Screw Piles vs Concrete
For decades, concrete was the go-to for foundations. Dig, pour, cure, wait. But today, across Canada and the U.S., more and more contractors, engineers, and homeowners are realizing there’s a better way: helical screw piles.
They’re not just an alternative to concrete; they’re often the smarter choice. Why? Because screw piles install faster, leave your job site cleaner, and deliver long-term peace of mind.
Faster Installation = Faster Projects
Concrete takes time, and time costs money. From excavation to pouring to curing, you’re looking at days of delay before you can even start building. With screw piles, installation takes just hours, and you can build on them the same day. No curing. No waiting. Just progress.
Better yet, screw piles can be installed in any season. Rain, frost, or snow won’t stop the work, while concrete crews are forced to shut down, screw pile crews keep moving. For contractors, that means extending your season, booking more projects, and keeping schedules on track without weather slowing you down.
Cleaner Foundations, No Excavation
Anyone who’s worked with concrete knows the mess: heavy equipment tearing up landscaping, piles of soil to haul away, and a job site that looks like a war zone. Screw piles? None of that.
Installed with compact equipment and no large-scale digging, screw piles go straight into the ground with minimal disruption. The surrounding soil, landscaping, and structures stay intact. Because the process is faster and requires less manpower, you save on labour costs and reduce risks on site. The result is a foundation that’s not only reliable but also safer, cleaner, and more efficient.
Peace of Mind, Backed by Warranty
A foundation isn’t something you should ever second-guess. With Postech Screw Piles, each pile is engineered, tested, and certified to meet building codes. Load capacity is verified in real time during installation through torque monitoring, so you know your foundation is rock solid.
And the protection doesn’t end there. Every Postech installation comes with a warranty, so whether you’re building a deck, a cabin, or a large commercial structure, your investment is secure.
Where concrete can crack, shift, or heave in freeze-thaw cycles, screw piles are built to handle tough soil and harsh climates. They offer stability that lasts for decades, and if your plans ever change, piles can be added, adjusted, or removed with minimal disruption.
Your foundation grows with you, instead of locking you in.
SCREW PILE FOUNDATION
CONCRETE FOUNDATION
Quick & low-cost installation; takes just a few minutes or hours
Long & costly installation; takes several days
Reusable & more eco-friendly solution
Not eco-friendly; can’t be reused
No damage to the ground & no waste
Can create lots of costly damage to landscaping
Simple installation with minimal equipment & staff
Requires several steps involving lots of equipment & installers
No excavating, no concrete, no mess left behind
Excavating means materials left behind & damage to landscaping & driveway from heavy truck carrying concrete
Guaranteed fast & simple installation
Usually no warranty on poured concrete foundations
Can be installed year-round in any weather condition & type of soil
Can only be installed in dry, above-freezing conditions
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The Bottom Line
Concrete had its time. But for faster builds, cleaner sites, and reliable long-term performance, screw piles are the clear winner. From backyard projects to large-scale commercial developments, Postech Screw Piles let you build smarter, build faster, and build with confidence.
Ready to make the switch? Get your free quote within 24 hours today and see why more builders and homeowners are saying goodbye to concrete and hello to screw piles.
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