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Discover our top tips below for successfully installing our DIY ground screws yourself
These tips help simplify your DIY project and ensure you build the perfect foundation for your structure.
It is always advisable to check / scan for underground services before any installation
Build your base in manageable sections and put the base in your preferred location. Use the base to mark out the position of your ground screws.
Once you have marked the position for installation we recommend you pre-drill a hole prior to installing your ground screw using a 25mm drill. Although this is not completely necessary it will help in 2 ways, firstly it will identify any obstructions that may be below ground such as large rocks and bricks which could hinder installation, and secondly pre-drilling will help to ensure installation is vertical as your ground screw will follow the line of the drilled hole. It is advisable to have a 2nd person at hand to help sight the drill to ensure it is vertical from a few metres away.
In drier conditions you can pour water in and around the ground screw prior to installation to soften ground. Wait a few minutes for water to disperse through the drain hole at the bottom of the ground screw, then install your ground screw. advisable to check / scan for underground services before any installation
For every ¼ turn of the installation tool the ground screw will move 10mm further into the ground. You might find this information helpful if you are installing several ground screws that need to be level with each other
