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Screw Pile Foundations for Burlington Decks and Additions

Helical piles installed across Burlington, lakeside to Aldershot

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Foundations Built for Burlington’s Range of Properties

Downtown Burlington has narrow older lots with finished yards close to the property line. Aldershot has its own mix of soil and drainage. Millcroft and Alton Village are newer, with landscaping still fairly fresh. None of them are great candidates for a wide excavation, which is where a compact helical pile rig earns its keep.

No footing to pour also means no concrete cure to wait on, so a deck or addition can move to framing within a day or two of the piles going in.

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Ground Conditions Shift Closer to the Lake

Burlington’s soil runs through clay, sand, and gravel depending on the neighbourhood, and properties nearer Lake Ontario can carry more moisture than inland lots in Millcroft or Alton Village. Rural properties on the edge of the city add their own drainage and terrain differences on top of that.

Setting the Right Depth

Rather than using one depth citywide, we drive each pile and track torque as it advances, so the final depth is set by what that specific site needs, well below the local frost line, whether that is a downtown lot or a property closer to the water.

Permits and Engineering for Burlington Projects

The City of Burlington requires a building permit for most construction projects, with some smaller structures exempt.

Project Item What drives it What applies in Burlington
Building Permit Project scope, floor area, and whether the structure is exempt.

Burlington requires a permit for construction related to a building or structure, with certain small, unserviced accessory structures exempt. Review the City’s permit requirements before scheduling your project.

Deck and Porch Permits Whether the structure is attached, its area, height, and roof coverage.

Burlington requires a permit for any deck connected to a house, any deck over 10 square metres or 600 millimetres above grade, or any covered deck or porch. An uncovered on-grade patio does not need one.

Screw Pile Installation Pile depth, load requirements, access, and soil conditions.

We quote installation after a site review, since ground conditions near the lake and further inland in Burlington rarely call for the same pile plan.

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What Our Clients Say

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Heather Curzon 1 week ago
★★★★★

Working with Trevor and his team has been a seamless and stress free experience. They aligned with our vision and transformed our space quickly and efficiently. We are new to the technology of helical piles and were unsure of what they are capable of. Trevor was thorough and confident with his explanation; the effectiveness and ease of installation sold us! We are excited to enjoy our new sunroom addition and deck for years to come without worry of foundation or footing issues.

Matthew Gordash 3 weeks ago
★★★★★

While planning a deck build for a friend, I reviewed the planning and steps needed for the 6 nessesary concrete piers and flared bottoms. It was going to be a big job. A friend recommended DiamondTech and after getting the quote, it was a no brainer to move forward with helical piles. Great communication from Chelsea, and very accurate and professional install team. Could not be happier.

Hanne 3 weeks ago
★★★★★

We’re very happy with this company. Two skilled professionals installed the helical piles were very polite, friendly and did excellent work. Definitely a five star review

Rob Redden 1 month ago
★★★★★

In the beginning phases of a project we were working on we noticed the supporting posts of the upper deck had become rotten and unstable during excavation. Our client was concerned about delays this may cause to our project. I reached out to the team at DiamondTech Piles and connected them with our client. Our client had a quick and detailed conversation, received a quote and a timeline to deal with the urgent matter. The crew at DiamondTech were punctual, courteous and accommodating while they worked along side our crew. Communications with us and our client was clear and accurate. I would highly recommend DiamondTech if you are looking for solutions for your upcoming projects

Chris Bowman 1 month ago
★★★★★

Diamond tech just installed piles for a deck off our sport court. Great service. Came right away to get them done. Their employees were very professional.

Lizz Crawford 2 months ago
★★★★★

Excellent. Professional. Right on time. Right on the money. Helical piles are the best option and these guys are the right choice. Many thanks for the excellent work! I had to add a note about the customer service! Our project started and all of a sudden we realized the saddles that receive the beams were not the 8 inch we needed.....cue panic! . I reached out to the team and the search was on! And in less than 1 hours the replacement parts were delivered. It was unbelievable to witness the commitment to customer service. Especially from the mother ship! ( you know who i mean). This team means it! And we grateful that our brain gap was was remedied!

