{"id":5900,"date":"2025-03-25T14:05:08","date_gmt":"2025-03-25T19:05:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/triad-inc.com\/strait\/?post_type=our-products&#038;p=5900"},"modified":"2025-04-04T16:02:53","modified_gmt":"2025-04-04T21:02:53","slug":"get-a-diamond-pier-foundation-in-ohio","status":"publish","type":"our-products","link":"https:\/\/triad-inc.com\/strait\/our-products\/decking\/get-a-diamond-pier-foundation-in-ohio\/","title":{"rendered":"Get a Diamond Pier Foundation in Ohio"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-top:30px;--awb-padding-bottom:50px;--awb-padding-top-small:0px;--awb-padding-bottom-small:30px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:0px;--awb-background-color:#ffffff;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-stretch fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_3_5 3_5 fusion-flex-column fusion-flex-align-self-center\" style=\"--awb-padding-top-medium:60px;--awb-padding-bottom-medium:60px;--awb-padding-top-small:0px;--awb-padding-right-small:30px;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:60%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:3.2%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:3.2%;--awb-width-medium:40%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:4.8%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:4.8%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:1;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-small:0px;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\" data-scroll-devices=\"small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-row\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-1 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-one\" style=\"--awb-margin-bottom:0px;--awb-sep-color:var(--awb-color5);--awb-font-size:43px;\"><h1 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;font-size:1em;line-height:1.35;\"><strong>DIAMOND PIER<\/strong><\/h1><\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"align-self: flex-start;margin-right:auto;margin-top:10px;margin-bottom:10px;width:100%;\"><div class=\"fusion-separator-border sep-single sep-solid\" style=\"--awb-height:20px;--awb-amount:20px;--awb-sep-color:var(--awb-color5);border-color:var(--awb-color5);border-top-width:1px;\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1 fusion-text-no-margin\"><p>S&amp;L Lumber offers Diamond Pier footings and tools to homeowners and builders who want to create a strong foundation in just minutes. Diamond Pier is a unique system that uses galvanized steel pins and concrete heads that allow the soil to function as a foundation.<\/p>\n<p>Based on pin pile technology, Diamond Pier keeps soil intact while creating a foundation that rivals the strength of concrete and is guaranteed to last the life of your structure.<\/p>\n<p>These innovative footings can even be installed in soils that are traditionally challenging to build on, such as those with sand or silt. No excavation or heavy machinery is needed, and the system is independently tested to ensure strength and code compliance.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-1 fusion_builder_column_2_5 2_5 fusion-flex-column fusion-flex-align-self-center\" style=\"--awb-padding-top-medium:60px;--awb-padding-bottom-medium:60px;--awb-padding-top-small:0px;--awb-padding-bottom-small:0px;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:40%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:4.8%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:4.8%;--awb-width-medium:40%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:4.8%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:4.8%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:1;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-small:0px;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\" data-scroll-devices=\"small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-center fusion-content-layout-row\"><div class=\"fusion-image-element \" style=\"--awb-caption-title-font-family:var(--h2_typography-font-family);--awb-caption-title-font-weight:var(--h2_typography-font-weight);--awb-caption-title-font-style:var(--h2_typography-font-style);--awb-caption-title-size:var(--h2_typography-font-size);--awb-caption-title-transform:var(--h2_typography-text-transform);--awb-caption-title-line-height:var(--h2_typography-line-height);--awb-caption-title-letter-spacing:var(--h2_typography-letter-spacing);\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-1 hover-type-none\" style=\"border-radius:3px 3px 3px 36px;\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"408\" height=\"473\" alt=\"Diamond Pier\" title=\"Diamond Pier\" src=\"https:\/\/triad-inc.com\/strait\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/deck-1-100.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-4385\" srcset=\"https:\/\/triad-inc.com\/strait\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/deck-1-100-200x232.jpg 200w, https:\/\/triad-inc.com\/strait\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/deck-1-100-400x464.jpg 400w, https:\/\/triad-inc.com\/strait\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/deck-1-100.jpg 408w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 408px\" \/><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-2 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-2 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-padding-bottom-small:30px;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\" data-scroll-devices=\"small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-2 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-margin-bottom:0px;--awb-sep-color:var(--awb-color5);--awb-font-size:33px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left md-text-align-center\" style=\"margin:0;font-size:1em;line-height:1.35;\"><strong>BENEFITS OF DIAMOND PIER FOOTINGS<\/strong><\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-2\"><p><strong>Get a foundation in minutes.<\/strong>\u00a0Diamond Pier allows builders to set a pier in minutes\u2013no waiting for concrete to cure. You can start framing your structure immediately after installation.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Guaranteed to last.<\/strong>\u00a0If you register your Diamond Pier warranty within 30 days of the installation, your foundation is guaranteed for the life of the original structure.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Keep soil intact.<\/strong>\u00a0Traditional footings require digging and excavation, which weakens soil and compromises water flow. Diamond Pier allows for minimal soil disruption to keep your soil\u2013and its strength\u2013intact.<\/p>\n<p><strong>No maintenance.<\/strong>\u00a0No maintenance is required once your footings are installed, meaning you can enjoy your structure without having to worry about the foundation over the years.