Faster, cleaner foundation systems for construction and solar projects across Maryland and Delaware
Rock Solid Foundations has partnered with American Ground Screw (AGS) to bring a faster, cleaner, and more versatile foundation solution to projects across Maryland and Delaware. Ground screws are heavy-duty steel helical anchors driven directly into the ground using low-speed, high-torque equipment. As the screw is driven in, it displaces and compacts the surrounding soil, increasing load-bearing capacity. No concrete. No excavation. No waiting.
This partnership gives our clients access to one of the most proven ground anchor systems across Europe and North America, and is installed by a team with over 30 years of foundation experience.
What is American Ground Screw?
American Ground Screw is one of the first ground screw providers in North America, with over 20 years of manufacturing experience. It is among the first North American distributors to earn ICC certification for ground screws, and they engineer quality and compliance into everything they make.
Key credentials
- ICC certification: ESR-4226
- 25-year product warranty
- 50+ year product lifecycle
- Hot-dip galvanized to ASTM standards
- ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certified production facility
- Accepted wherever the 2018 International Building Code applies
Rock Solid Foundations & American Ground Screw Partnership
AGS systems are ICC-certified, built to last, and give our clients in Maryland and Delaware a genuine alternative to concrete in situations where concrete is slow, invasive, or impractical. Through this strategic partnership, we have streamlined our installation process for tight-access sites and rocky terrain, ensuring our clients get the best of AGS technology and Rock Solid expertise.
Key benefits of AGS ground screws
No digging, no pouring, no curing. Screws are driven into the soil, displacing and compacting it as they go, and are immediately loadable once in the ground. Installation runs year-round regardless of weather, requires only light equipment, and works across any terrain, including clay, rock, sand, and slopes. Every system carries a 25-year warranty, a 50+ year lifecycle, and a significantly lower carbon footprint than concrete.
Products we install
Model 3 (open top)
The most versatile option. Connects to pipe, posts, beams, and virtually any construction material via insertable flanges; standard choice for most construction and solar applications.
Models 1, 5, and 8 (welded flanges)
Attach directly to existing bases or mounting plates. One-piece installation with fewer steps. Model 1 uses a flex circle flange, Model 5 a six-hole circle flange, and Model 8 a six-hole hex flange, each suited to different structural connection requirements.
Extendable screws
For the deepest applications in poor soils or areas with deep frost lines.
Custom manufacturing is also available for specialized project requirements.
How installation works
Step 1: Survey
Assess site, soil, and load requirements to select the right screw profile.
Step 2: Professional Installation
We drive screws using low-speed, high-torque equipment. No digging required.
Step 2: Professional Installation
We drive screws using low-speed, high-torque equipment. No digging required.
Step 3: Level
Use a magnetic bullet level to ensure every screw is plumb, particularly through the first 18 to 24 inches of installation.
Step 4: Attach
Connect to pipe products directly or to a wide variety of construction materials using welded or insertable flanges.
Step 5: Build
Ground screws are immediately loadable. Construction can begin the same day.
Explore Specialized AGS Applications
Construction
Ditch the digging and the 7-day concrete cure. ICC-certified foundation installations for decks, additions, and commercial builds, with framing ready the same day.
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Solar
Accelerate your solar ROI with rapid-deployment foundations for residential and utility-scale arrays. Precision-driven anchors offer superior uplift resistance without the mess of excavation.
Learn moreCertifications and industry memberships
Product certification
ICC ESR-4226, ISO 9001/14001/45001, ASTM galvanization standards.
Industry memberships
SEIA (Solar Energy Industries Association), NADRA (North American Deck and Railing Association), DFI (Deep Foundations Institute), USGBC (U.S. Green Building Council), AFA (American Fencing Association), REMSA.
Why choose Rock Solid Foundations?
Rock Solid Foundations delivers dependable foundation solutions for projects across Maryland and Delaware, backed by decades of hands-on experience.
30+ years of foundation experience
We understand local soil conditions, permit requirements, and what it takes to deliver a foundation that holds.
Veteran-owned reliability
As a veteran-owned business, we are committed to integrity, accountability, and doing what we say we will do.
Certified AGS installer
Rock Solid Foundations provides professional installation of ICC-certified American Ground Screw systems, ensuring the precise hardware is matched to the specific structural and load requirements of every project.
Customized solutions
Every project gets a ground screw plan built around your site, structure, and timeline.
Frequently asked questions
What is a ground screw?
A steel helical anchor is driven into the soil as a foundation point. No concrete, no excavation, immediately loadable after installation.
Are ground screws code-compliant in Maryland?
Yes. AGS ground screws are ICC-certified under ESR-4226 and accepted in all Maryland and Delaware counties that recognize the 2018 International Building Code.
How long does installation take?
Ground screws are installed using low-speed, high-torque equipment, enabling a full set of footings to be completed in hours rather than days.
Do ground screws work in clay or rocky soil?
Yes. They perform well in clay, rock, sand, and sloped terrain, often better than concrete in these conditions.
Can ground screws be removed?
Yes. They are fully removable and reusable if a structure needs to be relocated or decommissioned.
Not sure where to start?
Get a simple ground screw installation with us.
Step 1: Call for your free on-site evaluation
Contact us at 443-666-ROCK to schedule a no-cost evaluation for your project in Maryland or Delaware.
Step 2: Meet with your consultant
Our consultant will assess your site, review soil conditions, and discuss your project requirements.
Step 3: Review your customized plan
We will develop a ground screw installation plan tailored to your specific project.
Step 4: Begin your project
Once approved, our team will install your ground screw foundation and have it ready to build on the same day.
Take the first step toward a faster, cleaner foundation. Call 443-666-ROCK today.
Call us at 443-666-ROCK today and ensure a stable foundation for your construction.