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1. What are Ground Screws?

Ground screws are large steel screws that replace the need to dig traditional foundations and lay concrete.  

2. Can I install the Ground Screws myself?

No, Stop Digging supply and install the ground screws. We have specialist machinery to install the screws and our installers have been trained and certified.

3. How do Ground Screws work?

On arrival at the site, we scan the area to ensure there are no pipes or electric cables, we drill pilot holes for ground screws to ensure there are no large rocks and it is suitable, we then set out the screw locations, then we will insert the screws, each screw takes just minutes to ensure and we use a laser to level them off.

That’s it, ready for your base, structure or objects to be placed on top.

4. How many Ground Screws do I need?

This will all depend on the size and weight of your project. For a garden room, a typical rule of thumb would be one screw per square meter.

To get a bit more of an accurate guide, use our calculator here or even better get in touch for a free estimate and we will be able to give a much more accurate number.

5. What are Ground Screws made of?

Stop digging ground screws are manufactured from steel, They are galvanised according to DIN EN ISO 1461. 

6. What are Ground Screws used for?

Ground screws can be used for many things such as:

SIP Panel Extensions, timber framed houses, mobile homes, shipping containers, porta cabins, glamping pods, playground equipment, solar panels, signs, fencing, decking, pergolas, carports, sports equipment, site fencing, flag poles and much more!

7. What size are Ground Screws?

The ground screws range from 865mm to a whopping 2500mm.

8. Why use a Ground Screw?

There are many reasons to use ground screws over concrete. Ground screws are much faster to install, saving you valuable time. Time = money. In addition, they often work out cheaper than the cost of digging foundations and creating a concrete base. They save so much hassle and do not cause damage to the surrounding area. They are better for the environment and can be used in conservation areas, near trees, on slopes and uneven ground.

9. Are Ground Screws any good?

What a great question. The answer to that would be YES. Ground screws solve many problems that a contractor or person might have when using concrete. They save time, hassle and money. They even come with a 25-year guarantee. What could be better than that?

Summary

So there you have it, the answers to the most googled questions about ground screws.