Seismic Retrofit Services

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Prepare for the likely earthquake.

Living in earthquake-prone areas like Alameda, Contra Costa, Solano, and Marin counties means that preparing your home for seismic events is not just an option—it’s a necessity. At Ward Construction, we specialize in comprehensive seismic retrofit services designed to enhance your home’s structural integrity and protect it from the devastating effects of earthquakes.

Why Seismic Retrofits Matter

Earthquakes can cause significant damage to homes, particularly those not built to withstand seismic forces. Seismic retrofitting involves strengthening your existing foundation and structure to better absorb and distribute the energy generated by an earthquake. This crucial upgrade reduces the risk of catastrophic failure, ensuring the safety of your home and its occupants during a seismic event.

Tailored Retrofit Solutions

Every home is unique, and so are its seismic retrofit needs. Ward Construction offers customized solutions based on a thorough assessment of your property’s specific vulnerabilities. Our expert team evaluates factors such as the age of your home, foundation type, and soil conditions to design a retrofit plan that provides the most effective protection. Techniques we use include bolting the house to its foundation, hold downs, adding shear walls, and installing steel braces or moment frames to reinforce critical areas.

Expertise You Can Trust

With decades of experience in structural repairs and retrofitting, Ward Construction has built a reputation for excellence in seismic upgrades. Our highly trained crews use the latest tools and techniques to ensure your retrofit is executed with precision and care. We work closely with structural engineers to ensure that every project meets the highest standards of safety and compliance.

Local Knowledge, Local Commitment

As a locally owned and operated company, we have a deep understanding of the seismic challenges specific to Alameda, Contra Costa, Solano, and Marin counties. Our local expertise allows us to provide retrofit solutions that are specifically designed to address the common issues faced by homeowners in this region. We’re committed to helping our community build safer, more resilient homes.

Your Safety is Our Priority

At Ward Construction, your safety is our top priority. We are dedicated to providing seismic retrofit services that not only protect your home but also give you peace of mind. From the initial consultation to the final inspection, we ensure that every step of the process is handled with the utmost professionalism and attention to detail.

Trust Ward Construction to safeguard your home against earthquakes with our expert seismic retrofit services. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you strengthen your home’s foundation and enhance its resilience.

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Foundation Repair

Our Bay Area foundation repair operations are comprehensive. We repair, lift, replace, and level all types of foundations.

 

Retaining Walls

It is often necessary to install a retaining wall to prevent soil movement.  Our team installs solid, well-designed retaining walls to prevent landslides, mudslides, and ultimately, foundation problems.

Drainage

Proper drainage around homes is critical for stabilizing the soil and preventing damage to the foundation from excess water.  Your foundation is designed to be supported by dry soil, not wet soil. We design and install drainage systems and retaining walls, to keep your home safe and dry.

Leveling

Our leveling services address uneven floors and misaligned structural components by restoring your foundation to its proper position, preventing further damage, enhancing the overall stability of your home and relieving stress on the structure so it will perform better during earthquakes.

Seismic Retrofit

Seismic retrofitting involves strengthening your existing foundation and structure to better absorb and distribute the energy generated by an earthquake. This reduces the risk of catastrophic failure, ensuring the safety of your home and family during a seismic event.

Testimonials

What People are Saying

I had Ward Construction remove and replace a failing retaining wall (6 foot exposure by 45 ft long) several years ago. Ward created the new design, drafted blueprints, arranged for the county permits and inspections, provided million dollar proof of insurance to East Bay Regional parks (we share a boundary with EBRPD) and managed all aspects of the project and sub-contractors. Over the years I've had numerous construction and renovation projects completed on several homes by various contractors. Ward Construction was the most professional and honest, easiest to deal with, most on-time, hardest working and most cost-effective contractor that I've worked with. At our final county inspection, the inspector measured everything against the permit documents, shook my hand and simply said "beautiful work". I can recommend Ward Construction without reservation.

Burt Bechtel Avatar Burt Bechtel
May 14, 2024

After struggling thru two rainy seasons with quick fixes for water in the basement, we had Ward come out, expertly diagnose then expertly fix/prevent the problem from happening again. We were able to travel this winter without worrying.. These guys know what they're doing..

Diane Stewart Avatar Diane Stewart
May 14, 2024

Great company really clean fast and the workers are really respectfull..

Rafael Zavala Avatar Rafael Zavala
June 20, 2017

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Preventive repairs can save you stress and money. Don't let drainage problems or structural deficiencies endanger one of your biggest investments.  Schedule your expert estimate today.

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Ward Construction serves Alameda, Contra Costa, and parts of Marin and Solano Counties.