Mini Piling in Ashton

If the ground where a proposed structure is to be built is not quite suitable for the purpose of creating foundations via the traditional methods, then mini piling is the perfect alternative. With this method, casings are either driven or screwed into the Earth where the structure will be. Once in the correct position, they are filled with concrete to form piles. The precise amount, layout and the width of each of the piles is something that is determined by the ground conditions, the level of access to it, and the type of structure that is being built. All this is done by a structural engineer.

When is Mini Piling needed?

Mini piling is used in clay grounds that are particularly prone to moving via expansion and/or shrinkage. In instances like this, the casings are put deep down in the bedrock below where the structure will be. If there isn’t any, a structural engineer will works create a pile design that takes this into consideration.

Bottom Driven Piles

Bottom driven piles are a type of building foundation that provide structures with support. The weight of the structure is transferred onto different types of soil and rock that are both strong enough and suitable for this. Bottom driven piles are also used for the purpose of giving support to buildings, walls and even bridges. It represents a cost effective solution. In addition to this, they are also sometimes used for embankments, retaining walls and even for anchorage structures.

Foundations are classed as being piled is reported as being piled when their depth is at least 3 times their width. These types of piles are long and thin, are made out of a reformed material, and have a predetermined shape and size. They are installed via a process of impact hammering, vibrating and/or pushing into the Earth. If the ground is too dense, pre drilling is required in order to get the pile to the right  depth.

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