Foundation Repair Contractor Serving Livermore, CA

Recently, we took on a challenging assignment in Livermore, CA, to help a homeowner address a significant issue – a cracked slab foundation threatening their home's structural integrity. The journey from distress to remedy showcases our commitment to delivering outstanding customer experiences and advancing home repair solutions. The homeowner noticed unsettling signs of wear on their property and reached out to us, worried about the long-term impact on their house’s foundation. Our process kicked off promptly with a call to our dedicated Customer Care team, followed by a detailed home inspection conducted by one of our expert System Design Specialists. The diagnosis: the slab foundation was compromised, needing immediate attention to prevent further damage. Our recommended course of action? A high-tech, dual-approach solution involving PolyLevel leveling for the concrete and slab stitching with carbon fiber – a reliable method sparing the homeowner from extensive disruption and providing a lasting fix. Our team expert At work, we meticulously ground out the existing cracks, prepared the surface for repairs, and seamlessly integrated carbon fiber strips across the critical areas. Further supporting the integrity of the foundation, we applied a robust epoxy to bond the repair, finished with precision grinding to ensure flawlessness. From the initial inspection to the precision execution by our talented production team, the project reflected our company ethos – utilizing advanced technology and proven strategies to deliver measurable results. The homeowner's nightmare transformed into relief as we concluded our work, leaving behind a restored foundation poised to stand the test of time. Just another day's work for us, ensuring homes in our community have the solid ground they deserve.

Nestled in the heart of Livermore, CA, a homeowner noticed a concerning sight – a horizontal crack running along the side of their foundation. Aware of the risk this posed to their home’s integrity, they reached out to us, Foundation Repair of CA, seeking a lasting solution. Our mission from the start was clear: to restore their sense of security and the foundation’s stability, contributing to our ongoing commitment to providing a remarkable experience and avant-garde solutions for our customers. Following their call, our friendly Customer Care team promptly arranged a home inspection. Our System Design Specialist thoroughly assessed the situation during the visit, diagnosing the root cause and recommending the premier solution – our robust Carbon Armor installation. Our solution entailed meticulously chipping out the concrete adjacent to the crack to remove the old, deteriorated rebar, which was subsequently replaced with high-grade synthetic fiberglass rebar, blending seamlessly into the concrete. We filled the gap with a high-strength concrete mix for an even, durable finish, utilizing the Carbon Armor for reinforcement.  Throughout the repair process, transparency, trust, and homeowner’s peace of mind remained our paramount concerns. Swiftly but cautiously, our crew, led by an experienced foreman, artfully patched, smoothened, and sealed the troublesome crack, coating it with an exclusive epoxy for lasting resilience. Conclusively, the homeowner was left with a once again stable and aesthetically appealing foundation.

An uneven driveway isn't much of a worry for people in good health, but once you reach your elder years, it can be a huge problem. 

Our Concrete Repair and Restoration specialist, Manny visited the owner of this beautiful home in Livermore to address that specific concern. She and her husband were reaching that age where a fall to the ground could turn their world upside down. She had known about the tripping hazard for 7 years before it became a problem she could no longer avoid fixing. Manny took care to inspect the driveway thoroughly so he could provide her with a quote for a solution that would put her fears at ease for good. 

Have you ever noticed cracks in your walls or ceiling? If so, have you ever wondered where the heck they came from? 

In the case of this homeowner in Livermore--we'll call him Mr. M--the cracks on his kitchen wall were caused by the crawl space support posts within his crawl space. 

During our first inspection of the home, we took elevations of the floor. The kitchen floor was lower than the rest of the home by about 1 inch. We descended into the crawl space to get a closer look. Directly beneath the kitchen floor, we noted that the crawl space support posts were in relatively good shape; the wood wasn't rotted or tilted at all. This would make one think that everything was fine and dandy, but the issue was a little lower within the soil. 

The problem with wooden crawl space support posts is that they aren't adjustable. When there are changes in the soil that cause the crawl space support posts to sink, most people add shims to fill the space between the concrete footing and the wooden post like how restaurants place napkins underneath the uneven leg of a table in the hopes that they can stop it from wobbling. 

To help Mr. M level his floor, we installed our Adjustable Steel Post System, with a Steel, Square Beam, along with 10 new floor joists installed directly beneath the kitchen floor in order to bring the floor back to level. 

Foundation cracks left unaddressed for long periods of time will continue to get worse; in some cases, the crack can get so bad that the entire foundation in that area will need to be replaced. 

Mrs. F in Livermore knew that her foundation had a crack in it and she wanted to make sure she took care of it before the worst case scenario happened. After searching for a foundation company on Yelp, she found us and picked up the phone and  scheduled a free inspection. Our Structural Consultant, Mike Anderson performed the inspection and observed the area of concern. By the end of the appointment, Mike had wrote a quote with a detailed drawing of the solution included. Mrs. F liked what she saw and decided to sign the quote. 

The cause of this crack was due to the expansion of the rebar inside of the foundation. The expansion more than likely happened because moisture had either been present when the foundation was constructed or had somehow found a way into the foundation over time. Moisture causes rebar to bloat and expand (a process known as Oxidization), forcing it's way out of the foundation like a splinter from skin.

Our crew, lead by Foreman Chris Castaneda and his Second-In-Command Saul Del Rio, removed the bloated rebar from the foundation, installed a new fiberglass stick of rebar in its place, patched the area with new concrete, and then sealed the area with epoxy and a Carbon Fiber Patch (Carbon Armor). 

Mr. B wanted to fix the walkway leading up to his front door. He was worried that the uneven concrete, being a tripping hazard, would have the potential to injure anyone who came to his home. 

He called us out to provide an estimate for repairing his walkway. Our salesman, Hays Lawson, went to inspect the situation and determined that the concrete of the walkway was salvageable; we could repair it with an injection of PolyLEVEL Foam rather than replacing the slab entirely. Mr. B saw the estimate and was sold. 

6 days after that appointment, our crew visited Mr. B and repaired the walkway within the same day. Now Mr. B has peace of mind knowing that visitors can step on the walkway without the fear of tripping over the concrete. 

This home was experiencing crawl space flooding issues. Our solution was to install a SmartSump with drain pipe along the perimeter of the crawl space. Rainwater does no good beneath your house, we can help you keep it where it belongs. 

With the ability to cause major damage and injury, earthquakes are no laughing matter in California. As part of the Earthquake Brace and Bolt Program (EBB), Foundation Repair of CA works diligently to ensure the safety of all of our customers. Our products can help minimize the damage that occurs from an earthquake. With the major earthquakes that hit in 2019, many have expressed worry that Northern California is next. This customer was approved for the EBB program and gave us a call. After his evaluation, he was comfortable with our specialist and chose us as his contractor. Once the job was complete, the customer had the peace of mind that our product would lessen his chances of damage if we were hit by the big one. 

Are you prepared in the case of an earthquake? Have you been approved for the EBB program? Why not call us today for a free estimate?