Foundation Repair

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

 

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Pittsburg’s location near the Delta and its soft, moisture-sensitive soils contribute to frequent foundation concerns. Homes built on bay mud or clay soils often experience settling as the ground expands and contracts with seasonal moisture changes. Over time, this movement can result in foundation cracks, sloping floors, and structural instability that require expert repair.

Seismic risk is also a factor in Pittsburg, which is within reach of both the Concord and Hayward Fault zones. Homes that haven’t been retrofitted may be at significant risk in the event of a major earthquake. Seismic retrofitting—such as bolting, bracing, and installing shear panels—is key to strengthening older structures and reducing the likelihood of serious damage.

Inadequate drainage systems in Pittsburg can exacerbate foundation issues, especially during heavy rains. Water pooling near the foundation can lead to erosion or hydrostatic pressure that causes cracks and leaks. Installing drainage solutions like French drains, sump pumps, and gutter extensions helps manage stormwater and protect against foundation deterioration.

Drainage With Sump

Drainage Ward Construction is a leading expert in correcting drainage issues in the Bay Area.  If you have any drainage concerns, call us for an opinion about how to best correct it.  Fixing your drainage issues will remove moisture from your crawl spaces, dry out...

Excavation – Retaining Wall Example

Retaining Walls sometimes need to be straightened.  Here's an example work description: We will excavate behind a 6 lineal feet section of the right side retaining wall adjacent the right rear corner of your home. We will then cut the lagging behind the 2 posts and...

Drainage System With Sump

Many drainage systems require a sump pump: We will construct a drainage system along a 26 feet long portion of the front, the entire left side, and the rear side up to the left rear corner of the solarium. The system will be comprised of 2 legs, each discharging into...

Slab Replacement

Concrete Slab Replacement Example: We will remove the lower rear wood retaining wall and concrete hot tub slab and wall, excavate approximately 7 feet back from the lower lawn and patio area, and construct a keystone wall approximately 84 feet long and 3 feet high to...

Sump Pump Installation Example

Here's an example of a sump pump installation with drainage system: We will construct a drainage system along a 26 feet long portion of the front, the entire left side, and the rear side up to the left rear corner of the solarium. The system will be comprised of 2...

Deck Replacement

Drainage jobs sometimes involve deck replacement too: We will construct a drainage system along the entire rear side of your home. The system will be deeper then the adjacent sub-area grade. We will connect to the existing system near the left rear corner. We will...

Lift Floors

Thank you for the opportunity to provide you the following estimate for work at your home. Per the enclosed elevations, we will lift the interior floors off of existing post jacks to bring them into a flatter plane. We will construct a drainage system along the front,...

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