68mm x 1100mm Self Install Ground Screw

68mm x 1100mm Self Install Ground Screw

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Product code: GS-68x1100

In stock

length

1100mm

install range

300mm

diameter

68mm

load capacity

950kg

material

Galvanised Steel

wall thickness

1.8mm

Discover our 1100mm self-install ground screw – a quick, eco-friendly solution compatible with all of our self installation bracket options. Perfect for creating stable foundations for garden structures, it easily handles slopes up to 300mm, ensuring a hassle-free installation process.

Key Highlights

  1. Perfect for a variety of domestic & commercial applications & supporting heavy loads
  2. Hassle-free installation with our manual or ratchet tool
  3. Hot Dip Galvanised Steel with BS EN 1461:2009 compliance
  4. CE approved with a 20-year product guarantee
  5. Compatible with all bracket systems

Load capabilities & recommended install range:

  • Maximum Compression Load Capability – 970kg (9.5kN)
  • Maximum Tension Load Capability – 530kg (5.2kN)
  • Maximum Horizontal Load Capability – 320kg (3.2kN)
  • Ground level – 300mm above ground level

Benefits of Ground Screws

  • Quick & Simple

    Easy to install yourself in a matter of minutes, enabling you to get your project out of the ground straight away without any waiting, any time of the year.

  • Less mess, less cost

    A quick and clean alternative to messy concrete, no digging, no waste, no costly skips. Save money on the total cost of installing foundations.

  • Designed to last

    Our ground screws are fully galvanised to protect against rusting. For added peace of mind, they are CE certified with our 20-year product guarantee and are BS EN 1461:2009 compliant.

  • Immediately load bearable

    Suitable for a wide range of structures, our ground screws are immediately load bearing, so as soon as they are installed you can start building.

  • Permanent or temporary structures

    Suitable for permanent or temporary structures and easily removable with no lasting pollutants left behind

  • Environmentally friendly

    Reduced CO2 from pouring concrete. Helps protect habitats and prevent damage to tree root systems

  • No Heavy Equipment

    Purchase your hand ratchet tool for quick and easy installation due to no heavy equipment required

  • Lightweight & Compact

    Using ground screws eliminates any access issues - Our ground screws, bracket systems and tools can all be carried by hand.

  • Reduced Disruption

    The DIY approach minimises disruptions to your property, as it often involves less noise, debris, and disturbance compared to traditional foundation construction.

1 review for 68mm x 1100mm Self Install Ground Screw

  1. Kevin Rogers

    Great product and service from GSC – I spoke to Pav in the office who gave us some great advice before purchasing. Quality product and straight forward to install.

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FAQs

  • Yes, ground screws are very simple to install. You can start turning it into the ground by hand and then use the hand tool once it becomes too difficult to turn. For each ¼ turn of the handle, the ground screw will move 10mm further into the ground.

  • Ground screws use the standard pile principles which have been reliably applied since the Ancient Greeks! The process of installing the ground screws will compact the surrounding local soil and solidify the substructure. Other forces such as skin friction, clamping pressure and thread interlocking will all contribute to its load bearing capacity. This method ensures your foundation requires no digging, no mess, no concrete and the install process 75% faster!

  • Our ground screws are compatible a variety of applications including decking, sheds, garden offices buildings, signage and other structures. Our self-install ground screws range from 550mm to 1100mm in length with a vast range of connecting brackets. Check out our case study page for inspiration and similar projects. If you are unsure whether or not ground screw are suitable then please give us a call so we can advise further.

  • Choosing the right number of ground screws is important to ensuring you have the right level of support for your building. Use our Ground Screw Calculator which will consider your project details and will provide recommendation. If you have a specialist project or more in depth plans they please give us a call or email to discuss further.

  • You can use ground screws in most ground types but please contact us if you are unsure. For sloping ground, you can use our self-install range to overcome slopes up to 300mm. If you have a greater slope to overcome, we can offer a professional installation service with our commercial range.

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