Piling in Manchester

Mini Piling in Manchester for Extensions & New Builds

We carry out mini piling across Manchester for house extensions, new builds and structural projects where traditional foundations aren’t suitable.

Most of our work is for extensions where ground conditions, trees or existing drains mean deeper foundations are required. Using small, bottom-driven piling rigs, we can install piles in restricted access areas without the need for large machinery or piling mats.

We also undertake piling for new build developments and underpinning works across Greater Manchester.

Manchester piling contractor

The piles and reinforced ground beam shown here were installed for a home extension in Swinton, Manchester. As you can see, the ground conditions were poor and consisted largely of backfill. Drainage services were also present at awkward heights — a common issue with piling projects on new builds.

Where possible, services can pass through the beam. However, when multiple services sit at different levels, excavating to the lowest level can be costly. On this project, we stepped the beam, avoiding unnecessary excavation and helping keep overall costs down. If there’s a way to reduce your spend without compromising the design, we’ll always advise you.

At this stage, building control inspected the piling and beam prior to concrete being poured.

Piled foundation services in Manchester

The job here at Worsley was for a new build house. Here you can see the piles have been installed and we are part way through installing the reinforcement that sits on top of the piles. The yellow sheets you can see sat under the reinforcement is heave protection. This is required when trees are in the vicinity and the ground is clay. The heave protection creates a void so when the concrete sets, there is a gap underneath the beam should the clay ever expand