Earthquake Retrofitting in Los Angeles
An earthquake can strike at any time if you live in Los Angeles. This is why earthquake retrofitting is not only recommended for most homeowners in Southern California, in many cases it’s been legally mandated. As a Californian, you know our Golden State is known …
Does My Home Need Foundation Underpinning?
Foundation underpinning is a type of foundation repair that is used to deepen the foundation in order to circumvent sub-standard soil conditions. When foundation underpinning is used as a method for foundation repair, the goal is to stop ongoing foundation settlement while strengthening the property’s …
Own A Home? Don’t Neglect These 4 Home Repairs …
Owning a home is a great investment — but with home ownership comes the need for maintenance. Regular home repair is something every homeowner should invest in. It’s important to recognize problems with the house before they evolve into something much more severe and expensive. …
Torrance Makes Moves to Earthquake Retrofit At-Risk Structures
Torrance is getting proactive about earthquake safety! The city has plans to conduct a $425,000 survey of local buildings to determine just how many buildings (without earthquake retrofits) are at-risk of failing during a large earthquake. This is the first step the city has taken …
Fixing Foundation Problems
Have you noticed foundation problems in your home? Your home’s foundation is an integral aspect of the structure. When problems arise, such as cracks in the concrete or breaks in the crawl space, these can create a lot of concerns … and sometimes quite the …
Is Earthquake Retrofitting Worth It?
You might be considering earthquake retrofitting your home … but you’re worried if the seismic upgrades are worth the cost. To give you some perspective, there is a 99% chance of having one or more earthquakes in a 6.7 or larger magnitude in the next …
What We’ve Learned 50 Years Since the Sylmar Earthquake
50 years ago on Tuesday, Los Angeles was rattled by a 6.6 magnitude earthquake near Sylmar, CA. The quake occurred at 6:00 AM, it lasted 12 seconds, and killed 64 people. For many Angelinos, the intense shaking from the quake has been burned into their …
Foundation Problems and Real Estate Transactions Explained
Foundation problems not only impact the current homeowner, they can also affect the future sale and value of the property. If you’re considering selling your home or buying a new property with existing foundation issues, it’s a good idea to know what the cost of …
What to Expect When Undergoing Total Foundation Replacement
Is your home in need of total foundation replacement? While the idea of a total foundation replacement to your home may sound overwhelming, it’s actually a great thing in the long run. Total foundation replacement will ensure that you won’t have to worry about any …
