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Ross’s picturesque hillside properties and luxury homes are built on terrain that presents real challenges for foundations. Many homes sit on steep slopes with expansive soils that move with changes in moisture content. This can result in foundation settling, cracks, and structural shifts that may go unnoticed until major repairs are needed. Proactive foundation inspections and leveling are crucial in Ross.
Though Ross is tucked away in Marin County, it’s still within range of seismic activity from the San Andreas Fault. Homes—especially those built before modern seismic standards—may be at risk during earthquakes. Seismic retrofitting, including bolting to the foundation and shear wall installation, is an important investment for homeowners looking to protect both property value and occupant safety.
In addition to seismic and soil challenges, Ross faces drainage issues from seasonal rains and hillside runoff. Improper drainage can lead to erosion around piers and retaining walls, undermining the foundation and increasing moisture damage risks. Installing French drains, proper downspout systems, and grading corrections can help safeguard foundations from long-term water damage.
Drainage Project
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
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...
moisture barrier installation
Scope of Work Per the general recommendations of structural engineer we will construct a drainage system along the left and rear sides of the garage. The system will start in the sub-area directly behind the right rear corner of the garage. From here it will extend...
retaining wall Oakland
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
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...
Drainage system solves flooding problems
We will construct a drainage system along the entire right side, and the front of your home up to the fireplace. The drainage system consists of two pipes in a rock filled trench. One is perforated, to collect sub-surface water and the other is non-perforated, to...
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
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
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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