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In the last few blogs, we tried to explain how recent earthquakes tripled the likelihood of a large rumbler happening on our nearby San Andreas Fault. Today we’d like to describe what will likely happen to Los Angelinos if the earthquake that we all have been waiting for, the one we call, “The Big One”, were to happen a year, a week, or in a [...]
In the last two blogs, we described how the recent July 30th 4.2-magnitude earthquake and its aftershocks gave us all a stark reminder of just how dangerous our Los Angeles “neighborhood” really is. We also explained how last year’s Ridgecrest, CA earthquake tripled the likelihood of a large rumbler on the San Andreas Fault, which is just 35 miles away from downtown Los Angeles. Today [...]
A magnitude 4.2 earthquake hits Los Angeles area Thursday, July 30th. The magnitude 4.2 earthquake centered near San Fernando struck at 4:29 am. Then aftershocks continued with a 3.3 quake at 4:38 and a 3.8 quake at 6:48. Just two weeks ago on this blog, we described how a new study published earlier this month explained that last year’s Ridgecrest, CA earthquake brought the Garlock [...]
As a homeowner, have you ever given thought to the fact that the crawlspace under your home may be costing you extra money, damaging your property, and creating a health hazard for you and your family? It’s likely that you can’t even remember the last time you’ve considered yourhome’s crawlspace or whether you need basement waterproofing, but this is something you need to think about, if you [...]
Homeowners and owners of commercial properties often think that they have “plenty of time” to prepare their buildings for a big earthquake, but a recent study shows that time for preparing for the “Next Big One” may be running out. A new study published on July 13, 2020 in the Bulletin of the Seismological Society of America, states that the chance of a big San [...]
It is important for commercial property owners to seismically retrofit their buildings and take additional steps to protect the health and safety of their tenants and residents. Owners and managers of commercial properties often only become aware of their responsibility to ensure that their buildings can withstand an earthquake and comply with city buildings codes when they receive an order from the city to begin [...]
When it comes to investing your hard-earned cash, you can't go wrong by putting it in your home. Not only do our homes protect our loved ones, but owning property is one of the most lucrative business projects you can do. In order to keep your Los Angeles County home safe from the elements, including unforeseeable storms and seismic activity, one essential step is to [...]
The earlier you recognize damage to your home foundation, the easier and cheeper repairs will be. Your house is probably the most expensive investment you’ll ever make. That’s why it pays to protect it. If you suspect something’s wrong with your home, it’s wise to learn how to identify signs of foundation damage. If left unchecked, damage to your home foundation can escalate overnight, ensuring [...]
State officials are urging homeowners in Southern California to retrofit homes to earthquake standards and get earthquake insurance. Given the recent spike in large-scale earthquakes, both California officials and residents are taking proactive measures. Residents are seeking to protect homes and communities from damage. "Retrofitting your home is a simple step to make your life more resilient and could save you enormous hardship," said Mark [...]
If left unchecked, home foundation cracks can cause structural damage and be expensive to fix. Discovering a crack in the foundation of your home can be unsettling. You may wonder if the crack is an indication of further damage. Luckily, not all cracks are the same and there are some simple guidelines to help you judge. Looking at a foundation crack can tell you a lot about potential [...]
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