Preventing Dry Rot in Commercial Properties
Commercial property owners in California know how important it is to take steps to prevent dry rot. Once dry rot takes hold, it spreads quickly throughout buildings. Over time, it can render entire structures unsafe and uninhabitable. When it comes
Considerations for Buying a Southern California Home Without Earthquake Retrofitting
If you are considering purchasing a home in California, you have likely considered how well it would stand up to an earthquake. If you haven’t, you should. Southern California property owners know that there is a near-constant chance for an
5 Signs You Need to Earthquake Retrofit Your Commercial Property
California property owners know that there is a near-constant risk of an earthquake. A quake can hit at any time and cause serious physical and financial damage. Many buildings were constructed before it was the norm to automatically include certain
Preventing Dry Rot in Your San Francisco Home
If you own property in San Francisco, or anywhere else for that matter, it is important to be aware of the hazards of dry rot. Caused by standing water, humidity, and/or poor ventilation, dry rot fungi attack wood structures and
Earthquake Retrofitting Financial Incentives for California Property Owners
Retrofitting buildings for seismic activity is important for all property owners in regions that experience earthquakes. Even a short earthquake that lasts only a few seconds can cause massive damage and devastation. Older buildings are frequently unprepared for the effects
Dry Rot vs. Termite Damage: How to Spot the Difference
There are many potential sources of wood damage around a home or commercial building. Water can cause an array of issues that can lead to structural instability, including dry rot. In San Francisco, dry rot is a constant hazard due
10 Common Signs of Foundation Damage
A building’s foundation is critical to its safety and soundness. Since the foundation is the load-bearing portion of the structure, it needs to be as strong and secure as possible to support the rest of the home or commercial property.
9 Signs of Dry Rot in California Homes
Dry rot, or wood rot, can cause serious damage to your home if left unchecked. It is considered the most serious and dangerous form of fundal decay that attacks timber in buildings, causing it to become significantly weakened. Since dry
Buying or Selling a House with Dry Rot
Dry rot is a dangerous fungus that can affect any home with wood components. When left untreated, it will spread, infecting any wood it reaches and impacting the structural integrity of the building. Because it can be expensive to repair a
The Benefits of Seismic Upgrades for California Homeowners
Within the next 30 years, the probability that an earthquake measuring magnitude 6.7 is between 60-70%, and measuring magnitude 7 is about 50%. If your house was built prior to the year 1980, it’s especially vulnerable to damage from earthquake shaking
4 Potential Health and Safety Hazards Associated with Dry Rot
Dry rot can cause significant damage to your home or commercial building. The fungi that attack wood and cellulose can destabilize walls, joists, and other structural components. However, beyond the dangers of collapse and financial loss, it poses a health
Earthquake Retrofitting: What is it and Why is it Necessary?
Earthquakes pose a constant threat to California buildings and homes. An earthquake can cause serious damage and even collapse in the blink of an eye. Beyond this, in just a few seconds, an earthquake’s reverberations can cause serious injury or
What is Dry Rot and How Can You Prevent It?
Dry rot is a common problem in residential and commercial buildings. It can affect virtually any structure with wooden components and can mean thousands of dollars in damage if it is left untreated. Even when it is removed, measures must