Common Misconceptions About Foundations

Because of how important a foundation is, a lot of people will tend to believe in certain negative misconceptions about foundations that are simply not true. The following are some of the most common misleading misconceptions about foundations: Foundation Repairs Affect the Sale...

8. Feb. 2017 / by California Foundation Works / Concrete, Construction, Drainage Problems, Earthquake Retrofit, Foundation Problems, Press Releases , Real Estate, Uncategorized / 0 comments

When should you get a foundation repair ?

Don’t wait for a huge crack in your foundation before you can be sure that your house needs a foundation repair, because not all foundation issues are easy to spot. However there are certain signs that should prompt a homeowner to get a foundation...

3. Feb. 2017 / by California Foundation Works / Concrete, Construction, Drainage Problems, Earthquake Retrofit, Foundation Problems, Press Releases , Real Estate, Uncategorized / 0 comments

When Do Cracks Mean Structural Damage

When it comes to cracks you’ve probably been told that any cracks you see on your building, especially the foundation is bad news but this isn’t always the case. As a homeowner you are more likely to come across two types of cracks on...

28. Jan. 2017 / by California Foundation Works / Concrete, Construction, Drainage Problems, Earthquake Retrofit, Foundation Problems, Press Releases , Real Estate, Uncategorized / 0 comments

What Effect Do the Storms Have on Your Los Angeles Home ?

It’s refreshing to know that almost all of Los Angeles is out of drought after experiencing storms in the past weeks, However as a homeowner there is as much to be worried about as there is to celebrate because a storm in los Angeles...

20. Jan. 2017 / by California Foundation Works / Concrete, Construction, Drainage Problems, Earthquake Retrofit, Foundation Problems, Press Releases , Real Estate, Uncategorized / 0 comments

Insurance and Foundation Damage

Foundation damage is one of the worst forms of damage a homeowner can experience not just because it’s relatively expensive to repair but it’s also not easily covered by insurance. Even though insurance will sometimes cover foundation damage, most of the times insurance will...

13. Jan. 2017 / by California Foundation Works / Concrete, Construction, Drainage Problems, Earthquake Retrofit, Foundation Problems, Press Releases , Real Estate, Uncategorized / 0 comments

Ways to Prevent Damage to Your Retaining Wall

Even though a retaining wall requires little to no maintenance, not inspecting it or having routine maintenance will shorten it’s lifespan. The lifespan of a retaining wall is highly dependent on the materials and methods used to build it or how frequently it’s maintained...

5. Jan. 2017 / by California Foundation Works / Concrete, Construction, Drainage Problems, Earthquake Retrofit, Foundation Problems, Press Releases , Real Estate, Uncategorized / 0 comments

How To Choose a Drainage Contractor

How do you choose a drainage contractor ? Drainage contractors are experts who provide water management related services with regards to installation, maintenance and the supply of materials. There are different ways a homeowner can determine who is a good and reliable drainage contractor....

28. Dec. 2016 / by California Foundation Works / Concrete, Construction, Drainage Problems, Earthquake Retrofit, Foundation Problems, Press Releases , Real Estate, Uncategorized / 0 comments

Is Your Parking Lot Flooding ?

One of the most important aspects of a parking lot that is often overlooked is its drainage. Whether the parking lot flooding is natural or man-made, it is a hazard to drivers or pedestrians and is also very damaging to the parking lot. Even...

22. Dec. 2016 / by California Foundation Works / Concrete, Construction, Drainage Problems, Earthquake Retrofit, Foundation Problems, Press Releases , Real Estate, Uncategorized / 0 comments

Do it Yourself or Hire a Professional Drainage Contractor ?

Hundreds if not thousands of home and property owners experience a water damage or emergency at home or work everyday. For a homeowner, water problems are the worst nightmare because of the damage that water is likely to cause. Water can cause damage that...

15. Dec. 2016 / by California Foundation Works / Concrete, Construction, Drainage Problems, Earthquake Retrofit, Foundation Problems, Press Releases , Real Estate, Uncategorized / 0 comments

Prevent Soil Erosion This Winter

Soil erosion is when the upper most layer of the soil is moved from one spot to another by a number of agents. Soil erosion mostly occurs during the winter season unlike the other seasons because of agents such as heavy rain, strong winds,...

8. Dec. 2016 / by California Foundation Works / Concrete, Construction, Drainage Problems, Earthquake Retrofit, Foundation Problems, Press Releases , Real Estate, Uncategorized / 0 comments

Yard Drainage Problems During Winter

It’s normal to have a flooded yard for a few hours after a rain storm, but if your yard turns into a swamp every time it rains then you seriously need to consider hiring a drainage contractor. Pooling water in your yard should be...

7. Dec. 2016 / by California Foundation Works / Concrete, Construction, Drainage Problems, Earthquake Retrofit, Foundation Problems, Press Releases , Real Estate, Uncategorized / 0 comments

Wet Weather Is A Big Problem For Los Angeles Homes

Wet weather is a big problem for Los Angeles homes because it tends to affect the properties very negatively. Wet weather in Los Angeles tends to cause water pooling, runoff, flooding, erosion or foundation damage. The following are ways in which Los Angeles homes...

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