About Weinstein Construction

Weinstein Construction Corporation is a family-owned business located right in the heart of “Earthquake Country,” the San Fernando Valley! Our company was established in 1977 by its owner and president, Itzcik Weinstein, who himself is a local homeowner, as well as husband, father, and a general contractor to residents of the greater Los Angeles region. Itzcik and his team bring a unique commitment to every job, leveraging their many decades of knowledge, experience, and a “can do” attitude to meet every client’s needs. No job is too small, and we will always offer you the best possible solution at a fair price!
16 June

Caissons, Retaining Walls and Foundations Groundwater Danger

2022-06-16T12:45:33-07:00

Why are Caissons, Retaining Walls and Foundations always in danger from intruding groundwater? In 2015, a construction worker standing at the edge of a caisson that was built to prevent groundwater from entering an excavation, was literally sucked down and trapped in crushed stone that surrounded the caisson.  In essence, groundwater seeped into the construction site and created a pressure differential between the outside and [...]

Caissons, Retaining Walls and Foundations Groundwater Danger2022-06-16T12:45:33-07:00
2 June

We Have Some Good News For Homes Built Without a Cripple Wall

2023-04-16T07:26:31-07:00

If your home was built without a Cripple Wall, your earthquake retrofit will be simpler, more effective and less expensive! What is a Cripple Wall? Los Angeles homeowners who live in properties that do not have Cripple Walls, should count themselves lucky!  For such homeowners, an earthquake retrofit job will be quick, effective, and even less expensive! At this point you’re probably asking, what [...]

We Have Some Good News For Homes Built Without a Cripple Wall2023-04-16T07:26:31-07:00
15 May

California’s Mandatory Balcony Inspection Law May Cost You $$$

2023-10-10T14:38:03-07:00

If you are shopping for a condo, have you heard about California's Mandatory "Balcony Inspection Law"? (HINT: It May Cost You Big Bucks!) If you are in the market to buy a condo, then you really must pay attention to the State of California’s new mandatory condo Balcony Inspection Law!  This is because condo shoppers who don’t pay attention to this law, and don’t do [...]

California’s Mandatory Balcony Inspection Law May Cost You $$$2023-10-10T14:38:03-07:00
1 May

Do You Love California Earthquakes?

2022-05-01T06:33:55-07:00

Los Angeles residents must face earthquake reality! As we approach the three-year anniversary of the 2019 Ridgecrest Earthquake, we feel it is our duty yet again to bring to everyone’s attention the incredible danger that we all live under, in the Greater Los Angeles area.  Of course, this is the threat of another big earthquake shattering the calm of our sunny city. The Ridgecrest earthquake’s [...]

Do You Love California Earthquakes?2022-05-01T06:33:55-07:00
15 April

IMPORTANT: Weinstein Construction Launches A FREE Soft Story Retrofit Program

2022-04-15T19:46:07-07:00

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:  IMPORTANT NEWS BULLETIN! Weinstein Construction, the leader in Los Angeles Soft Story Retrofits since 1977, is announcing a new free, no-obligation Soft Story Retrofit program for all eligible owners and managers of apartment buildings and commercial buildings in the Greater Los Angeles area! Each eligible Program participant will also qualify for additional, substantial discounts on various Soft Story Retrofitting project services – [...]

IMPORTANT: Weinstein Construction Launches A FREE Soft Story Retrofit Program2022-04-15T19:46:07-07:00
1 April

Save Money and Stop Overpaying to Heat and Cool Your Home!

2022-04-01T11:35:10-07:00

You Could Be Overpaying to Heat and Cool Your Home If You Have A Crawlspace! If you like paying less to heat and cool your home, and if you like protecting your home and family, this is the blog for you!   We recently had an interesting conversation with one of our clients, and she told us it was incredibly informative.  So, we decided to literally [...]

Save Money and Stop Overpaying to Heat and Cool Your Home!2022-04-01T11:35:10-07:00
21 March

What’s the best time to check the foundation health of your home?

2022-03-21T21:27:32-07:00

Did the Winter of 2022 affect the condition of your home’s foundation? As Los Angeles homes weathered the effects of Winter 2022, it became apparent that the forecasts of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Climate Prediction Center (“NOAA”) were pretty much spot on!*   NOAA scientists had said that Los Angeles will continue to experience a “La Niña” weather pattern, with drier-than-average conditions, and [...]

What’s the best time to check the foundation health of your home?2022-03-21T21:27:32-07:00
28 February

UPDATED – California’s SB 721 & SB 326 Balcony Inspection Laws

2023-10-10T14:39:37-07:00

If you are a frequent reader of our blogs, then you may have already heard about the State of California’s new mandatory Balcony Inspection Laws, which have been “on the books” for a couple of years.  We are referring to California SB 721 and California SB 326, which were passed by the California legislature in response to the death of six UC Berkeley students after [...]

UPDATED – California’s SB 721 & SB 326 Balcony Inspection Laws2023-10-10T14:39:37-07:00
6 February

A Retaining Wall Contractor Can Save Your Home From Costly Damage

2023-05-04T09:51:15-07:00

Hillside homes can be easily damaged by severe weather! Retaining Wall Builders in California Can Help A Retaining Wall Contractor can help protect your home and save it from costly damage. Hillside homes throughout the Los Angeles region are often the prized possession of those individuals who own homes or live in them.  The beautiful design and attractive scenery of hillside homes make them [...]

A Retaining Wall Contractor Can Save Your Home From Costly Damage2023-05-04T09:51:15-07:00
25 January

Basement Waterproofing Tips – Avoid Costly Basement Repairs

2022-01-25T12:07:28-08:00

Your leaky basement repair can be avoided! Here are a few basement waterproofing tips to help you avoid costly basement repairs. Many of our clients tell us that they pay very little attention to their basement waterproofing until something goes wrong.  But when something does go wrong, homeowners can’t wait to have basement waterproofing companies and drain contractors arrive quickly enough!  And so, homeowners shouldn’t [...]

Basement Waterproofing Tips – Avoid Costly Basement Repairs2022-01-25T12:07:28-08:00
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