FAQs

ATK

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  • What are good uses for helical piers?

    Helical piers are good for decks, three- and four-season additions, cabins, and buildings constructed in poor soil conditions. Due to Duluth's harsh climate, helical piers help to ensure your structure stays in place. Helical piers can also be used to raise portions of buildings or foundations that have settled into the ground.

  • What does a helical pier typically cost in Duluth?

    Helical piers typically cost about the same or less than concrete footings, however, they are installed 10 times quicker and with significantly less impact on the ground and surrounding structures. Helical piers are also pressure tested to make sure the foundation and ground it is placed in will support the structure. 

  • What type of excavating does ATK provide?

    We excavate for residential driveways, patios, site clearings, garage and home site preparations, retaining walls, boulder walls, gabion walls, hardscapes, ponds, topsoil, and lawn installation.

  • What type of deck building materials do you use?

    ATK uses a variety of decking materials including cedar, green treated wood, brown treated wood, composite, and thermally modified woods. We also offer an assortment of railings in materials such as stainless steel cable, aluminum, painted steel, treated wood, and hybrid systems.

  • How do I get the coolest backyard in Duluth?

    Get in touch with ATK! We can transform your yard into a beautiful, serene landscape with animal-resistant plantings, patios, hardscapes, fire pits, an outdoor kitchen, or a new deck or screened porch.

  • How can I raise the value of my Duluth, MN home?

    Some of the best ways to increase your home value are to upgrade your bathroom or add a deck, patio, or three-season room. 

  • How much does the average bathroom remodel cost in Duluth?

    Our bathroom remodels are tailored to your budget, style, and space. We will consult with you to construct the bathroom you want within your budget. 

  • What are the most common materials you use for bathroom remodels?

    Some of our common bathroom remodeling materials include:

    • Tiles such as glass tile, subway tile, ceramic tile, and more
    • Natural stone
    • Granite, slate, and marble
    • Porcelain
    • Wood

  • Can helical piers be installed in the winter?

    Yes. Even if the piers are being placed in an area covered in snow, we can install helical piers. If the ground is bare and frozen, a ground defroster is needed before installing the piers.

  • Can you build a deck in the winter?

    Yes. We recommend having the helical piers installed before the ground freezes, but we can also cover the area with some kind of insulation until they are installed. Once this is completed, we can install your new deck at any time.