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    Screw Piles & Post Holes

    Foundations That Won't Heave.

    Fast, reliable screw pile installation and precision post hole drilling. Build decks, additions, and fences on a foundation designed to beat the prairie frost. Whether you are building a new deck in Moose Jaw or putting up a fence in Martensville, our skid steer attachments provide the torque and accuracy needed for a solid base. Discover other skid steer services.

    When to Call Us

    If you're building a structure that needs to stay level, you need a proper foundation. We provide the torque and depth required for a solid base.

    • Deck and patio foundations
    • Sunrooms and home additions
    • Pre-build basement excavation
    • Grade beams and retaining walls
    • Fence post drilling in hard clay
    • Pole barns and agricultural outbuildings

    Why It Suits Saskatchewan

    Saskatchewan's deep frost line guarantees that shallow concrete blocks will heave, ruining your deck or addition. Screw piles are driven deep below the frost line, anchoring your structure securely. We ensure all piles meet local building code requirements, providing peace of mind for your investment.

    Unlike concrete, screw piles can be installed in the dead of winter, and there's no curing time. Once they are in the ground, you can start building immediately. This saves you days of waiting and allows construction to proceed regardless of the season.

    Our Installation Process

    Precision installation ensures your structure stays level for decades.

    1

    Layout & Locates

    We ensure all utility locates are completed and precisely mark the pile or hole locations based on your plans.

    2

    Installation

    Using skid steer attachments, we torque the screw piles to the required depth or drill clean, straight post holes.

    3

    Verification

    We verify the height and alignment, leaving you ready to attach your brackets and start building immediately.

    Honest, Upfront Pricing

    Screw pile installation generally ranges from $200 to $400 per pile. Post hole drilling is quoted based on the number of holes and depth required.

    We provide fixed-price written quotes before any work begins. No surprises.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Common questions about our screw pile and post hole services.

    How much do screw piles cost in Saskatchewan?

    Screw pile installation typically ranges from $200 to $400 per pile, depending on the pile size, required depth, and soil conditions. We provide an honest, fixed-price quote based on your engineering or project requirements.

    Are screw piles better than concrete piles?

    In many cases, yes. Screw piles won't heave in Saskatchewan's frost, they can be installed year-round (even in winter), and you can build on them immediately without waiting for concrete to cure.

    Do you also drill post holes for fences and decks?

    Yes, we drill post holes. Our skid steer auger attachments make quick work of drilling precise, deep post holes for fences, decks, and retaining walls, even in tough prairie clay.

    How deep do screw piles need to go?

    In Saskatchewan, piles must be installed below the frost line, which is typically 8 to 10 feet deep, to prevent frost heaving. We ensure all piles meet local building code requirements.

    Ready to Build?

    Contact us today for a free, no-obligation quote on screw piles or post hole drilling.