Project Overview
The Dawson Foundation Engineering (DFE) team have been on the road this week, successfully completing two domestic piling projects in Swadlincote and Whickham. Both schemes were secured through recommendations from previous clients and consulting engineers.
Across the two sites, DFE delivered a complete residential piling solution, progressing both projects efficiently within a single working week.
Scope of Works
Across the two locations, the team installed a total of 16 No. piles, comprising 8 No. 150mm diameter piles per project, reaching depths of up to 8.0 metres. In addition, approximately 30 linear metres of reinforced concrete ground beams were constructed to form the foundation system.
The works were carefully planned and sequenced to ensure safe and efficient delivery on both domestic sites.
Engineering & Design
All load takedowns, pile layouts, pile designs and ground beam designs were completed in house by DFE’s Chartered Engineer and company owner. This ensured a seamless transition from design through to installation, minimising delays and maintaining full control over the foundation solution.
This integrated approach allowed DFE to deliver a compliant and cost-effective foundation system tailored to each property.
Programme & Delivery
An excellent team effort enabled both projects to be completed within a single week, demonstrating DFE’s ability to deliver multiple domestic piling schemes efficiently while maintaining quality and safety standards.
The team will return next week to Cockermouth to complete the reinforced concrete ground beams on the recently installed ODEX piles.
Our Expertise
Dawson Foundation Engineering designs and installs a full range of specialist piling solutions for domestic and commercial projects, including:
- Residential piling
- Bottom-driven steel-cased piles
- Screw piles
- Continuous Flight Auger (CFA) piles
- Sectional Flight Auger (SFA) piles
- Associated reinforced concrete works
With in-house engineering expertise and a proven track record on domestic projects, DFE continues to support homeowners, builders and engineers across the UK.
