Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Expert Engineered Foundation Construction in Washington, DC
Steele Foundation is an award-winning design-build engineered foundation construction contractor serving the Washington, DC metropolitan area. With over five decades of experience, we specialize in resolving complex deep foundation challenges for commercial projects. Our team of licensed professionals combines technical expertise with a commitment to safety and precision, delivering tailored solutions for general contractors, architects, and developers.Recognized for industry leadership through awards like the 2025 ABC Excellence in Construction Award, we maintain a legacy of innovation while adapting to evolving construction trends. Our history of success across 1,700+ projects demonstrates our ability to transform conceptual challenges into stable, enduring foundations.
Services
Sheeting
Underpinning
Shoring
Micropiles
Emergency Repairs
Details
- Year established: 1968
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of specialized expertise in deep foundation construction.
- Our team holds professional engineering certifications and industry recognition.
- We provide tailored partnerships for complex geotechnical challenges.
- Award-winning track record with 1,700+ successfully completed projects.
- Commitment to safety and precision in hazardous construction environments.
What people say
Award-winning expertise
Complex project solutions
Industry recognition
Trusted partnerships
Emergency repair capabilities
Services
Sheeting
Temporary earth retention systems for deep excavations ensure safe and stable construction environments. Our engineered sheeting solutions protect adjacent structures while maintaining project timelines. This critical service enables successful foundation work in congested urban settings with challenging ground conditions.
Underpinning
Structural foundation modification techniques allow for basement expansion and grade adjustments. We implement specialized underpinning methods to maintain building integrity during excavation projects. This service enables property owners to maximize usable space while preserving existing structures.
Shoring
Temporary support systems stabilize walls during excavation and foundation construction. Our shoring solutions ensure worker safety and structural stability for projects requiring deep foundation work. This essential service enables safe execution of complex underground construction tasks.
Micropiles
High-capacity foundation elements installed in restricted access locations provide structural support where traditional methods fail. Our micropile technology addresses challenging ground conditions and limited space constraints. This specialized service delivers reliable foundation solutions for complex construction projects.
Emergency Repairs
Urgent foundation repair services address unexpected structural failures and hazardous conditions. Our rapid response team implements stabilization solutions for corroded structural elements and compromised foundations. This critical service prevents further damage and ensures safety during construction emergencies.
People
Ronald W. Steele
Founder
Civil engineering graduate from Purdue University with 50+ years of foundation construction experience. Established Steele Foundation in 1968, developing industry expertise in shoring systems and excavation support.
J. Andrew Steele
Partner
Licensed Professional Engineer with extensive structural engineering experience. Joined the firm in 1993, bringing expertise in commercial building design and construction to complement foundation operations.
Morgan Eddy
Vice President
Professional Engineer with advanced geotechnical expertise. Presents technical case studies at industry conferences and contributes to innovative foundation solutions for complex projects.
Questions
What foundation services do you specialize in?
We specialize in sheeting, underpinning, shoring, and micropiles for commercial foundation projects requiring deep foundation solutions.
Do you handle emergency foundation repairs?
Yes, we provide emergency repair services for structural failures including corroded steel columns and compromised foundation systems.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Washington, DC and Northern Virginia, with expertise in urban foundation challenges specific to this region.
How do you handle complex foundation projects?
Our engineers collaborate early in projects to develop customized design-build solutions for challenging geotechnical conditions.
What makes your company different?
With 50+ years of experience and 1,700+ projects, we combine technical expertise with personalized service for complex foundation needs.
