Foundation Repair & Replacement

Not sure if your home needs foundation repair or a replacement? If you have an older home, unlevel floors, sticking doors, spalling concrete, or notice that your house is cracking, schedule an inspection to find out.

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Foundation Inspections

Looking for an honest and trustworthy foundation inspector? We provide detailed inspections for homes that are on concrete slabs or raised foundations.

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Seismic Retrofitting

We provide both seismic retrofitting (or earthquake retrofitting) and soft story services. We do this by adding additional hardware, plywood, and framing lumber to the foundation area of a building in a way that improves earthquake readiness and helps protect it during seismic activity.

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We are The Foundation Works, your trusted Los Angeles foundation repair company.

For more than 20 years, The Foundation Works has provided quality home foundation repairs. Our team of experts help solve some of the most common issues homeowners find, including spalling concrete, house cracking, and sticking doors.

20+ YEARS OF SERVICE

We Set Industry Standards

The Foundation Works has been committed to providing effective foundation solutions with lasting results for more than 20 years.

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TOP-RATED

More than 795 Reviews

We encourage our clients to leave us honest reviews after we've done an inspection, or completed any foundation repair service.

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ADVANCED TECH & TOOLS

We Use Top of the Line Equipment

Our advanced tools and equipment help ensure optimal durability for long-lasting solutions.

ECO FRIENDLY

We Believe in Sustainability

A typical foundation repair job creates tons of debris and waste. Most companies dispose of it by using landfills. We don't! We convert clean waste from our job sites into usable, nutrient-rich soil.

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WARRANTY

We Guarantee Our Work

We want you to feel confident in the work we do on your home, which is why we back each job with a warranty, and will perform corrections at no additional cost.

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What Our Clients Say

18:40 23 Feb 26

If I could give 10 stars I would. Best of the best team. Professional, personable and know how to work the system and get the best possible outcome for your property. All the while giving top quality work. Manny, one of the foreman, was outstanding, always available for questions via text message or a call.

This was the second time I hired them, and would do it again.

Jerry Torgerson

19:59 12 Feb 26

If I could give 6 stars to Eric and his team (Chris S., Gio, Danny, Keith) I would. Foundation Works is THE BEST when it comes to retrofit and foundation repair. The team came in on time, did the work and were finished, cleaned up and out before we knew it. I can’t say enough how happy we are with the work. I highly recommend Eric and Foundation Works for your next project. - Jerry

01:46 06 Feb 26

We went with them for a foundation inspection and repair.

Danny was incredibly helpful during the inspection and took the time to walk us through the different options for our house.

When it came time for the repairs, Ernesto and his team arrived right on time and completed the work quickly and efficiently. Ernesto also shared helpful ideas on how to prevent future foundation damage.

Everyone we worked with was fantastic. I highly recommend them.

03:55 04 Feb 26

Our Foundation Works crew were wonderful! Eric (the foreman), Chris S, Ernesto, Zander, and Ryadh worked so hard all day to repair the earthquake related damage in our crawl space. They took precautions to protect our floors, carefully laid out their tools and materials, and worked and maintained a clean workspace. When finished, the crew cleaned up efficiently and wiped down my floors before leaving. Great job gentlemen!

21:18 02 Feb 26

Great company, would use again. This was the easiest and most professional home service provided I've ever experienced. One short call to make the appointment, which I didn't need to answer a hundred questions or wait a week to get. The inspector was running ahead of schedule and messaged me to see if it was ok to arrive early. The inspector discussed the results with us and also shared his photos same day. There was NO high pressure sales pitch either. How rare it is to find a company with such impeccable INTEGRITY. Thank you Kent and Foundation Works!

