Being located on top of a hill is less critical than if your area is subject to tornados or hurricanes.
Was a geotechnical report prepared?
2x4 exterior walls limit the amount of insulation in the walls. Many projects use 2x6 in order to accommodate more insulation.
Hire an engineer to help you to understand your risks and develop an approach.. Some times it may be cheaper to pay the contractor to do things different from here on. Sometimes it may be appropriate to get a new contractor but if you go that route consult with an attorney familiar with construction.
Was a geotechnical report prepared?
2x4 exterior walls limit the amount of insulation in the walls. Many projects use 2x6 in order to accommodate more insulation.
Hire an engineer to help you to understand your risks and develop an approach.. Some times it may be cheaper to pay the contractor to do things different from here on. Sometimes it may be appropriate to get a new contractor but if you go that route consult with an attorney familiar with construction.