If you’re researching helical piers for a foundation repair project, knowing who makes them matters. Not all manufacturers are equal when it comes to steel quality, warranty coverage, or installer training requirements.
Most of our consumers do not initially know what exactly a helical pier is, let alone who the top manufacturers are. We have received the question numerous times, who are the top helical pier manufacturers? We think it is important for homeowners to become educated on what Foundation Repair products they are being sold.
- CHANCE – Hubbell: CHANCE is a brand of Hubbell Power Systems. Hubbell is a $4 billion company that manufactures helical piers & anchors for the foundation repair industry, utility and industrial equipment. Manufactured in Centralia, Missouri.
- ECP (Earth Contact Products): ECP manufactures helical piers and anchors and a variety of foundation repair and utility products. ECP also sells various waterproofing & structural repair products. Manufactured in Olathe, Kansas.
- Supportworks: Foundation Supportworks is a partner of the Basement Systems network of contractors. Supportworks manufactures helical piers for the foundation repair industry. Manufactured in Omaha, Nebraska.
- IDEAL Group: IDEAL Group manufactures helical piers and anchors for the foundation repair & deep foundation industry. IDEAL Group manufactures their products out of Rochester, NY.
- RAMJACK Systems Distribution – RAMJACK manufactures helical piers for the foundation repair industry. RAMJACK has a franchise network of contractors (dealers) that install and contract work. Manufactured in Ada, Oklahoma.
- MacLean Civil Products: MacLean Civil Products are manufactured in Michigan, and the company is headquartered in Fort Mill, SC. MacLean manufactures helical piers & foundation repair products and utility/industrial products.
How To Choose the Right Manufacturer for Your Project
The best manufacturer for your home depends on your soil conditions, the weight of your structure, and what kind of warranty coverage matters to you. Your foundation repair contractor should be able to explain which manufacturer they use and why. Ask about installer certification, product warranties versus workmanship warranties, and how many projects their crew has completed with that system. If you’re not sure where to start, RhinoLift offers free foundation inspections across the Carolinas and we’re happy to walk you through the options.
What Makes Them Different?
At the end of the day, these manufacturers all produce high quality products that will solve your foundation problems. One of the biggest differences between these manufacturers is the warranties they offer with their products and the amount of training/vetting needed to become a certified installer/dealer. Be sure to understand the warranties offered by the manufacturer and not solely the contractor. Some manufacturers do not require a very high level of training/vetting prior to becoming a certified installer, which is not very settling considering their crews will be using heavy equipment near your home and foundation, so be wary when choosing a foundation repair company.
We hope this article serves to educate you on some of the top helical pier manufacturers in the U.S. and a little bit of information on their company’s. Be sure to ask your local foundation repair companies what manufacturer’s they use for their foundation repair products and understand the training/warranties that the manufacturer offers.
Need helical piers installed in the Carolinas? RhinoLift offers free foundation inspections with detailed, transparent pricing. Schedule yours today.
Reviewed by Josh Kyle Davis, CEO at RhinoLift Foundation Solutions. Licensed General Contractor in NC and SC with 10 years of foundation, crawl space, and structural repair experience.
