What is pipe piling used for? In general, pipe piles are widely used in cases where the shallow soil is not strong enough to support the load of the new structure. Therefore, steel tubular piles are used to transfer heavy loads from buildings or structures to more solid rock or soil layers deeper underground. Pipe piles are usually used in soft soil or in structures such as Bridges, buildings or docks near lakes, rivers or ocean shores. Additionally, there are a number od methods and techniques that can be used when installling pipe piles in various situations. Piles can be cut and spliced toeach clients’ required length.