. And with our Lifetime Warranty, you’ll have confidence that the job was done right for good.
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Failures occur when systems are not maintained, or pumps go unmonitored. Our Lifetime TotalCare™ Maintenance program ensures your system keeps working like new.
Get Started on Your Foundation Repair Project Today
Don’t wait for small signs of foundation damage to turn into costly repairs. Schedule a free inspection with SouthernDry to determine if push piers are the right solution for your home.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Helical piers are steel shafts with spiral plates that are installed deep into stable soil. Once brackets are attached to your foundation, the weight of your structure transfers to the piers, providing immediate stabilization.
You should consider helical piers if you notice cracks in your walls, uneven floors, doors or windows that stick, or visible foundation cracks. These are signs that your foundation may be settling and needs reinforcement.
In many cases, yes. Helical piers are faster to install, can be used in tight spaces, and provide instant load-bearing support. They also minimize disruption to your yard compared to traditional excavation methods.
The cost depends on several factors, including the extent of damage, the number of piers required, soil conditions, and accessibility. The best way to get accurate pricing is through a free inspection by one of our Certified Foundation Specialist.
Yes. When installed correctly, helical piers are a permanent solution designed to last for the lifetime of your home. They are made of galvanized or coated steel for long-term durability.
