Foundation Repair

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

 

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San Leandro’s diverse landscape, stretching from the Bay shoreline to the East Bay hills, presents a variety of foundation challenges. In the flatlands, homes built on soft bay fill or clay soils often experience settling and shifting, leading to foundation cracks and uneven flooring. In the hillside neighborhoods, soil erosion and movement can put additional pressure on foundations, requiring professional repair and leveling to ensure stability.

The city’s proximity to the Hayward Fault also makes seismic activity a significant concern for San Leandro homeowners. Many houses, particularly older ones, were built before modern seismic codes and may lack proper reinforcements. Seismic retrofitting—such as foundation bolting, cripple wall bracing, and the installation of shear walls—can help protect these homes during an earthquake and reduce the risk of structural damage.

Drainage issues are prevalent in San Leandro, especially in areas with poor grading or inadequate drainage systems. Heavy rains can lead to water pooling around foundations, increasing hydrostatic pressure and causing cracks or leaks. Installing effective drainage solutions, like French drains, sump pumps, and retaining walls, is essential to manage water flow and protect homes from long-term moisture-related foundation problems.


 

Retaining Walls

Retaining Walls Retaining walls are often necessary to correct drainage problems around the homes in the hilly areas of Alameda, Berkeley, El Cerrito, Oakland, Walnut Creek, El Sobrante, Alamo, Orinda, Dublin, Hayward, Lafayette, Moraga, and Marin County. Retaining...

Foundation Repair Considerations

Foundation repairs can be simple matters that you can get yourself or they can require major work by a qualified contractor. Read on to learn about your options, to evaluate how serious your problem may be, and whether it's necessary to obtain professional advice from...

Minor Cracks in Concrete – Foundation Repairs

The easiest foundation repairs usually involve narrow cracks less than 1/4 inch wide . When the cracks are located in places where concrete tends to crack naturally the repairs are the easiest. Natural cracking occurs from shrinking. You can probably even ignore these...

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