Pile Foundation

Pile Foundation

Pile foundations are normally required when the foundation load is too heavy for the soil to carry, or when building close to a body of water, or when building on soil with high volume change potential. They are formed by sinking long, slender, columnar elements typically made from steel or reinforced concrete, or sometimes timber.

Types of Materials Used in Pile Foundation

There are a variety of different materials that can be used in the piling process. Many people use wood, steel or concrete as their chosen piling materials. Naturally, the foundations of any building have to be exceptionally sturdy, so that’s why the choice of materials is important.