ORIGIN OF THE PROBLEM
Foundations can crack and break for many reasons. Improper engineering as well as load-bearing displacement to soil erosion over time can cause cracks and other serious issues. A home needs adequate and reliable frame-to-foundation connections. Otherwise, it can become disturbed and displaced completely from its foundation in an earthquake. Additionally, insufficient lateral bracing results in a partial or complete collapse of the perimeter cripple walls, which form the basement or crawl space. Either form of damage can amount to a total loss scenario as well as major financial strain for the homeowner. However, there are safeguards you can put in place that protect against this.
At Victor Construction and Engineering, we provide comprehensive and dependable commercial and residential foundation repair services. Our goal is to make your home safe and secure. We conduct on-site assessments to determine your needs and make a plan that works around your schedule. Our foundation repair experts prioritize a collaborative process that ensures your goals are achieved and your voice is heard. Our passion is planning and creating safer California homes. Therefore, a big part of our mission is building strong foundations. Make sure you are prepared for earthquake damage by outfitting your home with a strong and sturdy foundation.
DAMAGE THAT CAN OCCUR AND HOW WE ADDRESS IT:
Types of earthquake and seismic forces that can effect your home’s foundation
More information about the ways we address repair of foundations can be found in this article.
House bolting, foundation bolting and cripple wall bracing article:
http://www.earthquakesafety.com/earthquake-retrofitting.html
For VCE’s answers to frequently asked questions about foundation repair, click here.