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Protect your yard.<\/strong>\u00a0Diamond Pier does not require excavation or heavy machinery, meaning you can create a sound foundation while protecting your yard and landscaping.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Reduced labor costs.<\/strong>\u00a0Although Diamond Pier costs more than traditional concrete footings, you\u2019ll pay less for labor and installation while setting up your structure faster.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Works in challenging soils.<\/strong>\u00a0Soil containing sand, silt, clay, or gravel isn\u2019t a problem for Diamond Pier footings as long as it has at least 1,500 pounds per square foot (psf) bearing strength.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-3 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-bottom:30px;--awb-padding-top-small:0px;--awb-padding-bottom-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:0px;--awb-background-color:#ffffff;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-stretch fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-3 fusion_builder_column_1_2 1_2 fusion-flex-column fusion-flex-align-self-stretch\" style=\"--awb-padding-top-medium:60px;--awb-padding-bottom-medium:60px;--awb-padding-top-small:0px;--awb-padding-right-small:30px;--awb-overflow:hidden;--awb-bg-image:url(&#039;https:\/\/triad-inc.com\/strait\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/deck-2-100.jpg&#039;);--awb-bg-position:center center;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-border-radius:3px 3px 3px 36px;--awb-width-large:50%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:3.84%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:3.84%;--awb-width-medium:40%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:4.8%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:4.8%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:1;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-small:0px;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\" data-scroll-devices=\"small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-row fusion-empty-column-bg-image fusion-column-has-bg-image\" data-bg-url=\"https:\/\/triad-inc.com\/strait\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/deck-2-100.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"fusion-empty-dims-img-placeholder fusion-no-large-visibility fusion-no-medium-visibility\" alt=\"deck outdoors\" aria-label=\"deck-outdoors\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%27408%27%20height%3D%27582%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%20408%20582%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%27408%27%20height%3D%27582%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-4 fusion_builder_column_1_2 1_2 fusion-flex-column fusion-flex-align-self-center\" style=\"--awb-padding-top-medium:60px;--awb-padding-bottom-medium:60px;--awb-padding-top-small:0px;--awb-padding-bottom-small:30px;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:50%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:3.84%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:3.84%;--awb-width-medium:40%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:4.8%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:4.8%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:1;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-small:0px;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\" data-scroll-devices=\"small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-row\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-3 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-margin-bottom:0px;--awb-sep-color:var(--awb-color5);--awb-font-size:33px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left md-text-align-center\" style=\"margin:0;font-size:1em;line-height:1.35;\"><strong>WHAT FOUNDATIONS DOES DIAMOND PIER WORK FOR?<\/strong><\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-3 fusion-text-no-margin\" style=\"--awb-margin-bottom:30px;\"><p>Diamond Pier works for both residential and commercial structures, especially low-impact construction at homes for decks, gazebos, and walkways. However, this foundation system is also an excellent choice for building in nature preserves or parks.<\/p>\n<p>Although the Diamond Pier foundation system works well in many soils, not every soil will work. For example, the system will not work with:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Contaminated soils<\/li>\n<li>Highly expansive soils<\/li>\n<li>Shifting or sliding soils<\/li>\n<li>Soils on slopes greater than 27 degrees<\/li>\n<li>Soils weaker than 1,500 psf (2,000 psf for sand or gravel)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Diamond Pier can work in areas with harsh weather conditions. However, if traditional concrete footings up to 60 inches deep have not resisted frost heave, Diamond Pier may not be the right choice. We can help you determine if your soil would work with Diamond Pier at your chosen location.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-4 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-top-small:0px;--awb-padding-bottom-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:0px;--awb-background-color:#ffffff;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-stretch fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-5 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column fusion-flex-align-self-center\" style=\"--awb-padding-bottom:30px;--awb-padding-top-medium:60px;--awb-padding-bottom-medium:60px;--awb-padding-top-small:0px;--awb-padding-bottom-small:30px;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:40%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:4.8%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:4.8%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:1;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-small:0px;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\" data-scroll-devices=\"small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-row\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-4 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-margin-bottom:0px;--awb-sep-color:var(--awb-color5);--awb-font-size:33px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left md-text-align-center\" style=\"margin:0;font-size:1em;line-height:1.35;\"><strong>DIAMOND PIER INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS<\/strong><\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-4 fusion-text-no-margin\"><p>Installing Diamond Pier is a simple process that requires a few tools. You will need:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1-1\/8\u201d hex shaft driving bit<\/li>\n<li>35-pound breaker hammer<\/li>\n<li>Pipe wrench<\/li>\n<li>Sledgehammer<\/li>\n<li>Square shovel<\/li>\n<li>Tape measure<\/li>\n<li>Torpedo level<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Before installing the footings, it\u2019s essential to be aware of any underground obstacles and locate buried utilities. You\u2019ll need to identify and mark your pier locations, set the concrete head, and drive the pins. When you\u2019re done, place the caps on the pins. Don\u2019t forget to register the warranty within 30 days of the installation.