Everything to Know About Foundation Replacement
Foundation replacement is typically needed when the original foundation has deteriorated so much so that repairs cannot be successfully implemented, or it’s been constructed with brick, river rock, or stone which has not been reinforced. The first step in a total foundation replacement is to …
Los Angeles Tops List for Most Dangerous Area for Natural Disasters in U.S.
Los Angeles is known for many things … but apparently, it’s been named the most dangerous area in the United States for natural disasters, according to the Federal Emergency Management Agency. The data was collected in a new report by FEMA, where the risk for …
Buying a New Home? Here’s What to Know About Foundation Problems
When looking for the perfect new home, there are a number of things you’ll want to consider before making a purchase. While foundation problems may seem scary, they’re not always a deal breaker when it comes to buying a new property. When you have found …
House Leveling – What You Need to Know
No matter what type of home you own, houses settle over time which can cause the floors to slope or appear uneven. When this occurs, house leveling is needed to restore the floors and to repair the home’s foundation. House leveling is typically done when …
How to Diagnose Sloping Floors and Foundation Issues
Have you noticed sloping floors or uneven flooring throughout your home? There are several issues that can create unleveled flooring in a home … the most common of them being foundation problems. Typically, homes that are suffering from sloping floors from foundation issues are older …
What Winter Weather Means for Your Foundation
With every new season, comes a few new issues for homeowners. Which is why protecting your home foundation in various types of weather will help maintain its structural integrity and cut down on frequent repairs. As the weather gets cooler and wetter in California, this …
Do You Need Foundation Replacement or Foundation Repair?
Oftentimes, older homes in Los Angeles need some form of foundation repair or foundation replacement. Foundation replacement typically occurs when foundation issues have been neglected and persisted without the needed restorations. A full foundation replacement can be a complicated process which is dictated by the …
Does Your Home Need Foundation Underpinning?
Foundation underpinning is a type of foundation repair that is used to deepen the foundation. This is typically done when there has been foundation degradation or when the soil beneath the home is sub-standard and the foundation needs to be strengthened in order to protect …
Los Angeles County Rocked by 4.5 Magnitude Earthquake
Los Angeles residents were awakened by a 4.5 magnitude earthquake late Friday night, with nearby regions in Southern California also affected by the shaking. The epicenter occurred near South Pasadena, with the quake creating a sharp shake and jolt. The earthquake was centered near the …