Julian Construction Gives Top Five Reasons Why Foundations Fail
Julian De La Torre, founder of Julian Construction (www.julianconstruction.com), a Los Angeles-based construction company that specializes in foundation repair, says there are five main reasons why foundations fail...
Los Angeles, CA, April 03, 2011 --(PR.com)-- A foundation is critical to the structural integrity of a home. It distributes and transfers the weight of the building to the ground, and holds the structure in place. Foundation problems can result in cracks, uneven floors, crumbling and wall separation, bulging and rotation. Julian De La Torre, founder of Julian Construction (www.julianconstruction.com), a Los Angeles-based construction company that specializes in foundation repair, says there are five main reasons why foundations fail:
Improper Soil Preparation – Before building a foundation, the ground should be graded to direct water away from the structure. Soil should also be compacted to prevent movement later on. Soil that isn’t sufficiently compacted can result in uneven settlement.
Poor Foundation Construction – Cement foundations should be flat and square, and contain sufficient steel reinforcement. An improperly constructed foundation will cause extensive settling, cracks and other structural issues that will need to be repaired.
Adverse Soil Conditions – A foundation will start to weaken if the soil it is built on expands or contracts. Expansion can occur from too much water and will lift the building. Contraction occurs from dry conditions, and can result in the soiling pulling away from the foundation
Plumbing Problems – Water from leaky pipes, toilets, tubs and sinks can cause significant foundation issue, including heaving. Leaks in plumbing under the foundation can be especially damaging to a foundation and can destabilize the building.
Drainage Issues – When rainwater and water from sprinkler systems doesn’t drain properly, it can accumulate in puddles near the house and eventually seep into the building. Moisture build-up under a foundation can cause lifting and cracks.
“Foundations should be regularly inspected to detect potential problems that could lead to structural failure,” says Julian. “Immediately correcting any issues can increase the life of a foundation and prevent the need for costly repairs down the road.”
Julian De La Torre has been providing earthquake retrofitting services in Southern California since the early 1990s, and has personally worked on over 6,600 homes. In 2001, Julian used his unmatched experience to form Julian Construction, with the goal of making safer homes, apartments and commercial properties throughout the region. His partner Shawn Kyles, is an expert in foundation repair and house bolting. Over the years, Shawn has inspected more than 15,000 structures, working with both engineering firms and local departments of building and safety. Julian Construction is a privately owned company built on a “no middlemen” model – no salesmen, no subcontractors. You always work directly with the principals of the company. As a result, you receive the highest quality work at affordable prices. Julian Construction can be contacted by phone at 323 733-3377, by fax at 323 733-4477 or via their website, www.julianconstruction.com
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Improper Soil Preparation – Before building a foundation, the ground should be graded to direct water away from the structure. Soil should also be compacted to prevent movement later on. Soil that isn’t sufficiently compacted can result in uneven settlement.
Poor Foundation Construction – Cement foundations should be flat and square, and contain sufficient steel reinforcement. An improperly constructed foundation will cause extensive settling, cracks and other structural issues that will need to be repaired.
Adverse Soil Conditions – A foundation will start to weaken if the soil it is built on expands or contracts. Expansion can occur from too much water and will lift the building. Contraction occurs from dry conditions, and can result in the soiling pulling away from the foundation
Plumbing Problems – Water from leaky pipes, toilets, tubs and sinks can cause significant foundation issue, including heaving. Leaks in plumbing under the foundation can be especially damaging to a foundation and can destabilize the building.
Drainage Issues – When rainwater and water from sprinkler systems doesn’t drain properly, it can accumulate in puddles near the house and eventually seep into the building. Moisture build-up under a foundation can cause lifting and cracks.
“Foundations should be regularly inspected to detect potential problems that could lead to structural failure,” says Julian. “Immediately correcting any issues can increase the life of a foundation and prevent the need for costly repairs down the road.”
Julian De La Torre has been providing earthquake retrofitting services in Southern California since the early 1990s, and has personally worked on over 6,600 homes. In 2001, Julian used his unmatched experience to form Julian Construction, with the goal of making safer homes, apartments and commercial properties throughout the region. His partner Shawn Kyles, is an expert in foundation repair and house bolting. Over the years, Shawn has inspected more than 15,000 structures, working with both engineering firms and local departments of building and safety. Julian Construction is a privately owned company built on a “no middlemen” model – no salesmen, no subcontractors. You always work directly with the principals of the company. As a result, you receive the highest quality work at affordable prices. Julian Construction can be contacted by phone at 323 733-3377, by fax at 323 733-4477 or via their website, www.julianconstruction.com
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