Construction Company Warns, Major DIY Home Projects Risky

Major DIY Home Construction Projects May Cost More In Long Run Warns Julian Construction

LOS ANGELES, CA: Julian Construction Inc. (http://www.julianconstruction.com/), a foundation construction, foundation repair and general construction company located in Los Angeles and servicing Southern California, recently issued a statement advising homeowners of the pros and cons of engaging in advanced DIY (Do-It-Yourself) home construction projects.

Julian de La Torre, founder of the company, stated: “Working in this field, I have seen when homeowners tried to start a major home construction project on their own and work through it with whatever experience they had. Sometimes it’s fine, fixing a fence or something small like that is usually no difficulty. But the bigger projects can get into way more difficulty than most people realize at first. This is especially true of projects related to a home foundation. First of all you have to get all the materials and this may take a while and a lot of research. But the hardest part is when a homeowner makes a mistake and damage is caused to the structure. Then it gets involved and much more complicated, as the damage has to be repaired before any further progress can be made on the home.”

He further commented: “We highly recommend seeking the advice of a professional contracting company. We here at Julian Construction can do architectural planning, permits for new projects to a home and general construction, as well as our specialty, foundation repair, replacement, and earthquake retrofitting. A homeowner that seeks the help of an organization with such accreditation, by our observation, will have a much easier project of home improvement or renovation.”

Julian Construction owns its own company and is built on a “no middlemen” model – no salesmen, no subcontractors. When you work with Julian Construction you get the principals of the company and workers of Julian Construction under your home. The result is the highest 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. You can see tips and advice about home foundation on their blog, at http://julianconstruction.typepad.com.

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Foundation Repair Company Warns of Foundations Issues with Older Homes

Company Urges Owners of Homes Built Over 55 Years Ago to Get Regular Foundation Inspections

LOS ANGELES, CA: Julian Construction Inc. (http://julianconstruction.com/) has recently released a warning to homeowners about potential issues and problems with the foundations on older homes.

Julian De La Torre, founder of Julian Construction, stated “Approximately one-third of all U.S. houses were built over 55 years ago. An older home that has been properly built will usually have considerable longevity. This includes many of the home’s critical components such as its foundation. However, when an older home’s foundation has been incorrectly laid, it can result in problems that get worse over time and eventually compromise the building’s structural integrity. Many homes built prior to 1940 often have foundation problems due to the lack of building regulations and standards, as well as the use of improper equipment and low-quality materials.”

“Older homes can also experience foundation issues if the foundation was laid on clay soil, which expands during wet weather and contracts when it is dry. “Expansive soil” will lift the building when there is a lot of water in the ground, and cause a home to settle when there is moisture loss. The movement of a home due to poor soil conditions can create cracks in concrete slab foundations and walls, in addition to uneven floors, bowed walls, and windows and doors that aren’t properly aligned. An older house’s foundation can also become damaged from settlement if the soil underneath and around the house was not compacted prior to construction.”

“Once a foundation has weakened, it increases the risk of structural failure, particularly during an earthquake. If you live in an older home, regular inspection of your property by a qualified professional is critical. A foundation expert will be able to spot signs of foundation damage, determine the source of the problem, and recommend effective methods of addressing the issue. It’s the best way to ensure your older home continues to stand the test of time,” concluded Julian.

Julian Construction owns its own company and is built on a “no middlemen” model – no salesmen, no subcontractors. When you work with Julian Construction you get the principals of the company and workers of Julian Construction under your home. The result is the highest 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. You can see tips and advice about home foundations on their blog, at http://julianconstruction.typepad.com.

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