Concrete Leveling Photo Album: Helical Piers Provide Permanent Solution for Portage, MI Home

Manuel was looking to fix the cement by his front door. Over the years, the sidewalk became quite unlevel, so Manuel contacted Ayers to explore possible solutions. The team at Ayers concluded from an inspection that the foundation was settling, causing the cement to drop and become a problem. The group suggested Helical Piers as they would permanently level and stabilize the foundation!

Ayers Initial Inspection

As seen above, the cement was quite unlevel, and a tripping hazard had formed by the door. Once Manuel and the team at Ayers agreed on the pier system, the team got to work. The first step in the process was removing the cement where the pier system would go.

Removing the Cement and Preparing the Pier System

Once the team at Ayers had dug up the cement by the door, they could begin drilling the pier in the ground. The Helical Pier system utilizes helical blades on the bottom portion of the pier, allowing it to screw into the soil. The pier was drilled until the load-bearing ground was met next to Manuel's home!

Finalizing the Installation

Once the Pier system was set and secured, the Ayers team could permanently level and stabilize the foundation! Manuel has thrilled that the sidewalk was level and, most importantly, that his foundation was stabilized! Additionally, the cement was filled back in, leaving the sidewalk looking better than before!