Home doesnt necessarily have to be moved long distances; in fact, with house raising, you dont have to go anywhere but up. House raising involves the same steps of moving a house, but instead of carting the house away, it sits elevated above its foundation. The ground below the home is excavated, allowing room to expand downward. The new flooring and foundation are poured, and then the home is placed on its new foundation. House raising might be done if the foundation is damaged, or if the homeowner wants to expand her home.