A typical job runs 1 to 2 weeks once drilling begins; larger logistics-facility foundations with more piles can take longer.
A micropile is a slender, deep foundation element built by drilling a small borehole, typically under a foot across, inserting a steel reinforcing bar or pipe, and filling the hole with structural grout to depths of 50 feet or more. That depth lets a micropile reach a stable bearing layer that a shallow footing simply can't access.
In Tarrant County, that matters for two different reasons depending on where a project sits: heavy clay in southern growth areas that won't reliably support standard footings, and large industrial and logistics facilities near Alliance Corridor that need higher-capacity foundations than lighter construction requires. GSI's Tarrant County micropile work typically centers on:
A typical job runs 1 to 2 weeks once drilling begins; larger logistics-facility foundations with more piles can take longer.
Cost depends on pile depth, diameter, and how many piles the load requires, which our engineers determine after reviewing your geotechnical report and structural loads.
Yes. Every design is stamped by a licensed Professional Engineer and meets IBC and Texas Building Code requirements.
GSI offers 24/7 emergency response and can typically mobilize a crew within hours of a call.
Helical piers work for lighter loads on soft soil, but heavy industrial and logistics structures often exceed their practical capacity. Micropiles support heavier column loads by bearing directly on rock or dense strata.
We drill test borings to confirm the bearing stratum and design pile diameter and reinforcement specifically to the confirmed structural load, rather than using a one-size-fits-all pile design.
Micropile rigs are compact and generate minimal vibration, letting crews work around ongoing operations with limited disruption.
Yes. Compact rigs can operate in low-headroom spaces inside existing buildings where larger foundation equipment can't fit.
Every season the clay beneath an under-supported foundation in Tarrant County keeps moving, and repair costs climb with it. Call (855) 599-5217 to get a micropile assessment from a licensed engineer.
