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Micropile Foundation

Updated Mar 26, 2026
Small-diameter (4-12 inch) drilled and grouted pile for foundation support in limited access, low headroom, and difficult soil conditions. Carries 50-500 kip loads. Used for underpinning, seismic retrofit, and new construction on problematic soils.
TAGS
foundationmicropileunderpinningdeep-foundationgrouted
DETAILS
capacity
50-500 kips
category
Foundations — Deep
diameter
4-12 inches
installation
Drilling rig + grout pump
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