Foundation Repair

We’ve compiled several articles about foundation repair and similar services.

 

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Corte Madera’s location along the San Francisco Bay and its varied terrain create unique challenges for homeowners when it comes to foundation stability. Many homes near the waterfront are built on soft bay fill, which is prone to settling and soil liquefaction during seismic events. In hillside neighborhoods, expansive soils and steep slopes can lead to foundation settling, cracks, and structural instability over time.

The city’s proximity to the San Andreas and Rodgers Creek Faults poses a significant seismic risk, making earthquake preparedness a priority for homeowners. Many older homes in Corte Madera were built before modern seismic codes and may lack proper reinforcements. Seismic retrofitting, such as foundation bolting, cripple wall bracing, and shear wall installation, is essential to protect these homes from potential seismic damage.

Drainage issues are also common in Corte Madera, especially during heavy rains when water can pool around foundations or cause hillside erosion. Without proper drainage systems, such as French drains and sump pumps, hydrostatic pressure can build up against foundation walls, leading to cracks and water intrusion. Implementing effective drainage solutions is crucial to safeguard the structural integrity of Corte Madera homes.

retaining wall Oakland

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Per the plans drawn by, and conversation with architect, we will do the following work: 1.  Demolish the existing wood retaining wall located along the left side of your home, and excavate the upper bank back approximately 24 inches. The new wall will be set back...

Berkeley drainage system

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Here's an example drainage system installed in Berkeley We will construct a drainage system along a 12 feet long portion of the front, and a 12 feet long portion of the right side of the unit. The depth of the system will be below the adjacent the slab floor. The...

Piers by Ward Construction

Scope of Work In the sub-area of your home beneath the center wall adjacent the living room, we will do the following work: 1. Construct 5 new center support piers in approximately the same locations as the existing. The new piers will be 18 inches square and 18...

Another drainage project

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We will construct a drainage system along the rear and left sides of the residence at 233 Douglass Lane. The average depth along the rear addition will be 2 feet, and 3 feet along the rest. The system will discharge into the existing sump, which we will deepen, from...

Drainage Project in Piedmont

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Drainage Problems in Piedmont Drainage Issues in Piedmont show up as water getting into your home or building, and can cause basement flooding, wet crawlspaces, mold, landslides, mud in the yard, and flooding or pooling of water in the yard.  Driveway drainage...

Drainage Alamo

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Drainage Problems in Alamo Drainage Issues in Alamo show up as water getting into your home or building, and can cause basement flooding, wet crawlspaces, mold, landslides, mud in the yard, and flooding or pooling of water in the yard.  Driveway drainage problems in...

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