Underpinning on the Gulf Coast: What I Tell My Orange Beach New-Construction Buyers
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Underpinning on the Gulf Coast: What I Tell My Orange Beach New-Construction Buyers
When people aren’t familiar with coastal home building, the term underpinning can be confusing. I recently had a couple of buyers ask me about it while I was describing homes, so I thought I’d write a simple, shareable explanation—especially for those exploring new construction in Orange Beach and Ono Island.
What Underpinning Usually Means in Coastal Listings
In our market, underpinning typically refers to the finished perimeter enclosure or skirting around the open space beneath an elevated home—often louvered panels, Hardieboard/composite slats, or breakaway walls that screen pilings, keep gear out of sight, and still allow airflow. In FEMA flood…
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