What a Pier Is Intended to Do
A pier can transfer load from the structure to deeper or more reliable support conditions, depending on its design and installation.
Different Pier Systems
Repair contractors may use different materials and installation approaches. The important comparison is how the proposed system is intended to perform at the property and what assumptions support the design.
Placement and Quantity
The number and location of support points should follow the movement pattern, structure, loads, access, and repair objective.
Questions Worth Asking
Ask why piers are being recommended, where they will be placed, what movement is being corrected, how the structure will be monitored during work, and what is included after installation.