Bored Piles Construction

Bored Piles Construction

1. Size can be varied

   • Suits different ground conditions
   • Allows for stronger foundations

2. High cost (compared to driven piles)

   • More material needed
   • More wastage to get rid of

3. Defects can occur during construction

   • Cracking leads to weaker pile strength
   • Costly to Replace

4. Suitable for Urban Conctruction

   • Lower noise - less effect on surrounding buildings
   • Less vibration - less effect on surrounding buildings

5. Construction can be completed quickly

   • Machinery is mobile and can be moved quickly to bore holes
     • More holes can then be poured at a time.

6. Soil can be tested before construction

   • Allows suitability of construction method to be assessed.