Adam Mastro 2 months ago
★★★★★

The team at Diamond Tech are always great to deal with. We have used them on multiple occasions and they always deliver. I highly recommend this company for any of your helical needs.

Ben Rolph 2 months ago
★★★★★

If you’re looking for a reliable, honest, and skilled piling contractor, Diamond Tech Piles is the company to call. Trevor has built a fantastic team, and I wouldn’t hesitate to use them again or recommend them to anyone looking for quality work.

Tyler Ferguson 10 months ago
★★★★★

I was with Trevor and his crew doing piles for a massive solar system and they got the job done in amazing time while ensuring precise drilling to the measurements I needed anytime I need more piles done for anymore jobs I am definitely giving them a ring and I would recommend them to any and everyone!!!

Michael Arnold 1 year ago
★★★★★

Trevor and his team from Diamond Tech Piles installed the helical piles for our deck and did an excellent job. They were professional, efficient, and clearly knew their work. The process involved some digging and machinery, but they took great care to minimize any impact and left the property in much better condition than we expected. We’re very happy with the results and would absolutely recommend Diamond Tech Piles to anyone needing helical pile installation.

Dimitri Filiantris 1 year ago
★★★★★

Trevor ,Griffin and the crew were great. Installed 3.5” piles for a pavilion to be built. The conditions were not normal with roots,stones and access issues.They got the job done and were positive thru out the experience. Highly recommend

Patrick Engel 1 year ago
★★★★★

Very positive experience. Trevor was very responsive and polite - a real delight to work with. With his team, they drove helical piles around our existing pool for our new deck. We definitely ran into obstacles with rocks, buried cement, roots and the cement pool collar, however, they found great solutions. I have absolutely no hesitation with recommending Diamond Tech Piles - they are great!

DS BUILDS INC 1 year ago
★★★★★

Trevor and Zee installed 4 SP3 helical piles for us today for a gazebo. Saved our backs versus digging concrete piers, and gave us the peace of mind with the torque reports. It was great dealing with Trevor throughout the process, especially as a first time helical pile user who had a lot of questions. Highly recommend!

Marco Sardone 1 year ago
★★★★★

Trevor and the boys at diamond tech We’re an absolute pleasure to work with. Everything from start to finish was done right, Super easy to work with, and I would recommend them to anyone for their pile or deck rejects. Don’t bother shopping around, these are the guys you want working on your next backyard project.

Kyle zdrilich 1 year ago
★★★★★

The crew installed very large helical piles for us to build our cottage on. The owner Trevor was very responsive and got the job done by organizing a barg, to bring their equipment to our remote location. It was a great experience all around.

Negar Panahi 2 years ago
★★★★★

DiamondTech installed helical piles for a project we are working on, and they were fantastic from start to finish. Communication was excellent. Trevor was responsive and answered all of our questions thoroughly. His team's professionalism and efficiency made the entire process smooth and stress-free. We wouldn't hesitate to work with them again!

Kevin Geyer 2 years ago
★★★★★

Trevor and his guys were awesome. Originally planned helical pile installation for late April, but when deck contractor schedule changed, they went above and beyond to get job done weeks sooner to assist. Thank you for your accommodation, very much appreciated!!

See every region we cover on our helical pile service areas page.

FAQs

If it connects to your house, yes. A detached deck needs one past 10 square metres or 600 millimetres above grade, or if it has a roof.

Ground closer to Lake Ontario can hold more moisture, which is one of the things we account for when setting pile depth there.

Yes, screw piles do not need a concrete cure, so frozen ground is not a scheduling problem.

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Planning a temporary or relocatable structure? Read our guide to removable and reusable helical piles for temporary foundations.