Foundation Suffolk [better] | Helical Piers

Unlike traditional concrete footings that "float" on top, helical piers are screwed deep into the ground until they reach competent, load-bearing strata.

Yes – recognized in NY State Residential Code (R507.11 for decks, R403.1.4 for foundations). Many Southampton, East Hampton, and Brookhaven building departments have standard details. helical piers foundation suffolk

| Structure | Typical Use Case | |-----------|------------------| | | New home foundations, deck & porch supports, sunroom additions | | Historic homes (e.g., Patchogue, Port Jeff, Greenport) | Underpinning settling brick or rubble foundations | | Waterfront | Bulkheads, boat lifts, shoreline retaining walls | | Additions | Where excavating for concrete would undermine existing footings | | Interior repairs | Push piers not feasible – helical can be installed with low headroom | Unlike traditional concrete footings that "float" on top,