Foundation Repair

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

 

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El Sobrante’s rolling hills and varied soil conditions pose specific challenges for home foundations. Many properties are built on expansive clay soils, which expand during the wet season and contract in dry months. This constant soil movement can lead to foundation settling, cracks in walls, and uneven floors, requiring professional repair and leveling to maintain structural stability.

The area is also at risk of seismic activity due to its proximity to the Hayward Fault. Homes that lack modern seismic retrofitting are particularly vulnerable during earthquakes. Reinforcing foundations with bolting, cripple wall bracing, and shear wall installation can help protect homes from structural damage and improve their resilience during seismic events.

Drainage issues are common in El Sobrante, especially on sloped properties where water runoff can cause soil erosion and foundation instability. Poor drainage can lead to hydrostatic pressure against foundation walls, resulting in cracks, leaks, and water intrusion. Installing proper drainage systems, such as French drains and retaining walls, is essential to manage water flow and safeguard the structural integrity of El Sobrante homes.

Drainage Project

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Scope of Work We will construct a drainage system along the entire left, rear, right, and a 16 feet portion of the front side of the residence. The system will be comprised of 2 legs, each discharging into a sump located near the right rear corner, from where the...

Drainage San Leandro

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Here's a drainage project we completed in San Leandro: We will construct a drainage system along the entire right side of the building. The starting depth for the system at the right rear corner will be 6 feet. The trench will be excavated a maximum of 18 inches wide...

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...

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