Types Pile foundations

Their are divided into three types of pile foundations they are

- Load transfer

- Method of installation

- Based on materials

Load transfer:-

                        This is divided into three types they are

- End or Point bearing piles

- Friction piles

- Friction cum end bearing 

Method of installation:-

                                    This is divided into two types again they are

- Driven or Displacement piles

- Bored or Replacement piles

Based on material:-

                               This is divided into four types they are

- Timber piles

- Steel piles

- Concrete piles

- Composite piles