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Question:

Are there any options other than piles when building a foundation for a 1200 Sq.Ft house on landfill next to the Ottawa River. Who would be qualified to do this type of work in the Hawkesbury area?

Answer:

You'll need a soil study and then your local building authority will something say as to what you'll have to use for foundation stability.

In the interests of retaining credibility that I worked several decades to establish and in fairness to all, I don’t comment on various (building, electrical, plumbing) codes, brand-specific products, recommend prices, people nor companies for various projects.

Remember, even if you don’t do your own work around the house have to hire someone, you put yourself at a great advantage when you can intelligently discuss a project with the various trades people.

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