Why the Polycrete System here
Foundations engineered for the heart of the Laurentides
- Clay soils and high water tables From Sainte-Agathe to Val-David, the terrain combines clay, bedrock and water tables sitting close to the surface. With its continuous reinforced-concrete core and 75 kPa lateral resistance, the Polycrete System keeps its structural rigidity where framed foundations begin to flex.
- Growing year-round conversion market More and more cottages in Sainte-Adèle, Val-David and Val-Morin are being converted into year-round residences. The Polycrete System turns a seasonal foundation into an R-25 or R-29 thermal envelope — livable through every season without major renovation.
- Freeze-thaw cycles and extreme temperature swings The region sees more than 60°C of variation between summer and winter. Permanent insulation built into the concrete eliminates thermal bridges and protects the structure against cracking caused by frost movement.
- Local proximity and terrain knowledge Based in Mont-Tremblant, Fondations Empire intervenes quickly in Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts, Sainte-Adèle, Val-David and Val-Morin. Our team knows the specifics of each municipality and the requirements of the MRC des Laurentides (regional county).
