Building a Forest Cabin on Screw Piles: Efficient and Eco-Friendly

The Alternative to Traditional Concrete Foundations

Building the foundation of a cottage on screw piles offers several advantages over traditional concrete foundations:

Advantages of Screw Pile Foundations

• Project Size: Suitable for various project sizes.
• Soil Type: Adaptable to different soil types.
• Budget: Potential for cost savings.
• Construction Time: Faster installation.

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A medium-sized project 

In order to show you the available possibilities, here is an example of the construction of a “Maisons Bonneville”, a medium-sized house, and entirely built on screw pile foundations. 

It took the intervention of just one person, Stéphane Bergeron our expert franchisee from Pieux Vistech Haute-Yamaska, with his mini excavator. The result is a stable and solid foundation installed in just one day. This allowed the construction of this project to begin quickly. 

How Many Screw Piles are Needed?

The number of piles required depends on the project’s size:

• 16: Screw piles for the house foundation.
• 12: Screw piles for the balcony.

Benefits of Screw Piles on Flat Ground

Opting for screw piles on flat, semi-sandy soil offers:

• Reduced Construction Time
• Lower Site Costs

Imagine building your home anywhere you want, regardless of the slope or soil type, even on the water’s edge or in the forest!

Project by Vistech Haute Yamaska

Advantages of Vistech Screw Pile Technology

• Low Ecosystem Impact
• Lower Costs
• Shorter Deadlines
• Fewer Resources Required
• Versatile and Adaptable

These benefits make screw piles a real ally for construction in wooded areas or challenging terrains.

Do you have a project to build a cabin in the forest? Explore more about our projects and how screw piles can benefit you by visiting our blog.