South Jordan Foundation Pros
Piering and Underpinning in South Jordan, UT
Steel push pier and helical pier underpinning in South Jordan, UT to stop foundation settlement for good. Free estimates.
- 15+ Years local experience
- 500+ Projects completed
- Licensed & Insured
Serving South Jordan and nearby communities.
When a crack keeps growing or a corner of the house keeps dropping, sealing it over doesn't stop the movement underneath. Piering and underpinning gets steel support down to soil that won't shift, which is the only real fix for ongoing settlement rather than a cosmetic patch.
South Jordan sits on a mix of clay and sandy fill across the valley floor, and that soil moves enough with seasonal moisture that older agrarian-era lots and newer subdivisions both end up needing this kind of support eventually.
What's included
What's Included
Typically included Optional Customer prep
- Full foundation inspection and settlement measurements
- Pier layout and load calculations for your structure
- Installation of steel push piers or helical piers as needed
- Hydraulic lift and leveling to the extent the structure allows
- Backfill and site cleanup
- Interior finish repair after lifting (drywall, trim)
- Combined crack injection on affected walls
- Clear access along the foundation perimeter
- Move vehicles, planters, or furniture from the work zone
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How Our Piering and Underpinning Process Works
Step 1Load Assessment
We analyze how weight is distributed across the foundation to plan pier spacing.
Step 2Access Excavation
Small excavation points open along the perimeter at each pier location.
Step 3Pier Driving
Piers are driven or screwed down until they reach load-bearing soil or bedrock.
Step 4Load Transfer
Brackets tie each pier to the footing so weight transfers off the shifting soil.
Step 5Leveling Adjustment
Hydraulic jacks raise the foundation back toward its original position.
Step 6Site Restoration
Excavated areas get backfilled and compacted to match the original grade.
Materials
Materials and Methods for Piering and Underpinning
Steel Push Piers
Deliver deep support for heavier South Jordan homes, especially two-story construction on clay-heavy lots.
Helical Piers
Torque-driven support that works well in the looser sandy fill found on newer west-side subdivisions.
Underpinning Brackets
Tie piers securely to existing footings so the load transfer holds through freeze-thaw cycles.
Hydraulic Lift Systems
Give us controlled, incremental lift instead of forcing the structure too fast.
Galvanized Coatings
Protect steel piers from corrosion as groundwater levels rise with spring snowmelt.
Compacted Fill Material
Stabilizes soil around new piers so it doesn't settle again around the install.
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How long does a Piering and Underpinning take?
- 01
Stage 1
a few daysMost jobs run once the crew is on site, with the heaviest work happening during pier installation and lift.
- 02
Consult and inspection
same day
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Pier design and permit filing**: 1–2 weeks
Excavation and pier installation: 1–3 days Lift and leveling: 1 day Backfill and cleanup: half day
Excavation and pier installation: 1–3 days Lift and leveling: 1 day Backfill and cleanup: half day
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Before and After Piering and Underpinning
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After
FAQs
Piering and Underpinning FAQs
How do I know if I need piers instead of crack injection?
If a crack keeps widening, a wall is visibly out of level, or a door that used to close fine now sticks, that points to ongoing settlement, which crack injection alone won't stop. We measure first and only recommend piers when the movement is structural.
How many piers does a typical South Jordan home need?
It depends on the size of the affected area and the load above it. Most single-section repairs use somewhere between 4 and 10 piers, spaced based on our load calculations.
Will piering stop my foundation from settling further?
Once piers reach load-bearing soil or bedrock, the supported section stops moving with the soil above it. Areas without piers can still shift if conditions change, which is why we assess the whole foundation, not just the visible symptom.
Does pier installation damage my landscaping?
Excavation is limited to small access points at each pier location, so damage is minimal and typically limited to the immediate dig area. We backfill and compact when the piers are set.
Can piering be done without digging up my whole yard?
Yes. Push piers and helical piers only need small excavation points at each pier, not a full perimeter trench.
Next step
Get a Piering and Underpinning Estimate in South Jordan
Call (435) 518-1844 or request a free estimate and we'll measure the settlement before quoting a pier count.
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