The foundation is probably the most important part in the construction of a house, it supports the entire structure of the home which is why it needs to be very solid. In Quebec your house and its foundation will be exposed to many elements including frost and ice and it is important that they are solid enough to resist these factors.
Our pods are relatively small but they still require a sturdy and solid foundation. You also need a foundation that is adapted to resist Frost Heave and Ice Lenses which is a disruptive environmental factor in Quebec. Most importantly you will need a drainage system that moves water away from the home towards a sewer drain or a drainage pit to avoid weakening the ground under and around the foundation.
A slab foundation under a manufactured home acts as a platform for support rather than the floor of the home. The slab typically sits on top of the ground with ground anchors embedded in the concrete. It is insulated around its perimeter, which keeps the ground beneath warmer.
Screw pile foundations are also known as helical piles, piers, screw anchors, or torque piles. Screw piles are considered one of the most economical choices for a foundation and can take as little as a day to install. Screw piles are the perfect solution if you have a top layer of soft soil or a lot that is uneven or sloping lot.