Saratoga Springs Foundation Pros
Piering and Underpinning in Lehi, UT
Push pier and helical pier underpinning in Lehi for settling foundations, with per-pier estimates and no pressure to oversell.
Serving Saratoga Springs and nearby communities.
Piering corrects a foundation where the soil underneath simply can't hold the structure's weight anymore. Saratoga Springs Foundation Pros uses steel push piers or helical piers, driven or screwed down to stable soil or bedrock, to transfer that load off the weak spot and stop the sinking.
Lehi's fast build-out means some footings got set before the surrounding fill soil fully compacted. Give it a couple years and that settling shows up as cracks, sticking doors, or a visibly uneven floor. Push piers and helical piers are the standard fix, the question is which one fits the load and soil at your house.
What's included
What's included with Piering and Underpinning
Typically included: -
- Inspection to measure settlement and map pier placement — Engineering-based pier selection (push vs helical) for your soil and load - Pier driving to stable strata, with load transfer brackets installed -.
- Hydraulic lift and foundation leveling — Load testing to verify the system is holding.
Optional
- Interior crack sealing after the lift is complete
- Grading adjustment around the perimeter if drainage needs it
Customer prep
- Clear a path around the foundation perimeter for equipment access
- Move vehicles and landscaping away from planned pier locations
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How our Piering and Underpinning process works
Step 1Load Assessment
The structure's weight distribution is analyzed to determine pier placement.
Step 2Access Excavation
Small excavation points are created along the foundation perimeter.
Step 3Pier Driving
Piers are driven or screwed into the ground until reaching stable strata.
Step 4Load Transfer
Brackets connect the piers to the foundation to redistribute structural weight.
Step 5Leveling Adjustment
Hydraulic equipment carefully raises the foundation to its intended position.
Step 6Site Restoration
Excavated areas are backfilled and compacted to match the original grade.
Materials
Materials and methods for Piering and Underpinning
Steel Push Piers
Deliver deep, reliable support for heavier structural loads, a common need in Lehi's clay-heavy spots.
Helical Piers
Provide torque-driven support suitable for variable soil conditions, useful where sandy pockets mix with clay.
Underpinning Brackets
Connect piers securely to existing foundation footings.
Hydraulic Lift Systems
Used to achieve controlled and precise foundation elevation changes.
Galvanized Coatings
Protect steel components from corrosion over time.
Compacted Fill Material
Used to stabilize soil around newly installed piers.
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Piering and Underpinning FAQs
What's a fair price per pier?
Per-pier pricing varies with depth to stable soil and site access, but most Utah Valley jobs run in the low-to-mid thousands per pier total for materials and install. A free estimate after the site visit gives you an exact figure.
How long does pier installation take?
Most residential jobs run one to three days depending on pier count and how deep the crew has to go to hit stable soil.
Push piers or helical piers, which is right for my house?
Push piers work well under heavier structural loads. Helical piers suit lighter additions or spots where torque-driven installation is easier than driving. Your soil report and the structure's weight decide it, not a one-size answer.
Do I need a permit for underpinning?
Structural pier installation almost always needs a permit through Lehi or Utah County. We handle that filing as part of the job.
Can I install piers myself?
No. Pier depth and load calculations require engineering judgment and hydraulic equipment a homeowner doesn't have access to. Getting it wrong can make settlement worse.
What drives the total project cost?
Number of piers, depth required, and site access. A detached corner needing deep piers costs more than a shallow, accessible run along one wall.
Next step
Get a Piering and Underpinning estimate in Lehi
Call (385) 336-4151 or request a free estimate. We'll walk the foundation, explain which pier type fits your soil, and put a number on paper before any excavation starts.
Before & after
Before and after Piering and Underpinning
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After
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