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We Service Berkeley!
Berkeley’s charming neighborhoods, historic homes, and stunning hillside views come with unique structural challenges that make foundation repair, leveling, drainage improvements, and seismic retrofits essential for many homeowners. Berkeley’s diverse geology—ranging from soft bay mud in the flats to steep hillsides with shifting soils—creates ideal conditions for foundation settling and structural instability.
Berkeley sits directly along the Hayward Fault, one of the most active and dangerous fault lines in California. This seismic risk means Berkeley homes are more vulnerable to earthquake damage, especially older structures built before modern building codes accounted for seismic safety. Without proper reinforcement, these homes face heightened risks of foundation cracks, wall separation, and even structural failure during a quake.
In addition to seismic activity, Berkeley’s climate and terrain contribute to foundation and drainage issues. Seasonal rains can lead to water pooling around foundations, causing soil expansion, erosion, or hydrostatic pressure—leading to cracks, leaks, and uneven settling. Homes built on slopes or hillsides are particularly susceptible to drainage problems and foundation shifting over time.
Whether it’s addressing settling foundations, improving drainage to protect against water damage, or reinforcing your home against seismic events, proactive repairs and retrofits are crucial to preserving the safety and value of your Berkeley home. Call us today at 510-215-3636 or use the form below to schedule an estimate.
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.