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Reliable Foundations for Livestock Shelters & Stables

Farm structures must do more than stand tall—they must withstand years of movement, moisture, and heavy use. That’s why Screw Pile Installers provides helical pile foundations built for strength, stability, and speed. Perfect for livestock shelters, horse stables, feeding barns, and open-air structures, our screw piles deliver a durable, frost-resistant base that keeps your animals safe and your structures standing firm in any season.

Serving British Columbia and Alberta, we specialize in agricultural foundations that perform—rain, snow, or shine.
Whether you’re building on clay, sand, slopes, or frost-prone terrain, our screw piles provide unmatched stability and faster installation
than traditional concrete footings.

Stable Foundations for Livestock Operations

Livestock buildings face unique challenges—uneven terrain, variable soil conditions, and constant load stress from animals, equipment, and feed storage. Helical piles provide a low-maintenance, high-strength alternative to concrete, designed to handle those challenges with ease.
Our screw piles are precision-installed to prevent shifting or settling, even under heavy weight or moisture exposure, providing the long-term reliability that livestock facilities demand.
WHY CHOOSE US

Why Farmers Trust Helical Piles for Livestock Buildings

Whether you’re building a new stable, expanding a feedlot, or setting up temporary livestock housing, our screw pile systems offer strength you can depend on season after season.
Built for Heavy, Constant Loads
Helical piles provide dependable support for livestock traffic, equipment, and feed—eliminating structural movement or cracking over time.
Frost & Moisture Resistant
Installed below the frost line, screw piles prevent heaving and shifting during freeze-thaw cycles—keeping floors and walls level year-round.
Faster Construction
Installations take hours, not days. Start building or housing animals immediately after installation—no waiting for concrete to cure.
Ideal for Uneven or Wet Ground
Perfect for pastures, flood-prone areas, or soft soil conditions where concrete foundations are difficult or unstable.
Low Maintenance, Long Life
Galvanized steel piles resist rust and corrosion, delivering 75+ years of foundation performance in all agricultural environments.
Eco-Friendly Installation
No excavation, no concrete waste, and minimal ground disturbance—protecting the health of your soil and surrounding pastureland.
Our Process

How the Helical Pile Installation Process Works

Our process ensures your livestock structure is built on a level, durable foundation engineered for both safety and longevity.
[01]
Site Assessment & Engineering Review
We evaluate soil conditions, weight loads, and structure layout to design a foundation that matches your building’s unique needs and local regulations.
[03]
Pile Installation
Using compact hydraulic drive heads, our certified installers drive each pile into the ground to the precise torque and depth needed for optimal stability.
[05]
Bracket & Beam Attachment
Structural brackets or beams are securely attached to the installed piles, creating a level, load-ready foundation ready for immediate construction.
[02]
Precision Marking
Each pile location is marked for alignment with structural posts and beams—ensuring accurate spacing and level installation.
[04]
Load Testing & Verification
Every pile is tested and verified to meet or exceed engineering load requirements, guaranteeing safety and structural performance.
[06]
Final Inspection & Cleanup
We perform a final inspection to ensure everything meets code and engineering standards, leaving your work area clean and ready for the next phase.
Comparison

Helical Piles vs. Concrete Foundations for Livestock Buildings

Feature
Installation Time
Frost resistance
Ground disturbance
Load testing
Usable in wet soil
Environmental impact
Reusability
Helical Piles
Hours
Excellent
Minimal
Immediate
Yes
Low
Yes
Concrete Footings
Days (curing required)
Prone to heaving
High
Delayed
Often not practical
Moderate
No

8%

Concrete contributes 
to global CO₂

75-100

Years lifespan 
(Screw Piles)

30-50

Years before major repairs (Concrete)

100%

Reusable & recyclable (Screw Piles)

Same Day

Ready to build 
(Screw Piles)
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Helical piles are engineered to handle the weight and movement associated with livestock structures, including machinery, hay storage, and animal traffic.
Absolutely. They’re ideal for soft, saturated, or uneven soil, where concrete foundations would shift or fail over time.
Yes. Screw piles are perfect for post-frame construction—anchoring posts securely and preventing frost-related movement.
Our galvanized piles typically last 75 years or more, offering decades of worry-free performance with zero maintenance.
Yes. Because they don’t require curing, helical piles can be installed even in frozen or wet conditions, ensuring you can build whenever you’re ready.

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From sandy lakeshores to rocky slopes, wetlands to frozen ground screw piles deliver unmatched stability, no matter the conditions.
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