Location: Elk Grove Village, IL
Property Type: Commercial Building
Service: Foundation Underpinning with Resistance Piers
Completion Date: 2025
Overview
Atlas Restoration was hired to stabilize a commercial building in Elk Grove Village, IL, experiencing signs of structural settlement. Movement along portions of the foundation indicated the need for deep structural support to prevent further displacement and ensure long-term building performance.
After reviewing site conditions and structural requirements, Atlas Restoration implemented a resistance pier underpinning system designed to transfer the building’s load to competent bearing strata well below unstable surface soils.
The goal was to permanently stabilize the affected areas while maintaining structural integrity and minimizing disruption to the property.
Challenges
Ongoing Settlement
Portions of the foundation showed movement consistent with soil-related settlement, requiring deep support to halt progression.
Engineered Load Requirements
Each pier installation had to meet verified resistance to ensure proper load transfer and structural reliability.
Commercial Structural Considerations
Working within a commercial structure required careful planning, controlled installation procedures, and precise execution.
Solution
Atlas Restoration completed the stabilization in a systematic, engineered process:
Site Preparation
• Established controlled work areas and protected surrounding building components.
• Identified precise pier installation locations per structural layout.
Resistance Pier Installation
• Installed Titan Model SP-110, 3½-inch outside diameter resistance piers.
• Hydraulically advanced each pier to reach competent bearing strata.
• Monitored resistance during installation to confirm load capacity.
Load Transfer & Stabilization
• Carefully transferred structural loads onto the newly installed pier system.
• Achieved stabilization to prevent further settlement and foundation movement.
Final Restoration
• Restored impacted areas to maintain a clean and professional finish.
Outcome
Upon completion, the Elk Grove Village commercial building was successfully stabilized with a deep-driven resistance pier system engineered for long-term structural support.
The project delivered:
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Permanent foundation stabilization
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Proper load transfer to stable soils
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Protection against continued settlement
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Increased structural reliability for the building
Why Commercial Property Owners Trust Atlas Restoration
Foundation movement in commercial buildings requires precision, engineering alignment, and experienced installation. Atlas Restoration specializes in deep foundation systems that provide dependable, long-term structural solutions with minimal disruption.
If your commercial building is showing signs of settlement or structural movement, Atlas Restoration delivers the expertise and engineered solutions needed to restore stability with confidence.
