What are helical tieback anchors, and what do they do? Helical tiebacks are a highly effective repair option for a specific job: straightening and strengthening basement and other sub-grade (below-ground) walls, as well as retaining walls. In many ways, they resemble helical piers or piles, from the steel bars to the helical plates that allow […]
Dangers of Landscaping Spring is the perfect time to begin planting and landscaping. Flowers, shrubs, bushes, and trees can be a great addition to your property. Whether it be your home or your business, adding a bit of greenery can be a great thing! It makes your property look beautiful. However, planting and landscaping needs […]
Fixing Florida’s Sinkhole Problem Florida Sinkhole Repair In the news, we have all heard of the horrific and tragic sink hole in Seffner, Florida. But many do not understand what the cause of these formations or what can be done about them. Foundation repair techniques have been developed over the years that successfully deals with these […]
Overcoming Boston Soil Challenges with Helical Pier Foundation Support Local Contractor looks to Atlas System of New England for Foundation Support When a Boston contractor planned a 5-story addition to an existing structure, challenging soil conditions and limited site access created a significant foundation challenge. To safely support the new structure, a deep foundation solution […]
Helical Anchors Used For Solar Power Solar panels = sustainability. The small town of Dalton, Georgia is moving toward becoming the site of the largest solar field in the state. The project, owned by Georgia Power, will bring sustainable energy to the Dalton area for many years to come. Solar panels are an intentional project. […]
Carbon Fiber Foundation Repair: A Modern Fix for Bowing or Cracked Basement Walls When you think of carbon fiber, your mind probably jumps to race cars, airplanes, or even high-performance sports gear like fishing poles or golf clubs. But did you know this same advanced material is being used to fix cracked and bowing basement […]
Garage Column Settlement: Causes, Signs, and Repair Solutions Posted by Jonathan Maguire, Atlas Piers of Atlanta Garage column settlement is a very common issue around the Atlanta metro area. Garage Column settlement is one of the top 3 issues we see in foundation failures. So what is it, and how do you fix it? Garage […]
Rhode Island Helical Pier Installation Complete! Ocean House, Watch Hill, Westerly, RI After two weeks at the new Ocean House Luxury Hotel, New England Foundation and Stabilization Co. completed the ECP (Earth Contact Products) Helical Torque Anchors to support the proposed event tent on the south lawn of the property that overlooks Watch Hill. The Helical anchors were […]
Do Pressed Concrete Piers Really Work for Foundation Repair? If you’re researching foundation repair, you’ve probably come across pressed concrete piers. They’re one of the most common solutions advertised by contractors—mainly because they’re fast and inexpensive to install. But do they actually work, and are they a good long-term fix for your home’s foundation? Let’s […]
Micropile Underpinning Project at Washington Middle School, Evansville, IN Project Overview: During renovations at Washington Middle School, the building was found to be experiencing differential settlement. Soil borings revealed fill material beneath the foundation, raising concerns about the best approach for stabilization. This is when micropile underpinning presented itself as a solution. Initially, the design […]