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How Do Southern California’s Soils Affect Your Home’s Foundation?
November 7, 2024 | Foundation Repair
Southern California has a diverse assortment of soils, from clays to sands, rockier mountain soils to silt in the valleys. Many of these soils have their own challenges for buildings, which could help determine if your home is going to experience foundation problems. Clay Soils Some areas of Southern California, including San Diego’s eastern suburbs,...
How to Fix a Cracked and Sinking Driveway
September 19, 2024 | Concrete Leveling
Wouldn’t it be wonderful if driveways perpetually flat and smooth, pristine surfaces on which to drive or walk or play? Unfortunately that is not reality. Many will eventually be faced with a cracked and sinking driveway. And while driveways will inevitably, in time, require replacement, your goal should be to avoid that solution as long...
Why Is My Driveway or Sidewalk Sinking?
August 16, 2024 | Concrete Leveling
You’ve noticed that portions of your sidewalk or driveway (or porch, or pool deck, or any other concrete slab around your house) has started to sink. The slab is cracking, and the elevation change on either side of the crack is posing a tripping hazard. But why is your slab sinking? The root of the...
Are Cracks Around Windows & Doors Serious?
July 19, 2024 | Foundation Repair
No one likes to see a crack in their wall, and cracks around doors and window frames are no different. At minimum, they detract from the look of your home. But regardless of cosmetic damage, the more important question is whether the cracks are signs of serious structural problems. The answer, like so much with...
When To Repair or Replace Your Cracked Concrete
May 19, 2022 | Cracked Slabs
We’ve all seen cracked concrete that looks a little worse for wear, but sometimes it is hard to distinguish whether to repair or replace your damaged concrete. While concrete is extremely durable, over time it will wear down. When homeowners see signs of damage in their driveway or walkways, they might think it’s time to...
What is the Purpose of a Crawl Space?
April 1, 2022 | Foundation Repair
In Southern California, many homes are built with a slab-on-grade foundation. But some homes have a crawl space. Why would a home have a crawl space? What is the purpose of a crawl space? There are a couple of reasons a builder might choose to add a crawl space to a home. Ease of Access:...
Can Earthquakes Damage Your Foundation?
January 17, 2022 | Foundation Repair
An earthquake can be a scary event. Not only do you fear for you and your family’s safety, but worrying about the stability of your home when it’s all said and done can be a stressful task too. Earthquakes can make anyone feel powerless, but in this article, we will talk about how these events...
How Do Drainage Issues Affect Your Foundation
November 30, 2021 | Foundation Repair
Did you know that poor drainage can lead to foundation problems? Especially with your gutters, if it isn’t properly draining water away from your home it can lead to disaster. Affecting Your Foundation When water puddles around the outside of your home, this expands the soil around your home. An excessive amount of puddling around...
Is Foundation Repair Covered By Insurance?
October 7, 2021 | Foundation Repair
When you find that your house has foundation damage, it can feel like a pricey chore. Not only will it require loads of work, but it can also be a big hit to your bank account. That is why it is important to know if a foundation repair is covered by homeowners insurance. When researching...
Common Slab Foundation Repair
September 16, 2021 | Foundation Repair, Slab Leveling
There are so many reasons why your slab foundation might need repairs. In this article, we’ll talk about common problems homeowners have with their foundation and some ways to repair these problems. One common slab foundation problem is the disruption in the slab. This can create complications that consist of uneven floors and walls, and...
How to Dry Out Your Crawl Space
August 11, 2021 | Uncategorized
There are a handful of reasons that explains why your crawl space is holding moisture. The reasons range from the condensation of your A/C unit to an excess of rain or snowfall in your area. No matter how your crawl space got wet, it is an issue that should be dealt with quickly. Keeping your...
Does Your Foundation Need More Maintenance?
July 8, 2021 | Foundation Repair
Almost every homeowner has the never-ending task of maintaining their home. It seems like there is always something that needs to be fixed somewhere around the house. Having regular maintenance can protect the life of your home. When it comes to maintenance around the home’s foundation, people don’t give it the time or care it...
A Profile of Our Owner- Peter Zoschak
June 11, 2021 | Foundation Repair
Get to know Peter Zoschak My experience with foundations began in 1980 on Fire Island installing 40-foot pole pilings deep into the sand for new beach house foundations. After moving to California in 2000, I began designing projects and installing resistance piers to re-level residential and commercial buildings. I ran the project to re-level the...
The Proof is in the Experience
April 9, 2021 | Foundation Repair
We’ve recently added two new things to our website to show you just how serious we are about what we do. We want to share our experience with our customers! Our Experience Profile We’ve added our company profile with all of our license information and a rundown on our experience in the foundation repair industry....
