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Quality 1st Basement Systems is an Authorized Basement Systems Dealer.

An Authorized Basement Systems Dealer follows high standards of integrity, industry knowledge, and workmanship. Basement Systems only selects the best basement waterproofers to become dealerships.

You can expect these qualities and attributes from a Basement Systems Dealer:

• Extensive Training
  Basement Systems Dealers are properly trained and certified on all aspects of their work at our training facility in Seymour, CT.
• WOW Service
  Basement Systems Dealers believe and practice our WOW Service program, from the first call into the office, to the follow through upon job completion.
• "18 for Excellence" Company-Wide Standards
  To achieve great Customer Service, Basement Systems Dealers educate their employees on the 18-standards of exemplary service.
• Warranted Products
  Basement Systems Dealers provide warranties on most Basement Systems products. Many of our Dealers are backed by Basement Systems' extended warranties.
• Custom Solutions for the Homeowner's Needs
  Basement Systems Dealers are trained to educate homeowners on the best solution to the problem at hand.

Note: The above standards are part of the Basement Systems model. Basement Systems is not responsible for Dealers not adhering to these standards. Basement Systems simply provides the model and encourages the Dealers to practice these standards.

The Foundation Supportworks Helical Pier System

Warranted Push Piers For Stabilizing Failing Or Settling Foundations

What It Does:

Foundation Supportworks Push Piers are made of steel and include a set of helical blades on the lower section of the pier.

These piers are mechanically advanced into the soil using small construction equipment or hand equipment. As they are installed to appropriate depths and capacities, they prevent any future settlement issues. In many scenarios, these foundation piers will be able to lift your home back to level position by the completion of the installation.

Technical Features

• Year-Round Installation
• Warranted for 25 Years
• Galvanized Steel Design Available
• Suitable For Both Heavy & Light Loads
• Does Not Rely on Weight of Structure For Depth & Capacity
• Round Shaft Has High Resistance To Bending
• Provides Opportunity to Attempt to Lift Foundation to Original Position

Our helical pier system is just what you need to stabilize your foundation! Call us for a free helical pier installation quote today!

We serve Elizabeth, Paterson, Jersey City, Newark, Philadelphia, and many nearby areas in New Jersey.

How Foundation Helical Pier Systems Work

(Left) A foundation helical pier design that meets ICC (International Code Criteria) standards, with a true helix shape.

(Right) A nonconforming blade, with more of a "duckbill" appearance. This makes it churn up and disturb the soil during installation.

Foundations will experience settlement issues when the soils below the house prove unable to support the weight of the structure. Helical pier systems create a solid supporting base that transfers the weight of your home downwards to strong supporting soils.

How Helical Piers Work

First, soil is removed from the area where the helical pier will be installed. Helical pier sections are mechanically "screwed", or advanced, into the soil.

Once proper depths and capacities are achieved, heavy duty steel foundation brackets are positioned below and against the foundation footing.

The weight of the home is then transferred through the helical piers to deep, competent soils. Lifting the home back towards its original position is attempted. Then, the soil around the foundation is carefully replaced.

Installing Helical Piers

The first section of the pier that is advanced into the ground has one or more helical blades (Or "bearing plates") welded to the shaft. Additional sections do not heave bearing plates, and are instead used to extend the pier to the necessary installation depth.

Helical piers can be installed from either the exterior or interior of your home, providing an opportunity to lift your home back to its original position by the end of the installation time.

Helical piers can also be effective at closing cracks caused by settlement, as well as improving the operation of doors and windows.

More about Foundation Stabilization.

When To Use Foundation Helical Piers

With knowledge of local soil conditions, helical piers can be an ideal solution because the installing contractor will know exactly how deep to install the piers to reach a stable soil layer than can support your home. If your goals are the following, helical piers are a good choice:

• You need the best opportunity to lift your home back to its original position.
• Lighter structures, such as decks or stoops, are in need of stabilization.
• You'd like minimal disturbance during installation.
• You're looking for a fast, effective installation.
• Restoring your property value is a priority.

Once your helical piers have been installed, you can count on your problem to be solved -- once and for all!

Foundation Pier Application Chart
	Removal & Replacement	Concrete Underpinning	Concrete Piers	Helical Piers	Push Piers
New Construction Of Home Or Addition
Can Be Installed From Home's Interior
Installation Usually Completed In Less Than One Week
Lowest Risk When Local Soil Information Is Unknown
Stabilize Light Structures Such As Decks Or Stoops
Limited Disturbance To Lawn & Landscaping
Solution Extends Past Troubled Soils
Permanently Stabilize Foundation Without Maintenance
Ability To Lift Home Back To Level

YOUR Certified Helical Pier Installers In New Jersey!

At Quality 1st Basement Systems, we're proud of our permanent, warranted solutions for foundation settlement of all types. Our team of in-house, certified contractors have repaired settling foundations throughout New Jersey, and we're ready to help you.

If you would like a free foundation helical pier installation quote, call or e-mail us today! Each of our quotes comes at no obligation and includes an on-site inspection, free consultation, and a complimentary copy of our 90-page, color foundation repair book.

We're proud to serve Philadelphia, Paterson, Jersey City, Newark, Elizabeth, and all surrounding areas.

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