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Bored pier inspection in Aintree

Bored piers are often required for new homes in Aintree, and the engineering design sets the correct depth and diameter.

  • Piers bored and cages placed, before the concrete pour
  • About 1 hour on site
  • Report within 24 hours
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When to bookPiers bored and cages placed, before the concrete pour
Time on siteAbout 1 hour on site
Inspected againstAS 2870, AS 3600, the geotechnical report and the engineer's footing design

What is included in a Aintree bored piers inspection

  • Pier positions and spacing against the footing plan
  • Pier diameter checked at the top of each hole
  • Depth against the engineer's design and the soil report
  • Founding material at the base where visible
  • Reinforcement cage size, laps and starter bars
  • Cover to the cage and centralisers
  • Hole cleanliness, spoil and loose material
  • Standing water or seepage before the pour
  • Steel projection into the slab or beam
  • Termite and service penetrations near piers
  • Set-out against the site plan and boundaries
  • Records and photographs for the engineer where required
Why it matters here

Bored piers inspections on Aintree builds

Aintree's ground can vary, and the engineering typically specifies piers to reach stable founding material. This inspection checks those details before the concrete is poured.

What we find at this stage in Aintree

  • Pier diameter smaller than the design
  • Cage not sitting centred in the hole
  • Water in the bottom of the hole
  • Founding material disturbed or loose
  • Pier depth below the design level
Sample findings

Sample defects found during our bored piers inspections in Aintree

Annotated findings from Bored piers inspections.

The other stages of a Aintree build

  1. Slab pre-pour inspection in Aintree2Slab pre-pourSteel exposed and pods fixed, before the concrete
  2. Frame inspection in Aintree3FrameFrame and trusses up, with the roof sheeted, before cladding
  3. Lock-up (pre-plaster) inspection in Aintree4Lock-up (pre-plaster)Roof, windows and doors installed, before plasterboard
  4. Fixing inspection in Aintree5FixingDoors, joinery and mouldings fitted, prior to painting
  5. Waterproofing inspection in Aintree6WaterproofingMembrane on and cured, before the tiler starts work
  6. Pre-handover (PCI) inspection in Aintree7Pre-handover (PCI)Ready for your final check before handover.

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FAQ

Bored piers inspections in Aintree: common questions

Are piers common in Aintree?

Yes, many lots in the Woodlea Estate require them due to ground conditions. The engineering plan will show if they are needed for your specific lot.

What do you look for?

We check the pier diameter, depth, and the position of the steel cage against the approved drawings.

Is standing water a major issue?

Yes. Water in the hole can wash away fines and leave loose material, which affects the pier's structural strength.

Who checks that the piers are correct?

The building surveyor will check these conditions during the final stages. This inspection provides a report for you beforehand.

How long for the results?

The inspection usually takes about an hour, depending on the number of piers on the block.

Can you see the steel after the pour?

No. Once the concrete is poured, you cannot verify the depth or the cage's position. This inspection is for that reason.

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