What Is A Push Pier System?

Push piers are foundation supports that are made from steel. Resembling columns, these supports take the weight of your home off a cracked foundation. In turn, these piers can push your home back into place after significant seepage, allowing you to either sell your home for its original value or to better protect your family from the health problems that excessive sinkage and moisture can bring with them.  

• When to Use A Push Pier System  

There is no one particular force that can cause your home’s foundation to start to settle. Sometimes you can blame the shift on the presence of animals in your yard. Other times, hydrostatic pressure can get to the structural supports helping your home hold up its own weight. Push piers come in handy when you need to rapidly improve the overall quality of your home. These piers are heavier duty than helical piers and can bear the weight of your home with ease.  

• Knowing Your Piers  

That said, you do have the option to use alternative piers if you’re concerned about the structural integrity of your foundation slab. Some of your other options include slab piers and helical piers. Slab piers are specifically for homes with a slab foundation, and helical piers are best for lighter structures like porches and chimneys.