Farmington Foundation Pros
Piering and Underpinning in Farmington, UT
Steel push and helical piering in Farmington, UT for settling foundations. Underpinning scoped and priced, free estimates available.
Serving Farmington and nearby communities.
What's the real difference between underpinning and the quick-fix slab lifting ads you see online? Underpinning adds permanent support under a footing that's actively settling. It's steel in the ground, not foam under a slab.
Farmington Foundation Pros uses push piers and helical piers depending on soil depth and load. Bench-grade lots here settle differently than flat valley ground. Newer construction can settle fast in its first few years. We check which pier type fits before quoting anything.
What's included
What's included with Piering and Underpinning
- Typically included — soil assessment, pier spacing plan, hydraulic pier driving to load-bearing strata, and load transfer verification once piers are set.
- Typically included — a written plan showing pier count and placement before excavation starts.
- Optional — interior monitoring points to track the foundation after the lift, if the homeowner wants ongoing data.
- Customer prep — mark sprinkler lines and note any buried utilities near the foundation perimeter.
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How our Piering and Underpinning process works
Step 1Load Assessment
Analyze weight distribution to plan pier placement.
Step 2Access Excavation
Open small excavation points along the perimeter.
Step 3Pier Driving
Drive or screw piers to stable soil strata.
Step 4Load Transfer
Connect piers to the foundation with brackets.
Step 5Leveling Adjustment
Raise the foundation with hydraulic equipment.
Step 6Site Restoration
Backfill and compact to match original grade.
Materials
Materials and methods for Piering and Underpinning
Steel Push Piers
Carry heavier structural loads past the unstable soil layers common on Farmington's benchland lots.
Helical Piers
Torque-driven support that works well where soil depth varies from one side of the house to the other.
Underpinning Brackets
Lock piers to the existing footing so weight transfers evenly, not just at a single contact point.
Hydraulic Lift Systems
Allow controlled, incremental elevation changes instead of a sudden jolt to the structure.
Galvanized Coatings
Protect steel piers from corrosion through Davis County's freeze-thaw winters.
Compacted Fill Material
Stabilizes soil around new piers so settling doesn't restart around the access points.
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How long does piering and underpinning take?
Pier jobs take longer than crack work. Access and pier count drive the schedule.
- 01
Inspection and soil check
same day - 02
Engineering and permit
1 week - 03
Pier installation
2–5 daysdepending on count.
- 04
Load transfer and restoration
1 day
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Before and after Piering and Underpinning results
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FAQs
Piering and Underpinning FAQs
What's the difference between underpinning and slabjacking?
Underpinning drives steel piers to stable soil to support a settling foundation permanently. Slabjacking, or foam lifting, raises a slab that's sunk. That's a different job, handled under concrete lifting.
How long does foundation pier installation take?
Most residential pier jobs run 2-5 days depending on pier count and how hard the access is.
What causes foundation settling in newer Farmington neighborhoods?
Newly placed fill soil hasn't fully compacted yet. It can settle unevenly in the first few years after a build, especially on bench-grade lots.
Do I need a permit for underpinning?
In nearly every case. Davis County requires permits for structural underpinning work, and we file that paperwork as part of the job.
Is DIY piering possible?
No. Pier depth and spacing require engineering judgment tied to soil load. This isn't a weekend project. It's a structural fix.
When should I call about settling?
Widening cracks over several months. Doors or windows that are binding. A floor with a visible slope. Those are signs of active movement, not cosmetic wear.
Next step
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Call (385) 988-6451 now for a free pier assessment and estimate. Contact us or return Home to compare with our Foundation Repair page.
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