Herriman Foundation Pros
Piering and Underpinning in South Jordan, UT
Piering and underpinning in South Jordan, UT: steel push piers, helical piers, and free structural estimates.
- 15+ Years local experience
- 500+ Projects completed
- Licensed & Insured
Serving South Jordan and nearby communities.
How do you know a foundation needs piers instead of just a sealed crack? Usually the signs go past cosmetic: continued sinking, doors that won't latch no matter how many times you plane them, or a crack that keeps reopening after a patch job.
Piering and underpinning transfers your foundation's load down to stable soil or bedrock, below the compacting fill that causes trouble in many South Jordan and Herriman subdivisions. Herriman Foundation Pros designs the pier layout around your specific soil depth and structural load, not a one-size plan.
What's included
What's included with Piering and Underpinning
- Load assessment — engineering review of where weight is concentrated on the foundation.
- Pier spacing plan — number and placement of piers based on soil depth and structural need.
- Bracket and hardware installation — steel connections rated for the load being transferred.
- Optional — lift to pre-settlement elevation where structurally safe to do so.
- Customer prep — clear a path around the foundation perimeter for excavation access.
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How our Piering and Underpinning process works
Step 1Load Assessment
The structure's weight distribution is analyzed to determine pier placement.
Step 2Access Excavation
Small excavation points are created along the foundation perimeter.
Step 3Pier Driving
Piers are driven or screwed into the ground until reaching stable strata.
Step 4Load Transfer
Brackets connect the piers to the foundation to redistribute structural weight.
Step 5Leveling Adjustment
Hydraulic equipment carefully raises the foundation to its intended position.
Step 6Site Restoration
Excavated areas are backfilled and compacted to match the original grade.
Materials
Materials and methods for Piering and Underpinning
Steel Push Piers
Deliver deep, reliable support for heavier structural loads common on full-basement South Jordan homes.
Helical Piers
Provide torque-driven support suitable for the variable fill soil found in newer Herriman subdivisions.
Underpinning Brackets
Connect piers securely to existing foundation footings for even load transfer.
Hydraulic Lift Systems
Used to achieve controlled, precise foundation elevation changes without overcorrecting a settled slab.
Galvanized Coatings
Protect steel components from corrosion over decades underground.
Compacted Fill Material
Used to stabilize soil around newly installed piers once excavation closes up.
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How long does a Piering and Underpinning take?
Here's roughly how a pier job runs from first call to backfill.
- 01
Site assessment
same day.
- 02
Engineering and quote
2–3 days.
- 03
Permit approval
1 weekabout .
- 04
Pier installation
1–4 daysdepending on pier count and access.
- 05
Backfill and restoration
same dayas final install.
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Before and after Piering and Underpinning
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FAQs
Piering and Underpinning FAQs
How much does piering or underpinning cost?
Cost scales with the number of piers, access difficulty, and depth to bearing soil. More piers or harder access push price up.
How long does piering or underpinning take on a basement home?
Most residential jobs run one to four days of installation, plus about a week if a permit is required first.
Do I need a permit for underpinning?
In nearly all cases. It's structural work, so Herriman Foundation Pros files the paperwork with the local building department before installation.
Is DIY underpinning a good idea?
No. Pier placement requires load calculations and soil assessment that a homeowner can't safely perform without the right equipment and training.
How do I know if I need underpinning instead of crack injection?
If settlement continues after a crack repair, or you see stair-step cracking plus a visibly sinking corner, that's usually underpinning territory rather than a surface fix.
Next step
Get a Piering and Underpinning estimate in South Jordan
Call Herriman Foundation Pros at +1 (435) 681-5273 or request a free estimate online, no obligation, written scope before any digging starts. Home · Contact · see also: Wall Stabilization
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