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Top 5 Tips for Hiring a Foundation Repair Contractor
There can be a number of reasons why you might need to hire a Foundation Repair Contractor in SoCal. It could be something as simple
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Southern California has been experiencing an earthquake drought, scientists say
A 6.4 magnitude earthquake recently shook the small town of Ridgecrest. It was a surprise to many, but historically Southern California has had a lot
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Soft Story Retrofits: Los Angeles
In January 1994, an earthquake struck Los Angeles. Called the Northridge earthquake, the event put a spotlight on structural flaws that have affected thousands of
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Serious Foundation Problems Need A Professional Contractor
Soil Content and Earthquake Activity Damages Foundations across the United States Each state across the United States have different soil content. Some kinds of soil
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Mandatory Seismic Retrofit Program – Soft Story FAQ
Socal building codes are made to help minimize the foundation repair that is needed after an earth quack. This requires reinforcement and retrofit programs. Soft
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LA Housing Construction Surging – For Now
The L.A. surge in building and construction is on, with some estimates that it has continued to skyrocket with 15% increases month-to-month and projections of
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How Much Does a Soft Story Retrofit Construction Cost in Los Angeles?
Whether you’re new to Los Angeles or have lived here all your life, it doesn’t take long to realize we’re no strangers to seismic activity
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5 Things You Need To Know When Applying For Building Permits in Los Angeles
Building in Los Angeles can be a daunting task, due to the process you have to go through to get permits. You may also find it
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Does my building need to be retrofitted?
Under the ordinance, owners with specific building types are required to invest in the retrofitting of structures. These buildings are: Wood frame buildings with 2