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Richmond’s diverse landscape, stretching from the waterfront along the San Francisco Bay to the hills of East Richmond Heights, presents a range of foundation and structural challenges. In the low-lying areas, homes built on soft bay fill are particularly vulnerable to settling and soil movement, leading to foundation cracks and uneven floors. In the hillside neighborhoods, steep slopes and clay-rich soils contribute to foundation instability and erosion.
Seismic risks are a major concern for Richmond homeowners due to the city’s proximity to multiple fault lines, including the Hayward Fault. Many homes, especially older ones, may not meet current seismic standards and are at risk during a major earthquake. Seismic retrofitting—such as bolting foundations, bracing cripple walls, and reinforcing structural frames—is essential to safeguard these homes from earthquake damage.
Drainage problems are also common in Richmond, particularly in hillside areas where rainwater runoff can lead to soil erosion and hydrostatic pressure against foundation walls. Without proper drainage solutions, homes may experience water intrusion, basement flooding, or foundation weakening. Installing systems like French drains, sump pumps, and retaining walls can help manage water flow and protect homes from long-term damage.
shim the tops of the existing underpinning posts
Ward Construction provides services in the greater San Francisco Bay Area including, Oakland, Berkeley, Richmond, San Francisco, Walnut Creek, Lafayette, Orinda, Moraga, Hayward, Marin and other East Bay and North Bay cities. Here's an example of the type of services...
porch and grade beams
Ward Construction provides services in the greater San Francisco Bay Area including, Oakland, Berkeley, Richmond, San Francisco, Walnut Creek, Lafayette, Orinda, Moraga, Hayward, Marin and other East Bay and North Bay cities. Here's an example of the type of services...
Simpson U.F.P. straps and cripple walls
Ward Construction provides services in the greater San Francisco Bay Area including, Oakland, Berkeley, Richmond, San Francisco, Walnut Creek, Lafayette, Orinda, Moraga, Hayward, Marin and other East Bay and North Bay cities. Here's an example of the type of services...
concrete garage slab strip replacement
Ward Construction provides services in the greater San Francisco Bay Area including, Oakland, Berkeley, Richmond, San Francisco, Walnut Creek, Lafayette, Orinda, Moraga, Hayward, Marin and other East Bay and North Bay cities. Here's an example of the type of services...
floor out of level
Ward Construction provides services in the greater San Francisco Bay Area including, Oakland, Berkeley, Richmond, San Francisco, Walnut Creek, Lafayette, Orinda, Moraga, Hayward, Marin and other East Bay and North Bay cities. Here's an example of the type of services...
Pour new concrete foundation
Ward Construction provides services in the greater San Francisco Bay Area including, Oakland, Berkeley, Richmond, San Francisco, Walnut Creek, Lafayette, Orinda, Moraga, Hayward, Marin and other East Bay and North Bay cities. Here's an example of the type of services...
flatwork and underpinnings and grade beam
Ward Construction provides services in the greater San Francisco Bay Area including, Oakland, Berkeley, Richmond, San Francisco, Walnut Creek, Lafayette, Orinda, Moraga, Hayward, Marin and other East Bay and North Bay cities. Here's an example of the type of services...
sub-area home completely saturated
Ward Construction provides services in the greater San Francisco Bay Area including, Oakland, Berkeley, Richmond, San Francisco, Walnut Creek, Lafayette, Orinda, Moraga, Hayward, Marin and other East Bay and North Bay cities. Here\'s an example of the type of services...
foundation leveling and resulting cracks
Ward Construction provides services in the greater San Francisco Bay Area including, Oakland, Berkeley, Richmond, San Francisco, Walnut Creek, Lafayette, Orinda, Moraga, Hayward, Marin and other East Bay and North Bay cities. Here\'s an example of the type of services...
lift foundation to level floors
Ward Construction provides services in the greater San Francisco Bay Area including, Oakland, Berkeley, Richmond, San Francisco, Walnut Creek, Lafayette, Orinda, Moraga, Hayward, Marin and other East Bay and North Bay cities. Here\'s an example of the type of services...