House Leveling & Construction

On most structures, after long period of time, building foundations will have some degree of settlement. There are a variety of factors which contribute to the underlying causes of settlement issues that need to be evaluated to find the best remedy for each individual...
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What is Your Home Worth in Today’s Market?

Many people associate foundation problems with older homes, however Consumer Reports found that an alarming 20% of new homes had serious foundation problems.These problems were found to have two causes: poor drainage or construction, and homes built on poorly compacted fill soils. Related: The Cost...
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$17.2 Million Damage to Homes

Many California residents who endured flooding, mudslides and evacuations during a weeklong onslaught of rain must now clean up or even rebuild. Related: How To Apply For The Earthquake Brace and Bolt Program Preliminary damage estimates throughout California were already in the tens of millions...
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Be Careful of Foundation Problems When Getting Your Home Ready for the Market

In today’s tight economy selling a house isn’t easy these days. There are a huge number of homes on the market, and buyers are easily scared off if they encounter problems that may negatively impact resale value. Among the many issues that need to...
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Brace your Garage Door Opening

Garages are particularly vulnerable to earthquake damage, and especially if there is living space above the garage. The narrow walls on either side of the garage opening must be able to support the seismic load that is transferred from the roof and additional living...
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Earthquake Preparedness Tips for Your Home

Here is a list of 13 Earthquake Preparedness Tips for homeowners living in earthquake country. 1. Check chimneys, roofs, and wall foundations for stability. Make sure that your home is bolted to its foundation. Call a licensed contractor if there are any questions. 2. Learn...
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Baja Earthquake Puts Strain On Los Angeles

The magnitude 7.2 earthquake that rocked desert communities in Baja, Mexico on 4 April 2010 appears to have transferred strain onto southern California faults, raising the risk of a “Big One” in the Los Angeles Basin, scientists said yesterday at a meeting of the...
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Latest Southern California Rains Might Jeopardize Your Home’s Foundation!

California Foundation Works Warns of Poor Drainage Problems Can Damage your Home Foundations! If you live near Los Angeles, in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains, then you’ve heard the warnings. People who live in canyons prone to mudslides have been told to...
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Requiring Sidewalk Repairs at the Point of Sale

How does a point-of-sale strategy work? Before any sale, the city inspects the sidewalk fronting the property. If the inspector finds that damage or displacement of the sidewalk creates an unsafe condition, the owner must pay to fix it before completing the sale. Los...
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