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An FHB Podcast listener wonders if they can fix a failing foundation with PWF, the crew weighs in.

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    In episode 676 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast, Adam from Chittenango, NY writes in about replacing the foundation of a collapsing cabin in the Adirondack Mountains. He wants to use permanent wood foundation (PWF) as a replacement, but has a few questions about things like sealing, waterproofing, door support, and more.

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