GoliathTech Utah

08/16/2026

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08/12/2026

We know that deck builders and homeowners hear the pitch, no digging, no curing, done in a day, but showing the numbers is more convincing than statements. This case study walks through a typical mid-size residential helical pile deck foundation project in Utah and compares what the foundation phase looks like with concrete footings versus GoliathTech Utah helical piles, using standard install parameters for a project of this size.

Read the full article 👇
https://www.gtut.com/post/deck-foundation-case-study-helical-piles-vs-concrete

08/12/2026

Great breakdown for foundations. Even better engineer!

Not every crack in your foundation is bad news, but some are talking to you. 🧱

The quick read most homeowners don't know:
• Thin, vertical hairline cracks? Usually just concrete curing or minor settling, cosmetic.
• Horizontal cracks, or stair-step cracks running through the brick or block? That's the one to take seriously, it can signal pressure or movement the foundation isn't handling.

Add doors that won't close, sloped floors, or a crack that keeps growing, and it's time for a licensed structural engineer to measure whether it's active or stable — before you buy, sell, or panic.

Most turn out fine. But you want to know, not guess.

📌 Save this for the next crack you spot — and tag someone house-hunting.

07/09/2026

It's the middle of build season in Utah and Wyoming, and if you're planning a project right now, you've probably hit the same question every homeowner and contractor eventually asks: does this thing need a real foundation and if so, what kind?

Helical piles (also called screw piles or helical piers) aren't the answer for everything. But for most foundation projects, they're the faster, cleaner, and more reliable answer than pouring concrete. This foundation decision guide walks through when helical piles make sense, when they're overkill, and how to decide for your specific project.

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https://www.gtut.com/post/which-projects-actually-need-helical-piles-a-foundation-decision-guide

05/14/2026

Did you know that we cover Wyoming? Foundation problems in Wyoming are more common than most homeowners realize. Expansive clay soils, freeze-thaw cycles, shifting moisture levels, and loose fill dirt can all cause foundations to crack, settle, and move over time.

So what is the best long-term solution?

We just published a new blog breaking down how Helical Screw Piles are used to stabilize and repair settling foundations in Wyoming — and why more homeowners, contractors, and engineers are choosing them over traditional repair methods.

In the blog, we cover:
✔ Common signs of foundation settlement
✔ Why Wyoming soil creates foundation issues
✔ How Helical Screw Piles work
✔ The advantages over concrete repairs
✔ What homeowners should know before hiring a contractor

If you’ve noticed cracks in your walls, uneven floors, sticking doors, or basement wall movement, this is a must-read.

Read the full blog and learn how engineered Helical Screw Piles provide a permanent foundation repair solution built for Wyoming conditions.

https://www.gtut.com/post/foundation-repair-with-helical-piles-a-wyoming-homeowner-s-guide

05/08/2026

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04/22/2026

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04/20/2026

If you build decks in Utah, you already know the concrete footing drill. Dig holes. Wait for inspection. Pour concrete. Wait for it to cure. Hope the weather cooperates. Then start building. That process eats up days, sometimes weeks, and it gets worse during the colder months when the ground freezes and concrete does not cure properly.

Learn why Utah deck builders are switching to Helical Pile founations in our latest blog article.

https://www.gtut.com/post/why-utah-deck-builders-are-switching-to-helical-pile-foundations