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-5 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-bottom:50px;--awb-padding-top-small:0px;--awb-padding-bottom-small:30px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:0px;--awb-background-color:#ffffff;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-stretch fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-6 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column fusion-flex-align-self-center\" style=\"--awb-padding-bottom:15px;--awb-padding-top-medium:60px;--awb-padding-bottom-medium:60px;--awb-padding-top-small:0px;--awb-padding-bottom-small:30px;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:40%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:4.8%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:4.8%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:1;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-small:0px;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\" data-scroll-devices=\"small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-row\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-5 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-margin-bottom:0px;--awb-sep-color:var(--awb-color5);--awb-font-size:33px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left md-text-align-center\" style=\"margin:0;font-size:1em;line-height:1.35;\"><strong>FAQS ABOUT DIAMOND PIER<\/strong><\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-7 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column fusion-flex-align-self-center\" style=\"--awb-padding-top-medium:60px;--awb-padding-bottom-medium:60px;--awb-padding-top-small:0px;--awb-padding-bottom-small:30px;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:40%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:4.8%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:4.8%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:1;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-small:0px;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\" data-scroll-devices=\"small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-row\"><div class=\"accordian fusion-accordian\" style=\"--awb-border-size:1px;--awb-icon-size:16px;--awb-content-font-size:var(--awb-typography4-font-size);--awb-icon-alignment:right;--awb-hover-color:var(--awb-color2);--awb-border-color:var(--awb-color4);--awb-background-color:var(--awb-color4);--awb-divider-color:var(--awb-color4);--awb-divider-hover-color:var(--awb-color3);--awb-icon-color:var(--awb-color1);--awb-title-color:var(--awb-color1);--awb-content-color:var(--awb-color8);--awb-icon-box-color:var(--awb-color1);--awb-toggle-hover-accent-color:var(--awb-color1);--awb-toggle-active-accent-color:var(--awb-color1);--awb-title-font-family:var(--awb-typography1-font-family);--awb-title-font-weight:var(--awb-typography1-font-weight);--awb-title-font-style:var(--awb-typography1-font-style);--awb-title-font-size:16px;--awb-title-letter-spacing:var(--awb-typography1-letter-spacing);--awb-title-line-height:var(--awb-typography1-line-height);--awb-content-font-family:var(--awb-typography4-font-family);--awb-content-font-weight:var(--awb-typography4-font-weight);--awb-content-font-style:var(--awb-typography4-font-style);\"><div class=\"panel-group fusion-toggle-icon-right fusion-toggle-icon-unboxed\" id=\"accordion-5900-1\"><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-242b26a48c8d3a8a1 fusion-toggle-no-divider\" style=\"--awb-title-color:var(--awb-color8);\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_242b26a48c8d3a8a1\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"242b26a48c8d3a8a1\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-5900-1\" data-target=\"#242b26a48c8d3a8a1\" href=\"#242b26a48c8d3a8a1\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon fa-angle-up fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon fa-angle-down fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Why Choose Diamond Pier Over Traditional Concrete Footings?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"242b26a48c8d3a8a1\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_242b26a48c8d3a8a1\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>Diamond Pier is much easier and faster to install. It requires no digging, heavy equipment, concrete mixing, or augers. You can start framing your structure in minutes and avoid expensive labor costs and soil disruption that come with traditional footings.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-e3f29bb360bb3efd9 fusion-toggle-no-divider\" style=\"--awb-title-color:var(--awb-color8);\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_e3f29bb360bb3efd9\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e3f29bb360bb3efd9\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-5900-1\" data-target=\"#e3f29bb360bb3efd9\" href=\"#e3f29bb360bb3efd9\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon fa-angle-up fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon fa-angle-down fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Is Diamond Pier Code-Compliant?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"e3f29bb360bb3efd9\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_e3f29bb360bb3efd9\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>Diamond Pier models are nationally code-compliant and have all been independently tested for safety. However, we recommend checking with your local building department to ensure the system will be compliant in your area and for your specific project.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-649d92d7d70adce8d fusion-toggle-no-divider\" style=\"--awb-title-color:var(--awb-color8);\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_649d92d7d70adce8d\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"649d92d7d70adce8d\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-5900-1\" data-target=\"#649d92d7d70adce8d\" href=\"#649d92d7d70adce8d\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon fa-angle-up fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon fa-angle-down fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Can Diamond Pier Be Used in Retrofitting or Adding to Existing Structures?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"649d92d7d70adce8d\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_649d92d7d70adce8d\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>Yes, a Diamond Pier foundation can be used to add to existing structures or retrofit buildings.