Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does CDS build the foundation?
A: CDS does not do any construction for raised houses.
Q: How do you dig a basement once the house is blocked up?
A: If excavation beneath the building is required, the method of raising the building is somewhat different. CDS would need to know this up front for quoting purposes. In these scenarios there is usually an additional site visit required with our equipment to re-locate support cribs. In choosing an excavating company, they would need to have small enough equipment for digging under the building and have experience in this field. It is important that the excavation company chosen for the job has proper insurance coverage.
Q: Can you live in the house when it is up on blocks?
A: We do not recommend it, although many of our customers do.
Q: How high can you block up a building?
A: There are no physical restrictions to height, but there will most likely be economic and aesthetic restrictions. The higher you go the more costly it becomes.
Q: How do you know how much weight the blocks can hold? Are these engineered?
A: The blocking and design of the support cribs are engineered and may support various levels of weight depending on the layout of the blocking.
Q: Does weather play a factor in raising a house?
A: If there is no excavation involved, it generally does not become a factor. If there is excavation to be done, and/or a new foundation to be installed, then it is wise to plan the project for a time of better weather if possible.
