What are helical piles?
Helical piles are steel shafts with helical (screw-shaped) plates that are hydraulically turned into the ground until they reach stable, load-bearing soil. Brackets then transfer your foundation's weight onto the piles. They install with low vibration and can often be used year-round.
How much do helical piles cost in Regina?
Helical piles typically cost $300 to $700 per pile in Regina. A typical foundation project uses 10 to 30 piles, so the pile portion of a major stabilization or lift commonly lands in the underpinning range of $24,000 to $60,000 or more. The exact count depends on your home's load and how far it has settled.
| Piering method | Cost per pile (CAD) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Helical / screw pile | $300 to $700 | Below ~6 ft frost line; low vibration |
| Push / resistance pier | Project-dependent | Uses home's weight |
Why helical piles work in Regina's gumbo clay
Regina's frost line sits around 6 ft (1.8 m), and the active gumbo clay that swells and shrinks is in that upper zone. A surface patch or a shallow pier still rides on moving soil. Helical piles extend below the frost line to soil that does not heave and shrink with the seasons, which is why they can actually stop settlement and hold a lift in place.
Helical piles vs underpinning, what is the difference?
Helical piles are one method of underpinning. They are screwed below the frost line to stabilize and often lift a settled foundation, typically $300 to $700 per pile. "Underpinning" is the broader category of strengthening and deepening a foundation. Crack injection only seals leaks and does not stop movement in gumbo clay. Compare all methods.
Our helical pile process
- On-site assessment and elevation survey to map the settlement.
- Engineered plan: pile count, placement, and target lift.
- Permit handled with the City of Regina.
- Piles driven to capacity below the frost line; brackets installed.
- Controlled lift and re-level where possible; written warranty.
Frequently asked
How deep do helical piles go in Regina?
They are advanced past the 6 ft frost line and torque-tested until they reach the engineered bearing capacity, often 15 to 25 ft, sometimes deeper in heavy gumbo.
Will helical piles lift my house back to level?
Usually yes, partially or fully. Lifting is hydraulically controlled pile-by-pile. Some recovery may be limited if framing has dried into the settled position.
Call (639) 739-7288 for a free on-site assessment.