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Danville’s charming neighborhoods, set against the rolling hills of Contra Costa County, present specific foundation challenges for homeowners. Many properties are built on expansive soils that shift with changes in moisture levels, causing foundation settling, cracks, and uneven flooring. Homes built on sloped lots face additional risks due to soil erosion and hillside movement, which can further impact structural integrity.
The seismic risk in Danville is significant due to the area’s proximity to both the Calaveras and Hayward Faults. Many homes, especially older ones, may not meet modern seismic codes and are vulnerable to damage during an earthquake. Seismic retrofitting—including foundation bolting, cripple wall bracing, and shear wall installation—is essential to protect these homes and ensure they can withstand seismic events.
Drainage issues are also common in Danville, especially in hillside neighborhoods where rainwater runoff can cause soil erosion and put pressure on foundation walls. Without proper drainage systems, water can accumulate around the foundation, leading to cracks, leaks, and long-term structural damage. Effective solutions like French drains, retaining walls, and proper grading help manage water flow and protect the integrity of Danville homes.
Drainage Project Example
Drainage Project from our files: To correct drainage problem, we will dowel into the existing retaining wall located adjacent to the right rear corner of the building and form and pour a new 18 feet long concrete footing (which will also serve to support the existing...
Drainage System Installation Example
Scope of Work We will construct a drainage system along the right, rear, and left sides of your home. The system will start on the right side adjacent the rear of the garage with a trench 2 feet deep. From here it will extend along the right side to the rear corner,...
Drainage Near Retaining Wall
Drainage Near Retaining Wall We will install approximately 120 lineal feet of surface drainage system around the pool in the areas marked by owner, and below the retaining wall. We will provide stub ups only, no drains or grates are included. We will expose...
Patio, Catch Basin, Drainage Example
We will remove and not replace a portion of the front flagstone patio, install a new 8 inch catch basin, and discharge the new drain through a 4 inch solid pipe across your front yard and through the existing pipe that penetrates the left side retaining wall. We will...
Foundation Replacement Example
1. Construct approximately 88 lineal feet of concrete foundation with 2x6 pressure treated sills and 5/8 inch anchor bolts, (Stab bolts for holdowns to be supplied and placed by others). Access door to be constructed and installed by others. 2. Construct seven 2 feet...
Basement drainage repair example
We will construct a drainage system around the lower basement area. The system will be constructed in 2 legs, starting on either side of the basement entry stairs, and discharging into a sump located on the right side of the house, (3 sides of this system will be...
Garage Foundation and Drainage Example
On the garage we will do the following work: 1. Slope trenches and lay 140 lineal feet of 4 inch perforated pipe in previously excavated areas surrounding new foundation walls. The pipe to tie into new discharge pipe installed by Alderson Construction. 2. ...
Spa installation example
On the new spa we will do the following work: 1. Tune and lay approximately 100 lineal feet of 4 inch perforated pipe in previously excavated areas surrounding new foundation/retaining walls. The pipe to connect to the existing 6 inch discharge pipe. The portion on...
Drainage, Underpinning Example
We will construct a drainage system along the rear and right sides of your home. The system will start at the left rear corner with a trench 4 feet deep. From here it will extend along the rear to the right corner, then continue along the right side to the front...
Home Drainage System
We will construct a drainage system along the rear and right sides of your home. The system will start at the left rear corner with a trench 4 feet deep. From here it will extend along the rear to the right corner, then continue along the right side to the front...