When you’re building in South East Queensland, the ground beneath you matters just as much as the structure above it. With varied soil types, coastal pockets, reactive clay zones, and high-growth construction corridors, you can’t afford to gamble on subpar foundations. That’s where Fenwick Drilling comes in—South East Queensland’s specialists in Bored Piers, delivering rock-solid foundation solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial builds.
As construction ramps up across Brisbane, the Gold Coast, Ipswich, Logan, the Scenic Rim and the Sunshine Coast, the demand for experienced drilling contractors has never been higher. Fenwick Drilling continues to lead the industry with precision drilling, reliable machinery, and a reputation built on decades of high-quality work.
If you’re planning a build and need dependable Bored Piers installed to spec, this is exactly where Fenwick Drilling excels.
Bored Piers (also known as bored piles) are deep foundation elements created by drilling into the ground and filling the hole with reinforced concrete. They provide strength, stability, and load-bearing capacity for structures where standard foundations just aren’t enough.
They’re commonly used for:
In South East Queensland, the need for Bored Piers is high due to:
With the wrong contractor, Bored Piers become a risk. With Fenwick Drilling, they become a long-term strength.
Fenwick Drilling understands that Bored Piers must be drilled to exact depths, diameters, and engineering specifications—no shortcuts. Their operators are experienced, methodical, and meticulous, ensuring every pier is structurally sound and compliant.
SEQ jobs vary wildly. One day it’s coastal sand, the next it’s basalt, clay, or heavily compacted ground. Fenwick Drilling uses modern, well-maintained rigs capable of handling:
No matter the terrain, they show up with the right equipment.
Drilling without understanding local soil profiles is a fast track to blowouts and engineering failures. Fenwick Drilling’s experience in the region means they anticipate ground conditions before the rig even fires up. This reduces delays, avoids costly re-drills, and keeps projects on schedule.
Structural integrity starts at the foundations—and the foundations start with safe, compliant drilling. Fenwick Drilling meets all industry standards, engineering requirements, and site safety protocols.
Construction delays cost money. Fenwick Drilling prides itself on punctuality, consistent communication, and predictable job completion. When they say they’ll get it done, they get it done.
Fenwick Drilling covers the entire SEQ region, servicing builders, developers, and homeowners in:
Growth is booming across all these zones, and Fenwick Drilling’s expertise ensures foundations meet engineering and environmental requirements regardless of location.
Bored Piers deliver strong, stable foundations even in challenging soil profiles.
Unlike driven piles, Bored Piers create very little disturbance—ideal for tight suburban builds or sites near existing structures.
Piers can be engineered specifically for your project’s weight, soil, and structural needs.
Correctly installed Bored Piers provide decades of reliable support.
Perfect for areas like Tamborine Mountain or hilly Logan Hinterland blocks.
You’ll typically need Bored Piers when:
Fenwick Drilling can assess your site needs and provide guidance on the best drilling solution.