Expert Structural
Foundation &
Framing

Typically, a full foundation replacement for an average-sized home in Los Angeles takes between 3 to 5 weeks. This includes excavation, rebar placement, LADBS inspections, pouring, and curing time.

For most seismic retrofitting and sister foundation jobs, you can stay in the home. However, for a complete foundation replacement where we lift the house, safety regulations usually require you to relocate temporarily for about 2-3 weeks during the critical lifting phase.

Yes. We handle the entire permitting process with the Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety. From submitting architectural plans to scheduling the soil report and calling for final inspections, we manage the paperwork so you don't have to.

The most common causes are expansive clay soil (which swells when wet and shrinks when dry), seismic activity (earthquakes), and poor drainage. Older homes (pre-1950s) often lack steel reinforcement (rebar), making them brittle and prone to cracking.

Retrofitting strengthens an existing foundation (e.g., bolting the house to the foundation, bracing cripple walls). Replacement involves removing the old concrete entirely and pouring a brand new, steel-reinforced foundation. Retrofitting is preventative; replacement is for failed structures.

Yes, we provide free on-site consultations and detailed estimates for homeowners. We will inspect your crawl space, check for cracks or sloping floors, and provide a clear plan of action.We are familiar with the California Earthquake Brace + Bolt (EBB) program. If you have been approved for a state grant, we can provide the specific documentation required for your reimbursement.