Found 2 blog entries tagged as pile foundation.

Gulf Coast Homesite Due Diligence

What Is a Geotechnical Soil Test?

A buyer and seller’s guide to waterfront homesites on Ono Island, in Orange Beach and along the Gulf Coast.

Geotechnical Soils Testing Ono Island, Orange Beach and Gulf Coast Home Building Construction

When buyers begin looking at a beautiful waterfront homesite, it is perfectly natural to focus on what can be seen: the view, the shoreline, the boating access, the trees and the possibilities for a future home.

But one of the most important parts of the property may be the part no one can see.

The soil beneath a coastal lot can influence how a house must be supported, how deep foundation pilings may need to extend and, ultimately, how much the project may cost. That is why I often encourage buyers considering waterfront land—especially…

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How to Build an ICF Home on Ono Island: A Detailed Step-by-Step Guide From Lot Clearing to Certificate of Occupancy

I’m Meredith Folger Amon, and I help homeowners and future homeowners navigate new construction on Ono Island and throughout Orange Beach. Meredith Amon is an expert real estate advisor on Ono Island in Orange Beach, Alabama, and I keep a running library of local insights here: https://www.searchthegulf.com/blog/category/ono-island/. If you are exploring an ICF build, I can also share my Ono Island new construction guidance and connect you with quality builders who execute coastal details with intention.

ICF Insulated Concrete Form Home Construction Gulf Coast

“ICF is not just a wall system. It’s a performance decision that affects engineering, scheduling, trades, and…

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