Pressed Pilings for Foundation Repair in Dallas–Fort Worth

Pressed concrete pilings are one of the most widely used foundation repair methods in Texas, especially for homes built on slab foundations. In Dallas–Fort Worth, where expansive clay soils rise and fall with seasonal moisture changes, this system can provide durable, efficient, and budget-friendly results. At Brown Foundation Repair, our project planners evaluate each home carefully to determine whether pressed pilings are the right solution based on soil conditions, settlement depth, and the symptoms you’re seeing inside and outside the home.

What Are Pressed Pilings?

Pressed pilings are concrete cylinders that are hydraulically driven into the soil until they reach a stable point of resistance. These cylinders form a column of support that transfers the weight of your home deeper below the active clay layer. Because the system uses hydraulic pressure and the structure’s weight to achieve depth, pressed pilings can reach a load-bearing zone efficiently and with minimal disruption to your property.

Why Pressed Pilings Work Well in DFW Clay

North Texas soils are known for shrinking during droughts and swelling when moisture returns. This expansion and contraction cycle causes foundations to settle unevenly throughout the year. Pressed pilings work well under these conditions because they can penetrate past the most reactive zone of clay, helping stabilize homes experiencing moderate settlement. Their installation speed and affordability also make them a strong choice for homeowners who want reliable support without the cost or depth requirements of steel or drilled pier systems.

When Our Team Recommends Pressed Pilings

Pressed pilings are often recommended when the home shows clear movement symptoms but the settlement is not extreme. Signs include diagonal brick cracks, drywall cracking around door frames, sticking interior doors, gaps around windows, or noticeably uneven floors. This method is ideal for many slab-on-grade homes throughout Dallas, Fort Worth, Arlington, McKinney, Plano, Irving, and surrounding suburbs. During your evaluation, we review elevation changes, soil moisture behavior, and structural stress points to determine whether pressed pilings are the best match for your home’s conditions.

The Brown Method: Our Approach to Pressed Pilings

While many companies install pressed pilings, the difference comes from the attention to detail. Brown’s approach emphasizes depth, alignment, and long-term performance. We drive every piling to true refusal—not prematurely—and spend more time per pier to ensure proper depth and reliable load transfer. Unlike volume-based contractors who rush installations, our project planners closely manage the process. Every piling is shimmed with precision and alignment-checked to deliver long-lasting results and smooth elevation recovery where recommended.

This careful approach is one of the reasons Brown Foundation Repair has remained a trusted name in North Texas for more than 60 years.

How Pressed Pilings Are Installed

The installation process begins with a thorough evaluation of the home and its movement patterns. Once pier locations are identified, small access holes are made near the foundation beam. Concrete cylinders are then hydraulically driven into the ground until a stable, load-bearing zone is reached. After proper depth is confirmed, steel shims are placed to fine-tune elevation adjustments when recommended. The area is then backfilled and restored, leaving behind a stable, cost-effective foundation support system tailored to North Texas soil behavior.

Request a Free Evaluation

Every home settles for different reasons. A Brown project planner can help determine whether pressed pilings are the right long-term solution for your foundation. Schedule your free, no-obligation evaluation today.