Deep Foundation Pile

To shift the weight of a building or other structure to deeper, more solid soil layers, deep foundation piles are a type of structural support that are employed in construction projects. They are usually used when a project needs to be built on a slope, adjacent to water, or when the surface soil is too brittle or unstable to support the weight of the structure. The term “deep foundation pile” refers to a long, thin column made of steel, reinforced concrete, or wood. The pile is driven into the ground using specialized equipment, such as a pile driver or drill rig, until it strikes a solid layer of rock or dirt.

Deep foundation piles can be driven, drilled, or screwed, among other configurations. In contrast to driven piles, which are forced or pounded into the ground, drill piles are created by drilling a hole into the ground and filling it with concrete. Screw piles, which have the appearance of large screws, twist the ground. Deep foundation piles are required for many construction projects, particularly those that call for large, weighty structures or are located in challenging soil conditions. They provide the structure with a strong foundation, assuring the building’s long-term safety and security.