Photo Album: Helical Piers installed to resolve a settling foundation in Villa Hills, KY.

A Helical Pier is mechanically screwed into the ground until it reaches stable soil.  A bracket is attached to the pier and the foundation footer.  This transfers the weight of the structure to the stable soil and will stabilize the foundation and protect it from settling any further.  An attempt will be made to raise the foundation.  After installation, the soil will be put back around the house and once the soil settles back into place, you won't even notice them.