Concrete Leveling Using Polyurethane Foam
March 19, 2021 | Concrete Leveling, Cracked Slabs, Slab Leveling
Permanently Level and Stabilize Your Concrete This Spring Springtime is often the time of year that homeowners look to complete home improvements and repairs. As you inspect your home, have you noticed uneven or sinking concrete slabs? Or an increased number of cracks? Foundations on the Level offers a solution to concrete leveling using polyurethane...
Why Are Your Porch Steps Pulling Away From Your Stoop?
March 8, 2021 | Cracked Steps, Foundation Repair, Porch Problems, Porch Repair
It’s Time to Take a Closer Look at Your Porches, Patios, and Steps. It is nearly here: Spring. This is a time when we tend to start spending even more time outside. It is also a good time to step out and take a closer look at your porches, patios, and steps. Have you noticed...
Helical Tieback Anchors: Immense Strength for Your Retaining Wall
March 2, 2021 | Retaining Wall Failure, Retaining Wall Repair
Why Helical Tieback Anchors are Your Best Repair Solution Not only do retaining walls add beauty to any home or business they also serve a very important function: retaining walls keep soil from sliding downhill. If you have a retaining wall on your Southern California property, and you have noticed signs of failure such as...
Do You Know the Signs of Foundation Settlement? (Video)
February 9, 2021 | Foundation Repair
Do you know the signs of foundation problems related to settlement? Knowing the signs can save you money in the long run. Foundation repairs are much less expensive than foundation replacement. Sticking doors or windows, drywall cracks, interior or exterior cracks in the foundation, countertops pulling away from the wall or your chimney pulling away...
Repairing Cracked Foundations
February 4, 2021 | Foundation Repair
Foundation cracks are a common foundation problem in California. Our climate is hot and dry, which doesn’t make for great support for foundations. While foundation problems are never a fun thing to go through, you can rest assured Foundations On The Level has the tools and experience when it comes to repairing cracked foundations. Process...
Slab Foundation Repair
January 15, 2021 | Foundation Repair
Need slab foundation repair services? We’ve got you covered! Whether your foundation has settled, has cracks, or needs to be leveled, we can repair your slab foundation in no time. Slab Foundation Repair Methods Slab Leveling If your home has sloped floors, or is sinking in a certain location of your home, we can level...
Foundation Crack Repair
December 8, 2020 | Cracked Slabs
Foundation cracks are one of the most common problems homeowners face when it comes to foundation issues. Not all foundation cracks are a sign of serious issues, but all but the smallest probably should be repaired in order to prevent the cracks from causing other issues. Foundations on the Level specializes in foundation crack repair...
Solutions for a Settling Foundation
November 19, 2020 | Foundation Repair
Foundation settlement can happen for a variety of reasons, and at any point in time. While foundation settlement is common, it’s important to know your options when looking for solutions for a settling foundation. Solutions for Foundation Settlement Steel Push Piers Steel push piers are driven deep into the soil to lift and support weak...
Underpinning Helps DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel at Berkeley Marina
September 8, 2020 | Foundation Repair, Slab Leveling
Underpinning helped stablize a building at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel at Berkeley Marina. Built on soft soil, the building tilted more than 20 inches.
Steel Piers Stabilizes Laguna Beach Home With Natural Cave Below
September 8, 2020 | Foundation Repair
Foundations On The Level used steel piers to help lift and stabalize a Laguna Beach ocean-front home with a natural sea cave beneath.
How to Fix Uneven Sloping Floors
August 14, 2020 | Foundation Repair
Uneven and sloping floors are signs of foundation settlement. In addition to your sloping floors, you’ll likely notice a few other signs. Drywall cracks and gaps between your foundation and baseboards often accompany the uneven floors. Throughout this post, we’ll walk you through how we fix uneven, sloping floors. In most cases, foundations need to...
What is a Floor Level Survey?
August 3, 2020 | Foundation Repair, Slab Leveling
Your house can be moving and you don’t even know it. You also can’t know the extent of the problem without professional help. At Foundations on the Level, we use professional tools to conduct a comprehensive floor level survey to find the reason why the footings of your home are moving. Some foundation companies will...
Understanding Foundation Cracks and Knowing When to Repair Them
July 8, 2020 | Cracked Slabs, Foundation Repair
The best way to know how to repair foundation cracks is to understand why they happened in the first place. In this post we’re outlining the different types of cracks, how they form, and letting you know when they need to be repaired. In some cases, cracks in your foundation aren’t always a cause for concern....