30 September

Do I have foundation issues that need to be repaired?

2021-12-23T05:04:24-08:00

Foundation Repairs in Los Angeles Foundation repairs in Los Angeles are very common because the soil Los Angeles homes are built on is made out of soft clay that expands during the rainy seasons and contracts during the dry seasons.  Such movements can cause concrete foundations that sit above the soil to become brittle, drop, buckle, and crack. Other natural forces can also damage a [...]

Do I have foundation issues that need to be repaired?2021-12-23T05:04:24-08:00
24 July

How to Prepare Your Home Before an Earthquake Hits

2021-09-01T10:05:33-07:00

Earthquakes are a natural disaster that can be very destructive.  There are several steps that you can take to prepare both you and your home in order to minimize the injuries and damage. Planning Steps Identify the best place indoors to take cover when the earthquake hits.  Discuss with family members so that everyone knows areas in the house to avoid.  As well as the [...]

How to Prepare Your Home Before an Earthquake Hits2021-09-01T10:05:33-07:00
22 July

The Importance of Seismic Retrofitting

2019-06-24T11:47:10-07:00

If you live in an Earthquake prone area, then your property is in need of earthquake retrofitting.  With the correct seismic retrofitting solution, the total loss of your property and valuables can be minimized with a proactive approach. A basic definition of a seismic retrofitting is the modification of an existing structure to make them more resistant to seismic activity, ground motion or soil failure [...]

The Importance of Seismic Retrofitting2019-06-24T11:47:10-07:00
17 July

Understanding Foundation Repairs: Learn the Differences So You Can Make an Informed Choice

2021-09-01T19:31:41-07:00

Your home has all of the clues that it needs a foundation repair, the cracks, the doors and windows that are hard top open, nails are popping through the walls or maybe the floor is not level anymore.  It is time to call a residential foundation repair specialist to determine if it is a minor repair or if it is going to need a larger [...]

Understanding Foundation Repairs: Learn the Differences So You Can Make an Informed Choice2021-09-01T19:31:41-07:00
15 July

What to Look for in a Foundation Contractor

2021-09-01T19:30:14-07:00

Your home is one of your biggest assets.  Which is why choosing a knowledgeable and reliable foundation contractor is of the most importance.  It is not only picking the contractor that seems friendly at first interaction, there are many factors that should go into making an informed decision. How Many Years in Business? The first thing to check into is experience.  A contractor that has [...]

What to Look for in a Foundation Contractor2021-09-01T19:30:14-07:00
10 July

When Do I Need to Get My Foundation Repaired?

2021-09-01T19:25:49-07:00

As a homeowner it may be hard to determine when the small cracks in your home are in fact more than just small little imperfections.  It could mean that it is time to have a professional residential foundation repair specialist come in and fix a larger issue. Is it A Foundation Problem? The first question with a crack is it just the house settling with [...]

When Do I Need to Get My Foundation Repaired?2021-09-01T19:25:49-07:00
10 July

Earthquake Swarms are a Reminder to Be Prepared

2021-09-12T20:53:54-07:00

In May, the city of Fontana noticed the beginnings of an earthquake swarm.  Currently, it has been approximately 1,000 small quakes.  While the swarms have been small and the majority are magnitudes under 3.0, there have been a few over 3.0 magnitude but still less than a 3.5. The U.S. Geological Survey now has the capability to detect much smaller magnitude earthquakes with technological advancements.  [...]

Earthquake Swarms are a Reminder to Be Prepared2021-09-12T20:53:54-07:00
10 July

With the Recent Earthquakes It Is More Important Than Ever To Be Ready

2021-09-26T21:23:19-07:00

Over the past few days, earthquakes have become the topic of conversation and worry. The first earthquake to hit Southern California was on July 4th near Ridgecrest 110 miles north of Los Angeles registering at a 6.4 magnitude.  Then a second earthquake hit on July 5th at a 7.1 magnitude.  The authorities are calling it a miracle that no one was killed or seriously damaged [...]

With the Recent Earthquakes It Is More Important Than Ever To Be Ready2021-09-26T21:23:19-07:00
8 July

4 Important Reasons Business Owners Need Commercial Retrofitting

2021-09-08T19:23:52-07:00

As a commercial building owner in California there is a ton at stake, the safety of your business, employees and if it is a complex your residents. Background of Commercial Buildings Since the late 1960’s, seismic building codes have been introduced in California and are updated based on construction technology improvements.  Which means that you need to have your building inspected and updated to comply. [...]

4 Important Reasons Business Owners Need Commercial Retrofitting2021-09-08T19:23:52-07:00
3 July

Everything You Need to Know About Earthquake Retrofitting

2021-09-15T07:39:49-07:00

If you live in California, then you are aware of the fault lines that run throughout the state and the damage that can happen to you and your home.  Which is why being knowledgeable about earthquake retrofitting will help you make your home safe and secure.  Without securing your home it will inevitably need extensive repairs after the quake occurs. What is Earthquake Retrofitting If [...]

Everything You Need to Know About Earthquake Retrofitting2021-09-15T07:39:49-07:00
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