Business Details
33 Years
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Emergency
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Expert Geotechnical Construction Services in New England
Helical Drilling has been revolutionizing geotechnical construction in the Northeast for over 30 years. Our team of engineers, construction managers, and field crews deliver turnkey solutions for complex ground improvement, deep foundation, and earth retention challenges. We prioritize safety, precision, and cost-effectiveness while addressing demanding conditions like limited access, low vibration requirements, and unstable soils. Our in-house expertise spans design-build methodologies, including Geopier systems, helical piles, micropiles, and grouting techniques.With a legacy of innovation, weve established market leadership in helical pile and ground improvement solutions across New England. Our commitment to technical excellence, client collaboration, and risk management ensures reliable execution for infrastructure, commercial, and industrial projects. We maintain rigorous quality control standards and invest in advanced equipment to meet evolving industry demands.
Services
Ground Improvement
Deep Foundations
Earth Retention
Grouting
Underpinning
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of specialized geotechnical experience in the Northeast.
- Our in-house team includes certified engineers and construction experts.
- We prioritize safety and precision in high-risk ground improvement projects.
- Our patented Geopier systems deliver superior soil stabilization results.
- We provide 24/7 emergency response for critical foundation failures.
Services
Ground Improvement
Our ground improvement techniques enhance soil load-bearing capacity using Geopier systems, rapid impact compaction, and aggregate piers. We address settlement control, weak soils, and high groundwater tables for commercial and infrastructure projects. Our methods reduce costs and accelerate timelines compared to traditional deep foundations.
Deep Foundations
We install helical piles, ductile iron piles, and drilled micropiles for structures requiring deep load transfer. Our solutions excel in limited access sites, vibration-sensitive areas, and unstable soil conditions. Projects include bridges, high-rises, and industrial facilities across New England.
Earth Retention
Our earth retention systems stabilize slopes and excavations using secant walls, soil nailing, and tiebacks. We specialize in urban environments adjacent to existing structures, ensuring safety during deep excavations for basements, transportation projects, and waterfront developments.
Grouting
We perform compaction, jet, and chemical grouting to densify soils, seal voids, and lift settled slabs. Our precision grouting addresses infrastructure repairs, tunneling support, and underpinning for residential and commercial applications with minimal disruption.
Underpinning
Our underpinning solutions reinforce existing foundations using micropiles and grouting. We stabilize structures affected by adjacent construction, soil movement, or increased loading. Clients include historic building restorers and hospital expansion projects requiring vibration control.
People
Chad Graybill
President
Chad Graybill leads Helical Drillings strategic growth while maintaining operational oversight. With deep expertise in geotechnical construction, he drives innovation in foundation solutions and client partnerships across the Northeast.
Scott Crowley
CFO
Scott Crowley manages financial operations and resource allocation for Helical Drilling. His leadership ensures sustained investment in equipment, safety programs, and workforce development for long-term client value.
Craig Harris
Construction Operations Manager
Craig Harris oversees field operations, coordinating crews and equipment for complex geotechnical projects. His 20+ years of experience ensure efficient execution of deep foundations and earth retention systems.
Michael Cronenberger
Specialty Division Manager
Michael Cronenberger directs specialty construction services, including grouting and underpinning. His technical leadership ensures compliance with engineering specifications for challenging soil conditions and urban environments.
Michael Pockoski
Ground Improvement Division Manager
Michael Pockoski leads ground improvement initiatives, specializing in Geopier systems and soil stabilization. He develops customized solutions for commercial developments and infrastructure projects with problematic soils.
Questions
What geotechnical services does Helical Drilling offer?
We provide ground improvement, deep foundations, earth retention, grouting, and underpinning solutions for commercial, infrastructure, and industrial projects.
Do you work outside New England?
While our focus is New England, we’ve completed projects in New York and select regional markets requiring specialized geotechnical expertise.
Can you handle emergency foundation repairs?
Yes, we offer 24/7 emergency response for critical foundation failures using rapid-deployment helical pile and grouting systems.
What makes your ground improvement methods unique?
We combine patented Geopier systems with proprietary compaction techniques to achieve superior soil stabilization at lower costs than traditional methods.
Are your crews certified for specialized work?
Our teams hold certifications in helical pile installation, grouting, and OSHA safety standards for high-risk construction environments.
How do you handle limited access sites?
We deploy compact equipment and modular systems like micropiles to complete projects in tight urban spaces or environmentally sensitive areas.
Reviews (2)
Angela Pietrantonio
Jun 22, 2021
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Critical: Professionalism, Value This is the worst company in how they treat their workers. My son has been hurt numerous times on their job sites and the treatment that they receive is horrible.
John Gomes
Nov 18, 2018
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Professional people who treat their employees like family. Home of the happy employee. Can't say enough about the culture of this employer
