Engineered foundations
Calgary Screw Pile Installation
Calgary soils can vary dramatically from community to community. Riverbend sites often have silty layers while northwest ridges include dense glacial till. Our teams complete site assessments, review geotechnical data, and size helical flights to match the loading requirements of decks, sunrooms, additions, and light commercial structures. Every project begins with precise layout and elevation control to keep your framing square and level.
We operate compact hydraulic equipment that can access tight backyards without damaging landscaping. Torque monitoring is captured digitally for each pile, verifying that the bearing capacity matches engineering specifications. When frost protection is required, we install extensions below the active layer to prevent heaving during Calgary’s freeze-thaw cycles.
Our crews coordinate with your construction schedule, arriving with pre-loaded trucks so installation can be completed in a single mobilization. We provide as-built documentation, photo records, and a transferable warranty so homeowners, property managers, and commercial tenants can build with confidence.
Applications we support
Helical piles are a versatile alternative to concrete footings throughout Calgary developments.
- Residential decks, hot tubs, and pergolas with clean installations that preserve landscaping.
- Home additions and garden suites requiring engineered load paths and minimal excavation.
- Light commercial projects such as portable classrooms, solar arrays, and boardwalks.
- Temporary shoring or underpinning to stabilize structures during renovations.
Installation workflow
Consistent communication keeps your project moving.
- 1Site review, utility locates, and verification of elevations relative to finished grade.
- 2Hydraulic installation with torque monitoring to achieve engineered bearing capacity.
- 3Immediate load testing, height adjustments, and bracket installation for beams.
Adapting to Calgary soil conditions
Geotechnical profiles shift quickly across the city. We adjust pile size, torque, and installation methodology to match each neighbourhood's subsurface makeup.
| Soil condition | Our approach | Why it works |
|---|---|---|
| River valley silts | Larger helix plates and extended shafts | Prevents settlement when groundwater levels fluctuate after spring melt. |
| Glacial till on Calgary's northwest ridges | High-torque drives with pilot holes | Keeps piles plumb when dense cobbles resist penetration. |
| Backfilled infill lots | Dynamic probing and torque verification | Confirms bearing capacity when native soils are deeper than expected. |
Quality assurance checklist
Documentation and communication steps ensure piles are ready for immediate load and meet engineer expectations.
- Stamped layout and pile log reviewed with the client before installation begins.
- Utility locates, site access, and elevation benchmarks verified during the toolbox talk.
- Digital torque monitor calibrated daily with readings captured for every pile.
- Final as-built sketch signed off with pile locations, extensions, and bracket types.
Documentation and warranty
Every screw pile receives a torque log with depth, final reading, and equipment calibration data. We compile these into a report you can provide to the City of Calgary, insurance underwriters, or structural engineers overseeing your project.
Our warranty covers material and workmanship for the design life of the structure when loading requirements are maintained. If frost heave or soil movement occurs, our service crew returns to adjust or reinforce the pile configuration.
We also offer
Coordinate foundation work with our selective demolition crews, arrange concrete removal for old pads, or schedule mould remediation if moisture issues are uncovered during excavation.
Calgary screw pile FAQs
Can screw piles be installed during the Calgary winter?
Yes. Our crews install piles year-round using heated hydraulic power units that keep torque consistent even in sub-zero temperatures. We pre-clear snow and frost to guarantee accurate elevations.
Do you provide engineering for pile layouts?
We work with Alberta engineers who design stamped layouts tailored to soil conditions and structural loads. You receive drawings and torque logs to submit with building permit packages.
How soon can we build after the piles are installed?
Helical piles are ready for loading immediately. Once installation and torque verification are complete, framing crews can begin setting beams the same day without waiting for concrete to cure.
Year-round installs
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