Screw foundations, a simple and solid foundation without concrete

The realization of a porch, canopy, greenhouse or gazebo all have one thing in common: it starts with the foundation. "By using screw foundations, a foundation can be assembled quickly and easily. FIRST BASE Ground Screws knows all about this," says sales director Camile Gisbers. He talks about FIRST BASE's expertise and the wide applicability of their screw foundations.

"FIRST BASE provides screw foundations that can be installed easily and quickly," says Gisbers. "The biggest difference with other foundation types is that there is hardly any extra work involved. You don't have to dig, remove soil or pour concrete. In the vast majority of cases in the outdoors, screw foundations can be installed with a manual, electric machine. After all, it's simply a very large screw screwed into the ground."

Widely applicable in outdoor living

FIRST BASE's range of products goes beyond screw foundations. With different types of screw-in foundations and numerous accessories, the screw foundations can be used in many situations. "Our screw foundations can be installed in almost all types of soil: sand, clay and peat. Which screw foundation is needed varies depending on the type of soil and what will be placed on it. The pile load and soil type determine the diameter and length of the screw piles. Depending on this, FIRST BASE offers the right screw foundation."

In-house structural engineer

The realization of a project sometimes requires permits. "From the moment the permits come into the picture, we can already help," says Gisbers. This is because FIRST BASE not only supplies the screw foundations, but also has the expertise to make calculations, based on the correct data, to determine what diameter and length the screw foundations for a foundation should be. "We have the knowledge and expertise to be able to demonstrate with calculations what is required to be founded with screw foundations," continued Gisbers. "FIRST BASE is in the picture from the very beginning of a project. Provided the right data is supplied, we can provide the substantiation for municipality or client."

More than a simple foundation

According to Gisbers, the biggest advantage of screw foundations is efficiency. "There is no need to dig and no need to use concrete, so the foundations take less time. Unlike pouring concrete or setting foundations, screw foundations are also suitable for circular and modular construction. In fact, it is possible to reuse the screw foundations. After all, at the end of its service life, the steel can be recycled.

FIRST BASE supplies the screw foundations to installers of canopies and porches, among others. Besides supplying those products, giving the right advice is also very important, Gisbers said. "We don't just sell the product, we like to think along with you. We offer a total solution. Before a foundation is installed, it is good to know what the starting situation is. In sandy soil, for example, shorter screw piles are sufficient, but in peaty soil you need longer ones. We have the knowledge about foundations and can advise which choice to make and why."