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-ead42ad3f694ed5aa fusion-toggle-no-divider\" style=\"--awb-title-color:var(--awb-color8);\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_ead42ad3f694ed5aa\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"ead42ad3f694ed5aa\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-5900-1\" data-target=\"#ead42ad3f694ed5aa\" href=\"#ead42ad3f694ed5aa\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon fa-angle-up fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon fa-angle-down fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">What Load-Bearing Capacity Does Diamond Pier Offer?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"ead42ad3f694ed5aa\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_ead42ad3f694ed5aa\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>Diamond Pier offers different models for various load-bearing capacities. Each pier in the DP-50\/50\u201d model has a 4,400-pound bearing capacity, while the DP-75\/50\u201d piers can hold up to 5,600 pounds, and the DP-75\/63\u201d piers can hold up to 6,400 pounds. These bearing capacities depend on your soil, as silt or clay soil can bear less weight than sand or gravel.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-4d0ebb2a5cae2b09d fusion-toggle-no-divider\" style=\"--awb-title-color:var(--awb-color8);\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_4d0ebb2a5cae2b09d\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"4d0ebb2a5cae2b09d\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-5900-1\" data-target=\"#4d0ebb2a5cae2b09d\" href=\"#4d0ebb2a5cae2b09d\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon fa-angle-up fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon fa-angle-down fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">What Are the Limitations on Structure Design or Layout When Using Diamond Pier?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"4d0ebb2a5cae2b09d\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_4d0ebb2a5cae2b09d\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>Each footing must be spaced at least three feet apart from the anchor bolt in the center of each pier. You can space them less than three feet apart, but you must reduce the bearing capacity by 13% for each closer-spaced pier. It\u2019s also important to set the piers back at the minimum horizontal distance from existing foundations or buried obstacles. Each pier has a designated allowed load and cannot exceed this. Diamond Pier offers several different models to ensure your foundation system can support the required loads.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-6 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-bottom:50px;--awb-padding-top-small:0px;--awb-padding-bottom-small:30px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:0px;--awb-background-color:#ffffff;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-stretch fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-8 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column fusion-flex-align-self-center\" style=\"--awb-padding-top-medium:60px;--awb-padding-bottom-medium:60px;--awb-padding-top-small:0px;--awb-padding-bottom-small:30px;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:40%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:4.8%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:4.8%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:1;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-small:0px;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\" data-scroll-devices=\"small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-row\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-6 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-margin-bottom:0px;--awb-sep-color:var(--awb-color5);--awb-font-size:33px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left md-text-align-center\" style=\"margin:0;font-size:1em;line-height:1.35;\"><strong>FIND FIBERON DECKING PRODUCTS IN COLUMBUS<\/strong><\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-5 fusion-text-no-margin\"><p>For all your composite decking material needs near Columbus, S&amp;L Lumber has three locations to buy the right deck products. Our\u00a0associates at\u00a0S&amp;L Lumber Hebron,\u00a0S&amp;L Lumber 5th Ave. in Columbus, and\u00a0S&amp;L Lumber Linworth in Worthington\u00a0are\u00a0ready to help you find and choose the best deck materials in Columbus, Ohio. The Good Life decking line is in stock at S&amp;L Lumber, with all other Fiberon products available through special order with a 1-2 week lead time.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"featured_media":4385,"parent":5533,"menu_order":0,"template":"","product-category":[111],"class_list":["post-5900","our-products","type-our-products","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","product-category-sub-pages"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v23.6 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Get a Diamond Pier Foundation in Ohio - S&amp;L Lumber<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"noindex, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Get a Diamond Pier Foundation in Ohio - S&amp;L Lumber\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/triad-inc.com\/strait\/our-products\/decking\/get-a-diamond-pier-foundation-in-ohio\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"S&amp;L Lumber\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:modified_time\" content=\"2025-04-04T21:02:53+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"https:\/\/triad-inc.com\/strait\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/deck-1-100.jpg\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:width\" content=\"408\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:height\" content=\"473\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:type\" content=\"image\/jpeg\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary_large_image\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:label1\" content=\"Est. reading time\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data1\" content=\"5 minutes\" \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\" class=\"yoast-schema-graph\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"WebPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/triad-inc.com\/strait\/our-products\/decking\/get-a-diamond-pier-foundation-in-ohio\/\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/triad-inc.com\/strait\/our-products\/decking\/get-a-diamond-pier-foundation-in-ohio\/\",\"name\":\"Get a Diamond Pier Foundation in Ohio - 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