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  As we wrap up in 2019, it's important to start setting some actionable goals for the New Year — and if you own a home in Los Angeles, the earthquake preparation should be at the top of your list. There were some big shakers in Southern California in 2019. We had two earthquakes in the range of 6-7 magnitudes and hundreds in the range [...]

The new year was a shaky start for Angelinos! Los Angeles residents woke up by a 4.0 magnitude earthquake at 2:13 a.m. on Thursday. The epicenter of the quake was centered in the Pacific Ocean, approximately 15 miles from Port Hueneme and 60 miles west of downtown Los Angeles. Residents said the quake felt like a quick but powerful jolt –with a shaking sensation from [...]

The Basics of Foundation Repair Throughout recent decades, engineers have learned how to make buildings safer after years of studying what happens to structures during earthquakes. Concrete is a long-lasting option, but concrete tilt-up buildings built in the last century present safety risks. Over time, concrete will break, so it is critical that it be checked regularly to minimize maintenance costs and reduce structural risks [...]

Concrete can last for several decades without much maintenance, which is a key reason why it is chosen as a commercial building material. Regular inspections help to identify problems early in order to avoid costly structural concrete crack repairs. Here are important points to remember about the use of seismic retrofitting for buildings with concrete tilt-up walls and how cracks can be addressed. Retrofitting to [...]

Seismic Retrofit Scope of Work (Typical) Assumptions used in the budget to develop scope of work Measures that would enhance the performance of the building during due diligence and site investigation of the structure. The suggested retrofit steps would include some or all of them, including the following, in order to reduce the risk to building occupants and to mitigate the potential damages that may [...]

Drainage swales are long, shallow depressions that act as both an effective drainage resource and a beautiful landscape feature on your lawn. As a crucial water channel through your yard, professionally installed swales are essential to keep the rainwater runoff away from your home from damaging your lawn or eroding mulched areas. Our Drainage & Erosion Solutions team will help you improve the look and [...]

When your home floods, you're understandably prepared to clean up and get things back to normal. First of all, be careful to follow the safety rules. Common post-inundation hazards include electricity and gas. Be sure these devices are turned off before entering your home. Flooding can damage the structural integrity of your home and cause household items to move around. Proceed with caution to avoid [...]

If you are working on a project that involves a drainage system, you already know the importance of a good design to extract water safely and efficiently. Whether you are treating stormwater or wastewater, successful drainage of water avoids harm to important assets, provides a clean, safe environment for residents, and reduces water retention and associated health and safety issues. A well-designed linear drainage system [...]

Santa Monica's coastal town sits on the Pacific Ocean, about 40 miles west of downtown Los Angeles. The town is best known for its pier, which features an amusement park, arcade and many tasty restaurants. Like most cities and towns in Southern California, it has experienced its share of earthquakes. In 2017, the city launched its own earthquake remodeling plan in Santa Monica with some [...]

Santa Monica's coastal town sits on the Pacific Ocean, about 40 miles west of downtown Los Angeles. The town is best known for its pier, which features an amusement park, arcade and many tasty restaurants. Like most cities and towns in Southern California, it has experienced its share of earthquakes. In 2017, the city launched its own earthquake remodeling plan in Santa Monica with some [...]