Mini Piling in Manchester

No matter how unsuitable the ground condition is, the method known as mini piling can be used to create foundations for all types of structures. It works by either screwing or driving large steel casings deep into the ground, followed by filling them up with concrete in order to form piles.

A structural engineer calculates the exact layout, diameter, and amount that’s required. These are determined by factors like access, the condition of the ground, and the nature of the structure that needs supporting. The pile depth is dependent on the type of ground and its condition.

When is Mini Piling needed?

Where a property is built on foundations that are piled, further addition being made will need mini piling in order to ensure that the new structure is constructed in the same way. Mini piling is the perfect method to use when there are underground services, such as main drains or water mains, or tree roots in the footprint of a new structure as it will avoid any damage being incurred.

This method is a highly effective way of eliminating the risk of subsidence and to secure the structure’s foundations for the future.

Bottom Driven Piles

These types of piles are typically used for the purpose of foundation building and to provide structures with a greater level of support. What they do is transfer the loads onto different rock and soil layers that have the right suitability and capacity to bear sufficient weight.

Bottom driven piles can also be used in order to provide support for bridges, walls, and buildings, and are often the best deep foundation solution in terms of being cost-effective. Additionally, they can be used in anchorage structures, retaining walls, and embankments.

In order for foundations to be considered as piled, the depth must be at least three times bigger than the breadth. A bottom driven pile is a slim, long column that is constructed from a preformed material with a shape and size that is predetermined, and can be installed via the process of pushing, vibrating, or hammering it directly into the ground to a precise resistance or design depth. Where the ground is rather dense, it may be the case that pre drilling is required so that the required depth can be reached.

We provide a range of piling solutions in and around the Manchester area.