Concrete Leveling & Foundation Repair Company in Pleasanton, CA

Project Overview:
A homeowner in Pleasanton, CA, was experiencing noticeable cracks and settlement in their foundation, causing concern for the structural stability of their home. The cracks were visible in the foundation walls, which indicated potential long-term damage if not addressed. To restore the integrity of the home and prevent further settlement, the homeowner reached out to Foundation Repair of CA for an expert solution.

Challenges:

• Visible cracking in the foundation walls.
• Signs of settlement impacting the perimeter foundation.
• Concerns over structural safety and the potential for future damage.

Solution: Foundation Repair of CA proposed a comprehensive solution that involved the following key steps:

Foundation Removal and Replacement (R & R) – Perimeter Foundation:
The primary solution involved removing and replacing sections of the existing perimeter foundation. The scope of work included:

• Shoring to support the structure during the replacement process.
• Demolition of the compromised sections of the perimeter foundation.
• Excavation around the foundation area to provide access.
• Installation of new #4 rebar to reinforce the foundation.
• Forming and pouring new concrete to match the existing dimensions of the foundation, which assumed a 12" wide by 8" tall footing and an 8" wide by 18" tall stem wall.
• Installation of a new mudsill and anchor bolts for additional support.

The work was completed with careful attention to ensure the new foundation aligned with the existing structure's dimensions. All excavated dirt was left on-site to minimize disruption, and the process accounted for potential obstructions.

Concrete Line Pumping:
To ensure the poured concrete reached the necessary sections efficiently, a concrete line pump with 200 feet of 3-inch hose was utilized. This method allowed for precise concrete placement in the foundation without additional complications, completing the job efficiently.

Vertical Crack Repair with Injection and CarbonArmor:
For the cracks visible on the raised foundation walls, Foundation Repair of CA employed a combination of epoxy injection and the CarbonArmor system:

• The Crack-Kit Epoxy was injected into cracks to fill and seal them.
• To further reinforce the area, the CarbonArmor system was installed. This carbon fiber patch system was sealed with additional epoxy, providing a robust, long-lasting repair over the cracked areas.

Outcome:
The project was successfully completed, with the compromised sections of the foundation being replaced and the cracks fully repaired. The homeowner regained confidence in the structural stability of their home, knowing the foundation had been reinforced and settlement issues addressed.

This project highlights Foundation Repair of CA's expertise in providing durable, reliable solutions for foundation settlement and cracking, ensuring the long-term safety and integrity of homes.

Location:
Pleasanton, CA

Services Provided:
Foundation removal and replacement, concrete line pumping, vertical crack repair with injection and CarbonArmor.

Background

A homeowner in Pleasanton, CA, noticed significant issues with their home's foundation, including visible cracks and signs of settling. Concerned about the structural integrity of their property, they reached out to Foundation Repair of CA for an expert evaluation and a reliable solution.

Project Scope

The project involved several critical tasks to ensure the stability and longevity of the home’s foundation. The scope of work included:

Foundation Removal and Replacement (R & R):

Objective: To replace sections of the existing perimeter foundation that were compromised.

Process:

Shoring and Demolition: Temporary shoring was installed to support the structure during the removal of the damaged sections of the foundation.

Concrete Off-Haul and Excavation: The old concrete was carefully removed and off-hauled, followed by excavation to prepare the site for the new foundation.

Forming and Reinforcement: New forms were set up, and #4 rebar was placed to match the dimensions of the original foundation (12" wide X 8" tall footing, 8" wide X 18" tall stem wall).

Poured Concrete: Concrete was poured into the forms, creating a new, solid foundation that aligned with the existing structure.

Mudsill and Anchor Bolting: The final steps included installing a new mudsill and securing it with anchor bolts, ensuring a strong connection between the foundation and the house.

Concrete Line Pumping:

Objective: To efficiently deliver concrete to the worksite, especially given the challenging access conditions.

Process: A concrete line pump with 200 feet of 3" hose, allowing precise placement of the concrete without the need for additional labor-intensive methods.

Vertical Crack Repair with Injection and CarbonArmor:

Objective: To address vertical cracks in the foundation wall, preventing further damage and reinforcing the area.

Process:

Crack Injection: Epoxy was injected into the cracks, which were no wider than 1/4", to fill and seal them.

CarbonArmor Reinforcement: A carbon fiber patch system was installed over the cracks, adding additional strength to the repaired areas. The patches were sealed with epoxy for enhanced durability.

Challenges

The project presented several challenges, including restricted access to the work area and the need to precisely match the new foundation sections with the existing structure.

Outcome

Foundation Repair of CA successfully completed the project, delivering a structurally sound and reinforced foundation. The homeowner was highly satisfied with the results, noting a significant improvement in the stability of their home. The new foundation sections were seamlessly integrated with the existing structure, ensuring long-term protection against future settling and cracking.

Conclusion

This project in Pleasanton, CA, exemplifies Foundation Repair of CA's commitment to providing expert foundation repair solutions. By combining skilled craftsmanship with high-quality materials and innovative techniques, the team was able to restore the homeowner's peace of mind and enhance the overall safety and value of their property.

We recently had the privilege of working with a homeowner in the beautiful city of Pleasanton, CA, who was concerned about the unsettling signs of movement in their home. Like many in the region, they noticed distressing cracks in the interior walls and persistent issues with doors and windows that just wouldn't operate smoothly anymore. 

Understanding the potential severity of foundation problems, they reached out to us at Foundation Repair of California, eager for a reliable and lasting resolution. Our dedicated Customer Care team sprung into action, coordinating an appointment for a the initial home inspection. Our highly trained System Design Specialist was dispatched to perform a meticulous evaluation, where it was diagnosed that foundation instability was indeed at play, causing the worrisome symptoms seen throughout the property. 

