Screw Pile Advice & Expert Guides

A concrete slab has been the default go-to for most building projects for the last 100 years or so. It does the job well and can be adapted according to space and needs. But concrete does have its limitations, and there are other foundation options. Such as screw...

If you’re planning to add a garden room to your home, one of your most important decisions will be the type of foundations you’re going to use. You need an option that is strong, secure, long-lasting, and suited to your ground conditions. Concrete is the traditional...

As the global energy crisis continues, a growing number of landowners are turning to the solar power industry to monetise their property. While retailers are in a perpetual fight to the bottom for produce prices, and the cost of living soars, low-carbon energy...

For the eco-conscious, having your own electricity source in the form of solar panels has been appealing for some years. But with the current fuel crisis, solar panels aren’t just the sustainable choice, many feel like they ae a wide long term choice as energy prices...

Strong foundations are integral to the viability of any structure. But working out which type of foundations will give your project the best possible support can be difficult. Especially when many of the solutions can appear ostensibly similar. And one of the...

One of the reasons that screw piles have become a popular foundation choice for construction projects is their versatility and flexibility. They work well in a variety of conditions where other foundation types simply wouldn’t be viable. But screw piles do have some...

Cost is something you always need to factor in before making a decision about any construction project. And it can be frustrating when every time you ask ‘how much do screw piles cost’ you’re met with a ‘call for a quote’ button. But the problem is that there’s no...

Whether it’s pool rooms, sheds, or home extensions, timber frames make a popular choice for construction projects. Timber frames are often more cost-effective. They make it easier to create a bespoke design.  And they are known for enabling greater accuracy in...

More and more people are now using screw piles for construction projects. They are easy, versatile, and can be extremely cost-effective. But if you are using them for the first time, you’ll probably have some questions. And among the most common questions we’re asked...

Screw piles are now used to provide foundations for all kinds of different structures. From sheds and home extensions, to festival staging. But what many people don’t realise is that they were originally invented for the erection of water-based buildings. Piers,...

Installing fence posts is rarely considered a fun task. Using the traditional method, it’s often time-consuming. You have to wait for the right weather to accommodate cement. Then you need to dig a hole to the right depth, use gravel to line it, re-check your...

One of the questions we’re asked most frequently by people new to helical piles is why they should consider screw piles over concrete. After all, concrete footings have been the standard in construction since the 19th century, providing buildings with the strong...

Screw piles are being used in more and more construction projects. But if you’re not already familiar with them, the concept can require some explaining. So, in this post, we’ll be looking at what screw piles do, how they work, and where they should be used. What Do...

Screw piles have become a popular choice for a whole range of construction projects. But there’s still a lot of confusion about what they can and can’t do. And where they should and shouldn’t be used. So, to try and clarify things a little, these are the screw pile...

One of the reasons that screw piles have grown in popularity in recent years is that they can be used in a range of conditions. With very little need for any kind of groundwork. But what about when you’re dealing with rocky ground? Can screw piles be used in rocky...

If you’re looking for advice on the internet about alternatives to concrete foundations, especially with regards to home offices, garden rooms, home gyms and man caves, you’ll no doubt have come across the terms ‘ground screw’ and ‘screw pile’.  The terms are...

When it comes to screw piles, most people think of them being used for the likes of shed, deck, and garden room installation. They’re used to provide good, solid foundations with minimal work. But sheds, decks, and garden rooms aren’t necessarily intended to last...

When you’re considering the creation or installation of any new construction, soil structure should be one of your first concerns. If you’re going to create a building, deck, or other erection that is going to be safe and last, you need to understand the conditions...

Installing a garden shed is often a really quick and easy DIY project. If you’re working on a hard stand, or aren’t overly concerned about longevity, you can sometimes erect a shed with very little groundwork. But if you’re dealing with sandy soil, uneven ground, or a...

One of the primary benefits of creating foundations with screw piles is that they are suitable for application on a range of surfaces. From very soft and loose, to very dry and hard. But what about sand? Notoriously difficult to build on, sand presents many...

One of the most common questions we encounter about screw piles is: "What happens if you hit something underground when your installing screw-piles?" And that is precisely what this article will address. First Things First - Soil Conditions As much as we love to sell...

If you’re considering a home and garden improvement project, you’ve probably already heard that helical screw piles are a viable alternative to traditional foundations. But when are screw piles needed? And what projects would you use them for? When Are Screw Piles...

Despite the fact that screw piles were invented almost 200 years ago, and have been used broadly in commercial construction – from piers and lighthouses to festival staging – it’s only in recent years that they have become popular for smaller-scale projects. The...

Helical piles are being employed for an increasing number of home improvement projects. From garden rooms to decking. They’re cost-effective, easy to install, and can remove the work associated with laying traditional foundations. But for many, they’re still an...

Screw piles have a whole range of uses. From support for temporary structures to providing long-term foundations for landmarks. But one of the most common applications of screw piles right now is for the creation of decks. Decking remains a highly popular garden...