About Aurora
Aurora is one of Colorado's largest cities, spanning parts of Arapahoe, Adams and Douglas counties east of Denver. Much of its housing was built in the second half of the 20th century and later.
Regional considerations
Parts of Colorado's Front Range are known for expansive clay soils and claystone bedrock that swell when wet and shrink as they dry. That movement can affect foundations, basement slabs, driveways and sidewalks, and it is one reason many local homes are built with deep foundations or floating basement slabs.
Front Range weather brings freeze-thaw cycles, spring snowmelt and summer storms. Keeping water away from the foundation with working gutters, extended downspouts, grading that slopes away from the house and careful irrigation near the foundation is a common first step before or alongside any repair.
Services Aurora visitors ask about
- Helical Piers: How helical piers work, where they are used in foundation repair, and what to ask before installation.
- Helical Piers for New Construction: How helical piles are used as foundations for new homes, additions and other structures, and what to discuss with builders.
- Push Piers vs. Helical Piers: Comparing push piers and helical piers for foundation repair, and how contractors decide between them.
- Helical Piles for Decks and Porches: Using helical piles as footings for decks, porches, sunrooms and light structures, and questions to ask.
- Helical Pile Load Testing: How helical pile capacity is verified, what torque correlations mean, and when load tests are used.
- Expansive Soils and Foundations: How expansive soils affect foundations on Colorado's Front Range, and approaches to reduce movement.
Points to keep in mind
- Installation records are often reviewed by the engineer of record. More on helical piers for new construction.
- Building departments typically require engineered foundation designs for new structures. More on helical piers for new construction.
- Soil reports guide whether helical piles are suitable. More on helical piers for new construction.
- Equipment size and yard access matter. More on helical piles for decks and porches.
- Footing layout should match the deck framing plan. More on helical piles for decks and porches.
- Ask whether the pile product has an evaluation report accepted by your jurisdiction. More on helical piles for decks and porches.
Getting ready to reach out
- Describe whether water shows up in the basement, crawl space or against the foundation, and when.
- Say whether you are buying or selling the home, since timelines may matter.
- Note when you first noticed the problem and whether it seems to be getting worse.
- Have any inspection or engineer reports handy, such as from a home purchase.
- Mention any previous foundation, drainage or concrete work, and whether a warranty came with it.
Good questions to ask any provider
- Why do you recommend helical piers instead of other pier types?
- Are there signs of movement in my basement slab or partition walls?
- Are both options covered by the same warranty?
- How many piles do I need, and where?
- How will you verify each pier's capacity?
Verify before you hire
Licensing, permit and insurance requirements are set by the state and local jurisdiction where the work happens, and they can differ between neighboring cities. Ask any provider which requirements apply in Aurora, and confirm details with the relevant agency when it matters.
Nearby areas
We also take inquiries from Denver, Lakewood, Littleton, Arvada, Westminster.