A solution crafted for precision and durability; integrating Concentric Push Piers and Push Piers, was recommended to halt and repair the underlying issues. Our expert team of foremen and installers soon made their way to site with unwavering resolve. Specializing in foundation repair, they skillfully commenced the installation of the stabilization products, taking genuine care to address the nuances of the home's specific challenges. With well-coordinated precision and efficiency, the team anchored the system into place, restoring solid ground beneath the home and peace of mind to the homeowner. 

Once the job was completed, the fiercest indicator of our success was visible in the symmetric windows and crack-free walls - hallmarks of restored stability and integrity. Gone were the ominous signs of foundation failure, replaced with the reinforced security of our industry-leading solution, all backed by our mission to provide not just a service but a timeless resolution and a wonderful customer experience. 

Mr. N had lived in his home for many years and had noticed that the floor seemed to be sinking more and more over time. He had no intention of going into his crawlspace so he decided to call a company that had no qualms about it. 

Our Structural Consultant, Brett Cesarin, visited Mr. N and his home and discovered that the home had shifted in such a way that caused some of the wooden support posts to break away. Without proper support, the floor was free to sink. When Mr. N saw the photos that Brett took, he was floored (pun intended). 

Mr. N decided to use us to install the solution to his uneven floor. The solution included 6 SmartJack Adjustable Steel Posts that were installed to replace the support posts that were no longer attached to the floor system. The SmartJack Adjustable Steel Post is the smart way to support a floor system as it is capable of adjusting to the shifting soils below. 

Mr. K told us that he is a "Born Procrastinator." He knew that his crawlspace was in need of repair for a very long time but constantly kept putting it off. "I did really well in school despite putting off assignments until they were very close to being due; a deadline was the greatest motivation for me, and now that I wanted to sell my home quickly, what better deadline was there?" he told us with a smile on his face. 

The problem with Mr. K's home was that his crawlspace was sinking, causing his floor to sink with it. The floor boards were an inch or more below the walls. The expansive soils beneath the home caused the wooden posts that were supporting the floor to lower. With the shiftiness of the Earth, wooden posts aren't well equipped to adapt because the size of the post never changes. Once it sinks and detaches from the floor the way Mr. K's wooden posts did, you could replace it with another wooden post that has the right height, but you would just be putting a bandage on the situation. Once the soil shifts again, you'd be in the same situation (a vicious circle). 

Mr. K chose us to provide a smarter solution. In total, we installed 15 SmartJack Adjustable Steel Posts, which will adapt to the shifty soils with adjustments. 10 of those SmartJacks replaced existing wooden posts that were unsalvageable and the rest were installed near existing posts to support them. Now Mr. K can turn in his assignment before the deadline and get his home sold so he and his wife can continue their lives somewhere new. 

You know your floor is in bad shape when there are certain areas that you avoid stepping on because of the noise it makes. Mr. A is a light sleeper. While he had to work early in the morning, before the sun rises, his children were night owls. Mr. A told us about how he bought his children touch screen monitors because the sound of them typing on their keyboards at night was enough to make him an insomniac. He called us out to inspect his home because there was a specific floorboard that made a loud creaking noise every time his children walked in the hallway to get a midnight snack. Now, I know you're telling yourself that Mr. A should have just bought his children a mini-fridge for their room so they wouldn't have to walk to the kitchen every night when they got the munchies. Mr. A thought about doing that himself, but he knew that the mini-fridge would just be a temporary solution for an issue that he knew should get addressed sooner than later. 

We did a zip level reading of the floor and found that the specific area of concern was sagging close to an inch lower than the rest of the home. The wood posts in that area that were "supporting" it were not adequately attached to the footing nor to the girder, likely due to improper installation and also the shifting of the soils beneath the footing. Our solution was to install our SmartJack Adjustable Steel Posts near the struggling posts to lift, level, and stabilize the floor. Now Mr. A can sleep better, and his kids can sneak some sour patch kids more subtle. 

The right side of the home was experiencing settlement. With a chimney attached to it, allowing the foundation to settle any further was risking the chimney falling in the future. To fix the problem, our crew installed our Push Pier system beneath the foundation of the home and the chimney. We were able to lift and stabilize the home from further settlement. 

This project was a long-time coming. The homeowner is himself a realtor. He's contracted us to do several projects on homes that he has either helped buy or sell for years. We actually came to his own place of residence in Pleasanton about 6 years ago to inspect some areas of concern he had told us about. Cracks on the walls and the exterior slab were indicative of foundation settlement, but the homeowner wanted to hold off on doing any repairs as long as he could. Well...the time came when he could longer put off the repairs. 6 years allowed the foundation settlement to only get worse. 

With the installation of our Push Pier system to stabilize the foundation. He can rest assured that his home is in better shape than before. 

Mr. F recently purchased a house in Pleasanton, CA. He already planned on bringing the house down to its studs to fix the many other issues with the home and wanted to fix the settlement issue at the same time. After all the work, Mr. F's goal was to have a home that was fixed correctly from the start.  He recounted how other homes in their area attempted to cover the effects of foundation settlement by simply patching and painting the house, equating the scenario to “putting lipstick on a pig.” However, he was looking for a permanent solution. To help solve Mr. F’s uneven flooring problem, our Structural Consultant came out to inspect the issue and suggested our piering system as a solution. Mr. F was highly involved throughout the entire job process, on site for the actual lifting and working closely with our foremen to ensure the flooring was level. Mr. F was very pleased with the work and our customer service. Foundation Repair of CA is happy to have found another Northern California homeowner a permanent solution to their foundation repair needs.