2. Aug. 2016 / by California Foundation Works / Concrete, Construction, Drainage Problems, Earthquake Retrofit, Foundation Problems, Press Releases , Real Estate, Uncategorized / 0 comments

Your House May Have Been Built on Expansive Soils, and You Should Be Worried

Expansive soils which are sometimes referred to as clay soils, swelling soils or shrink-swell soils can create enough force to cause major damage to building foundations, slabs, patios, and sidewalks. Expansive soils contain minerals which absorb a lot of moisture. As the expansive soil...

23. Jan. 2013 / by California Foundation Works / Concrete, Construction, Drainage Problems, Earthquake Retrofit, Foundation Problems, Press Releases , Real Estate, Uncategorized / 0 comments

The Winter Effect on Your Property Foundation

Los Angeles residential and commercial property owners may not recognize the adverse impact that the winter season has on the structural integrity of their foundation. A cracked foundation could result in leaking water, unevenness, large cracks on stairs or wall surfaces, and other structural...

23. Dec. 2010 / by California Foundation Works / Concrete, Construction, Drainage Problems, Earthquake Retrofit, Foundation Problems, Press Releases , Real Estate, Uncategorized / 0 comments

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...