Sheet Piling Costs

The cost of sheet piling depends on the following 6 factors:

The size of the foundation can significantly affect the cost of sheet piling. Large foundations require more sheet piles to form the desired pile wall length. This ultimately leads to increased costs compared to smaller foundations.

Site accessibility can vary from project to project. In some cases, it can be difficult to access because of limited space or environmental restrictions. This leads to the requirement for additional planning and resources, potentially affecting costs.

Soil conditions also impact the cost of sheet piling. Geotechnical testing is often conducted to evaluate soil conditions, which is an additional cost to keep in mind. Difficult soil conditions may need specific machinery or equipment for successful pile installation, thus increasing costs. For instance, highly-powered water jets are used for driving assistance into stiff clay or dense soil. In contrast, softer soils are easier and more budget-friendly to work with.

The dimensions of sheet piles including the length, thickness and depth will affect material costs. Longer and thicker piles tend to be more expensive due to the higher amount of material used. The required depth of sheet piles depends on the type of work being carried out. For tall buildings and skyscrapers, longer piles are driven deeper into the ground to form a stronger pile wall. On the other hand, piles for residential work may not be driven as deep.

The method used to install sheet piles can influence costs. While sheet piles are typically driven or hammered into the ground, this can cause loud noise and high vibration levels in the area which may not suit all sheet piling projects. Alternatively, pressing installation methods cause far less noise and vibration but it may be more expensive than driving or hammering.

Large sheet piling projects naturally require more time and labour, increasing the overall cost. In addition, complex projects may require more design and engineering resources, further increasing costs.

To calculate your cost per square meter, the project price can be combined with your survey.