Helical Piers for Permanent Foundation Support
Foundation settlement often begins with the soil beneath your home. In Texas, our clay-rich and sandy soils are especially prone to shrinking when dry and swelling when wet. This constant movement places stress on your foundation, often leading to cracks in walls, uneven floors, and doors that no longer close properly. Left untreated, these issues only get worse and more expensive.
At Baird Foundation Repair, we know how important it is to address foundation settlement at the source. That’s why we install helical piers, a proven solution designed to permanently stabilize structures. Helical piers are screwed into stable soil, providing reliable support for new construction in areas with poor soil. They are also ideal for structures that aren’t typical houses—such as porches, decks, and additions—where traditional foundation solutions may not be practical.
As a family-owned and operated company, we take pride in fixing foundation problems the right way, the first time. We proudly serve homeowners in San Antonio, Houston, Austin, and Corpus Christi, where expansive soils make reliable foundation repair a necessity.
Why Choose Helical Piers?
At Baird Foundation Repair, we install Supportworks® Helical Pier Systems, designed for strength under heavy loads, versatility across challenging soil conditions, and the assurance of being engineer-tested and backed for long-term reliability—even in areas with high water tables or soft soils common to San Antonio, Houston, Corpus Christi, and Austin.
Advantages of Helical Piers
Foundation helical piers are a trusted method for stabilizing settling structures. Helical piers offer a variety of benefits:
- Backed by warranties – Every installation comes with a warranty on both materials and workmanship.
- Built to last – Made from galvanized steel that resists rust and corrosion.
- Strong design – Round-shaft piers provide extra resistance to bending and shifting.
- Great for lighter structures – An ideal option where steel push piers may not be suitable.
- Independent strength – Unlike other systems, helical piers don’t rely on your home’s weight to reach stable soil.

Advantages of Helical Piers
Foundation helical piers are a trusted method for stabilizing settling structures. Helical piers offer a variety of benefits:
- Backed by warranties – Every installation comes with a warranty on both materials and workmanship.
- Built to last – Made from galvanized steel that resists rust and corrosion.
- Strong design – Round-shaft piers provide extra resistance to bending and shifting.
- Great for lighter structures – An ideal option where steel push piers may not be suitable.
- Independent strength – Unlike other systems, helical piers don’t rely on your home’s weight to reach stable soil.

How Are Helical Piers Installed?
Helical piers are steel foundation supports with helical (screw-like) blades that are mechanically advanced into deep, load-bearing soil. Unlike push piers, helical piers do not require the weight of the structure for installation, making them ideal for both heavy and light structures.
Excavation: Our team removes soil around the foundation where the piers will be placed.
Pier Installation: Using hydraulic equipment, we “screw” each helical pier into the ground until it reaches stable, load-bearing strata.
Bracket Attachment: Heavy-duty steel brackets are secured to your foundation footings to transfer the home’s weight onto the piers.
Lift and Backfill: The structure is carefully lifted or stabilized, and the dirt is backfilled for a clean finish.
These piers transfer the weight of your home from unstable surface soil to stronger soil layers deep below, effectively stopping settlement and even lifting your home back to its original position.
The Importance of a Permanent Fix
Foundation settlement is not a cosmetic issue—it’s a structural one. Ignoring it can lead to worsening damage, including severe wall cracks, misaligned doors and windows, plumbing issues, and even structural failure.
By investing in a helical pier system, you’re choosing a permanent foundation repair solution designed to last a lifetime. Our pier systems come backed with a transferable warranty, so you can rest easy knowing your home is protected now and for years to come.
Stop settlement before it spreads. Contact Baird Foundation Repair today to schedule a free inspection and see if helical piers are the right solution for your home.
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