Everything to Know About Cripple Wall Retrofits
There are many different types of seismic retrofits and additions. One of the most common forms of seismic reinforcements are cripple wall retrofits. Many older homes, located throughout Los Angeles and Southern California, have a cripple wall. The cripple wall is located below the floor …
Earthquake Series Strikes Near Mammoth Lakes
Over the weekend, an earthquake series rattled the Mammoth Lakes area. The largest in the swarm was a 5.2 temblor, which struck at 7:30 AM on Saturday, located 30 miles north east of Mammoth Lakes. The same area was hit with a 4.6 aftershock around 9:22 AM …
Earthquake Swarm Rattles Riverside County
It’s been a shaky few days for residents of Riverside county. A swarm of seven earthquakes occurred throughout Riverside over the weekend, with the shaking felt as far as Los Angeles, Santa Clarita, Hollywood, Hesperia, Corona, and San Diego. The largest of the quakes was …
What Causes Foundation Failure?
Like most things in life, foundations degrade over time. There are several reasons why foundation failure can occur, many of which are due to natural elements. Check out some of the most common reasons foundations fail below: Evaporation: When humidity drops, dry temperatures can cause …
How to Prepare Your Family for Disaster
Coronavirus has hit our country hard. While it’s easy to panic, it’s more important to strategize and figure out the best way to prepare for all types of disaster. This pandemic has highlighted how dependent people and communities have become on one another, and how …
San Diego At Greater Risk for Earthquakes Than Before
A fault line in San Diego that was thought to be inactive … is now believed to pose a much more serious threat to the city. The Rose Canyon fault runs through the heart of San Diego, and is capable of producing a whopping 6.9 …
Earthquake Brace and Bolt Registration Now Open for 2020
If you’ve been looking to strengthen your house and make it more resistant to earthquakes, you can now register for the Earthquake Brace and Bolt Program (EBB). Registration for the EBB program will run from February 19, 2020 through March 19, 2020. The EBB program …
Carpinteria Considers Mandatory Seismic Retrofitting Program
Following in Los Angeles’s footsteps, Carpinteria is considering a city-wide mandatory seismic retrofitting program in an effort to make the city safer. The ordinance – which is currently under consideration – would mandate owners of soft story structures in the area to retrofit those buildings …
Foundation Repair Explained – Different Methods to Use
Foundation repair varies from structure to structure. Things like the geographic area and the site conditions can affect home foundations differently. When your home is suffering from foundation issues, oftentimes you’ll see the following signs: Foundation cracks, wall and floor cracks, and other types of …
