Bell Bottom Piers
Advantages		Disadvantages
Permanent solution when properly installed Bell bottom footing can be checked Depth can be verified Soils can be checked visually Alignment can be visually verified Concrete is steel reinforced		Most pier failures occur because bell footings are not properly installed (size, debris, or moisture can affect performance) Soils are not properly identified Takes 2-4 weeks to complete the job Mess of pouring concrete plus time delays can cause expensive loss or damage to plants One size fits all regardless of weight of structure or soils

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