Project Overview: Foundation for a Timber Framed Building in Tunbridge Wells
A new timber framed building project in Tunbridge Wells required a robust and efficient foundation solution. Our team, enjoying the benefit of clear skies and good weather, successfully completed the installation of 35 Sectional Flight Auger (SFA) piles and a substantial 224 square meter (m²) reinforced concrete (RC) raft slab. This combination created a comprehensive and reliable piled raft foundation, perfectly tailored for the new structure.
As expert piling contractors and specialists in ground engineering, our approach ensured a smooth and timely delivery of this critical phase. The successful completion of the SFA piling and RC raft slab in Tunbridge Wells highlights our capability to provide solid foundations for timber framed buildings, even when external factors like weather contribute positively to our team's morale and efficiency on site.
Scope of Works & Key Details: SFA Piles and Raft Slab for Tunbridge Wells Project
Our detailed execution for this Tunbridge Wells foundation project ensured precision and adherence to schedule:
Element | Specification | Added Value |
|---|---|---|
SFA Pile Installation | Thirty-five low-noise SFA piles were strategically installed, forming the deep support system for the new timber framed building. | Provided deep, vibration-free foundation support, ensuring stability without disturbing the surrounding environment. This efficient bored piling method is ideal for various ground conditions. |
RC Raft Slab | A 224 m² reinforced concrete raft slab was poured over the completed pile grid, forming the primary slab foundation for the structure. | Delivered a highly efficient load-spreading foundation, distributing the building's weight evenly across the entire footprint. This RC concrete slab provides a durable and level base, ready for the timber frame erection. |
Construction Process | Thorough site preparation and precise foundation set-out. Bored pile drilling using the advanced SFA method ensured quiet operations. Careful concrete placement for the piles and the extensive RC raft slab, with continuous quality checks throughout. All works were completed efficiently, benefiting from optimal working conditions. | By expertly integrating SFA piles with a significant raft slab, we delivered a complete and highly efficient foundation package for the new timber framed building. This project in Tunbridge Wells showcases our ability to provide tailored foundation solutions, ensuring structural integrity and timely completion, which in turn supports the seamless progression of the overall construction schedule. |
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We reached out to a few companies and Direct Pilling were the most professional from the 1st engagement and throughout the whole process. I dealt with Ricky first and then Barrie both brothers that run the family business. I was kept up to date throughout the whole process. I would recommend Direct Piling to anyone that needs any of their services.
Kate & Dan Levene
We chose the Direct Piling for our extension. The sales person Ben was extremely helpful with his comments and always available to discuss matters and never missed a call back. Ricky the project manager explained what was happening throughout the procedure with phone calls and I must mention Rachel for any issues we had. Overall very good job done.
Kevin Brown
Direct Piling have certainly exceeded expectations. Clear communication from the Estimating / Design / Project Management team at the start of the project. Site visit by their PM ahead of commencing works to ensure that we were fully aware of the Piling gangs requirements.
Ray Brinklow
Very good professional team of people from workforce to admin very pleased all round would definitely recommend this company
Kim Hart
What a breath of fresh air to deal with a company that exceeds all of your expectations. Direct Piling are that company. From my first contact with Barrie in the office to the two hardworking men, Dan and Lenny who carried out the job, I have been so impressed with their professionalism, capability and friendliness. Along the way I also met Shane, Dave and Jairo all added positively to the experience,Thank you for a job ‘very well done’.
Karan Dixit
Recently used Direct Piling for a project and was very pleased with their services, From the initial consultation through to final completion all went smoothly. As it was our first time using a piling system they helped us understand the processes and options for design, we look forward to working with you on future projects!
Sophie Walters
Direct Piling are a really nice family business that we couldn't recommend more highly. We had a 14m x 11m foundation concrete slab with mini piles completed within their estimation of 4 weeks from start to finish and on quote. The building inspector said he wished all his clients were up to their standards! From my many phone calls with Ben from the outset through to Ricky, Barrie and Shane (3 brothers) they are all so friendly and helpful especially as we were project managing ourselves and needed some help. Shane stood out as a very hard worker who started early every morning, talked things through daily and is a real perfectionist, particularly with his shuttering! Nothing was too much trouble and easy to speak to any of them on the phone. Very pleased with the end result and would definitely use them again.
Andy Wigmore
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Martyn
