Julian Construction Says Foundation Inspection First Step in Remodeling

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Structurally Sound and Level Foundations Key to Remodeling Success

 

LOS ANGELES – Julian Construction (http://www.julianconstruction.com), a Los Angeles based construction company that specializes in foundation repair and foundation construction, says getting a foundation inspection is a critical first step in home remodeling.

 

“Home remodeling projects should never be started without first conducting a complete foundation inspection,” says Julian De La Torre, founder of Julian Construction. “Any foundation repair issues must be thoroughly addressed before the remodeling work is done.”

 

Foundations that are in poor condition can cause interior and exterior wall cracks and crumbling, tile cracks, sloping floors and leaks. Foundation damage can be caused by weak or poor soil, earth movement, the age of the structure, poor drainage, and maturing trees and shrubs. A professional foundation inspection will identify all defects and damage, as well as potential problem areas.

 

“Homeowners will be throwing away good money if they try to remodel a home with a bad foundation,” says Julian who adds “Without a sound and level foundation, remodeling will not only be time consuming and costly, it can turn into a complete disaster.”

 

Julian Construction is a Southern California leader in earthquake retrofitting and foundation repair. Founder and retrofit expert Julian De La Torre, along with his partner Shawn Kyles, an expert in foundation repair and house bolting, have retrofitted more than 6,600 homes, apartments and commercial properties since the early 1990s.

 

The company, which is dedicated to building preservation and security, offers a wide variety of services designed to address individual structural needs. Julian Construction’s “no middlemen” (no salesmen, no subcontractors) business model, insures high quality work at affordable prices. They 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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Julian Construction Says floor leveling Can Fix Sinking Foundations

Leveling Process Lifts Foundation, Restores Floors to their Original Position

LOS ANGELES – Julian Construction (http://www.julianconstruction.com), a Los Angeles based construction company that specializes in foundation repair and foundation construction, says floor leveling can fix sinking foundations that cause floors to sag, doors and windows not to open or close properly, and cracks in walls and tiles.

“Foundation sinking can be a problem for both new and older homes, says Julian De La Torre, founder of Julian Construction. “The process of floor leveling can return most floors to their original position and make the home safe.”

Floor leveling requires lifting up the foundation. First, the structure must be properly shored. Then beams are inserted under the house with jacks. The jacks are then raised evenly, and new piers are added to provide permanent support.

According to Julian, floor leveling should be done by an experienced professional to prevent further damage to the house. “Floor leveling is both an art and a science,” says Julian. “Any mistakes can cause more damage and even result in the house falling down.”

Julian Construction is a Southern California leader in earthquake retrofitting and foundation repair. Founder and retrofit expert Julian De La Torre, along with his partner Shawn Kyles, an expert in foundation repair and house bolting, have retrofitted more than 6,600 homes, apartments and commercial properties since the early 1990s.

The company, which is dedicated to building preservation and security, offers a wide variety of services designed to address individual structural needs. Julian Construction’s “no middlemen” (no salesmen, no subcontractors) business model, insures high quality work at affordable prices. They 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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