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Getz – Push Pile Foundation Underpinning

1950’s home in Edmonton that had evidence of foundation movement and settlement over the entire foundation. Prior repairs had been attempted by another contractor. The owner needed to have the foundation stabilized. We assessed the pattern of settlement and put together an Engineered Plan for Underpinning Remediation using our Proprietary Steel Pipe Push Pile Technology.

PROJECT GOALS

Stabilize the exterior foundation walls
Repair all cracks, waterproof foundation and install weeping tile

PROJECT CHALLENGES

Removal of prior contractor installed remediation materials
Keeping project within client’s budget parameters
Prior contractors remediation attempts now presented obstacles that had to be dealt with
Piles required had very tight access.
Careful planning to maintain access for occupants was required for use and safety

OUR APPROACH

Soil bore holes were obtained, loads required were calculated, piles locations were engineered, piles were designed and a Building Permit was obtained.
Project was completed on schedule and on budget during winter months
We put together a detailed schedule for the project to manage and perform all work
All installed piles were installed, loaded and loads confirmed through a load testing process
A comprehensive Engineered Turnover Package was supplied to the client and required Engineer’s Compliance provided for the building permit and project

What our customers say

The basement and foundation repair services of Abarent Construction Edmonton were effective, efficient and timely in all aspects in addressing the tiny, hairline crack, the first crack in 26 years due to the bizarre freezing and thawing that occurred this year, along a foundation wall. Jim and Lannie, the two gentlemen that performed the work explained what they observed and assured us that the two day work plan was well in hand. They were polite, hardworking and thorough in their inspection and remediation as they also confirmed the weeping tile was in good condition.
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Mark Whetstone

Abarent provided a 3-page, itemized list of the specific work to be done at each stage of the project, including descriptions of optional issues (including additional costs) that might arise during the work. The company president did the initial walk-through for their estimate and later went through it, line by line. He pointed out potential problems and things we had to prepare for during the work (extra cracks, concrete dust, effects on neighbors, etc.)... Repairing a foundation is a very traumatic event for any householder because all of your house investment is (literally!) in the air. If you have to do it, call Abarent. They are professional - we cannot recommend them highly enough.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
John Baker

Access to the site was a challenge. Material to be removed and replaced had to be loaded into wheelbarrows and pushed uphill and down. It was an arduous undertaking and the men on the job worked very hard. The work ethic and discipline of the crew was impressive. As well, we were very pleased with the workmanship and clean-up following completion of the project.
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Owen and Linda De Bathe

It is terrific to see that your company's motto of "Quality without Compromise" is more than just words... The job was completed ahead of schedule and the workers ensured that when they left, the yard looked just like it did when they arrive. Well, actually it looked better...
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Don and Eve Neil

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