Walls, Foundations and Structures
Columns and Piers
Piers carry the posts and beams that hold up decks, porches and pergolas. We drill and pour piers below frost depth and form decorative columns that finish structures with a strong, clean look.
- TypesDrilled piers, pads, columns
- DepthBelow local frost line
- UsesDecks, porches, pergolas
- FinishSmooth or veneered
What you get
What is included
- 1Below frostPiers extend to depth so structures do not lift in winter.
- 2Aligned to the planPost locations are laid out and set with anchors.
- 3Strong supportsConcrete and steel give lasting support.
- 4Decorative columnsRound or square columns can be formed and finished.
How it works
From the first call to the last cure
We pour for homes, farms and businesses from Firestone to Denver, Boulder and Longmont. Find your city below and ask for a free estimate.
- 1Plan the structureWe review the loads, the soil, the drainage and the rules for the wall or footing.
- 2Dig and formFootings are excavated, forms are set and the steel is tied to the plan.
- 3Place and consolidateConcrete is placed in lifts and worked in so there are no voids.
- 4Strip and finishForms come off at the right time, surfaces are finished and the area is backfilled and graded.
Good fit when
Is this the right service for you?
- New decks and porches
- Pergolas and outdoor kitchens
- Structures with heaving posts
- Entry gates and monuments
Questions
Common questions
How deep should piers go?
They are set below the frost line your city specifies, often around thirty inches.
Can piers be added to an existing deck?
Yes, we can add or replace piers to support and level an existing structure.
Goes well with
Services that pair with this one
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Footings and Stem WallsFootings and stem walls set below frost depth and sized for the load.See the service MIX 121Walls and FootingsSeat Walls and PlantersCurved and straight seat walls, planters and raised beds in poured concrete.See the service MIX 144Prep and PlanningConcrete FormingStraight, curved and custom forms that give concrete its shape.See the service Where we work
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