[TowerTalk] How to drill foundation?

dt k0dan at comcast.net
Thu Aug 6 13:58:20 EDT 2020


Se if any well diggers are available in your area. They can easily drill 
a 4'x12' shaft, and the concrete guys can tell you the right mix for 
your area, how to handle pouring concrete into water , etc.


On 08/06/20 11:42, Kim wrote:
> Robert, look for firms that do foundations, and/or electric utility work.  Drilled foundations are somewhat common.
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> 73, Kim - WG8S
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>> On 08/06/2020 11:39 AM Robert Gerace <robert.gerace at gmail.com> wrote:
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>> I just received my engineered plans and learned of the foundation requirements.
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>> The plans state:
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>> “48” x 12’4” (If circular) below grade and 4” to 6” above grade. Order a complete truck to avoid shortage”
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>> I’m thinking my idea to rent a mini-ex and dig my own hole just went out the window.
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>> To avoid using two trucks I’m thinking I want to use a 4 foot wide auger that can go down 12’4”. I’m also thinking I want to hire someone to get it perpendicular.
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>> My question is: how do I find / hire the cell tower footing guys? Or does the group have any better ideas?
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>> Also, I’m in FL near the coast. I’m pretty sure I’m going to have a lot of water in the pit.
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>> Thanks
>> Bob
>> KD4Q
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