23:00 30 Jan 26

I recently had TFW complete an earthquake retrofit at my home, and I couldn’t be more pleased with the experience. Guillermo’s Team, including Guillermo, Matt, Daniel, Chris, and Derrick, did an outstanding job from start to finish.
They were consistently professional and courteous. Before beginning any work, they took the time to explain exactly what they were going to do, which gave me a lot of confidence in the process. Inside the house, they carefully laid down plastic to control dust and dirt. Outside, they used tarps to protect my patio and driveway. Their attention to detail really stood out.
The team also made a point of greeting me with a “good morning” each day and saying “goodbye” before they left. They cleaned up thoroughly at the end of every workday, leaving everything neat and organized.
I’m very pleased with the results and the level of care they put into their work. I would absolutely recommend TFW to anyone looking for a reliable, professional company for an earthquake retrofit.

02:35 01 Jan 26

The Foundation Works recently completed both a foundation retrofit on my home, and I couldn’t be more impressed. They are by far the most organized and professional team I’ve worked with. From start to finish, every step of the process was clearly communicated and well managed.

The quality of their work is thorough and held to a very high standard—they absolutely do not cut corners. Their crew was professional, hardworking, and clearly committed to doing the job right. Any questions I had along the way were addressed promptly, which gave me a lot of confidence throughout the project.

If you’re looking for a company that takes pride in their work, maintains excellent standards, and delivers what they promise, I highly recommend The Foundation Works.

23:55 26 Dec 25

When I received news that I had been approved by the EBB program I was faced with the tough task of picking a contractor. Not easy: the California Residential Mitigation Program retrofit grant program web site is not exactly users-friendly. It lists so very many contractors varying from what appears to be 1-person outfits to big companies. Based on a lot of online searching on the top 10 companies that seemed a good fit [location; years in the business; are these general contractors or specialized in earthquake retrofit?- BBB complaints or remarks? License check? Reviews on Google or Yelp?] I picked the Foundation Works and a second company for a quote.
The inspector from the second company was done rather quickly with his survey and the quote was really basic with little detail. De inspector from the Foundation Works took much longer. Importantly, the inspector took the time to explain the foundations of this house to me and what [and why] would be required to have an optimal anchoring. Similarly, the quote provided a lot of detail about the work that would be done as well as other information about the foundations of this house. Although the total cost of doing the retrofit was higher than that of the other company the choice was a no-brainer to me: if you want to be optimally prepared for ‘the big one’ you want to give your house the best chance of not partly or completely walking away from its foundation for a few yards.
The process of getting the final go-ahead from the EBB program was lengthy, with the program repeatedly asking for information and then more information. The contact at the Foundation Works took care those questions the company is knowledgeable about and was clearly on top of things. The crew [Eric the foreman, with Ernesto, Keith, Zander and Chris S] finally was able to start the work, and they finished it in three days. With them too only positive experiences- professional work, and well-done. So in summary, I am really satisfied with all the people I dealt with in this company.

16:18 10 Dec 25

I had an excellent experience working with Danny for my foundation inspection. He was punctual, professional, and incredibly thorough from start to finish. Danny took the time to explain everything he was checking, pointed out things I never would have noticed on my own, and made sure I understood the condition of the foundation clearly.

He inspected every area carefully and provided an honest, easy-to-understand assessment along with helpful recommendations. The report he delivered was detailed, well-organized, and included clear photos.

It’s rare to find someone as knowledgeable, transparent, and dedicated as Danny. Highly recommend Danny to anyone in need of a trustworthy and thorough foundation inspector.

00:11 10 Nov 25

Foundation Works did an amazing job retrofitting my foundation and repairing a wall that had become misaligned over the years. Danny Betances was my initial inspector and made not only visually assessed my foundation and went into every crawl space but he also took the time to draw a schema to help explain to me what the plan and his recommendations were. He provided a very detailed report as well. The crew came out within days and did such a fantastic job. Eric, Ernesto, Bryan, and Chris S were the crew members and all of them were so communicative and gave frequent updates which I appreciated the most. They were very hardworking and trustworthy. Couldn't have asked for a better experience!

21:53 09 Nov 25

We recently hired Foundation Works for a seismic brace and bolt retrofit and other crawlspace repairs. We were highly impressed with the entire process and the final result.
The team (Eric, Ernesto, Bryan, and Chris S.) was outstanding—professional, communicative, and diligent. They addressed all the necessary fixes, leaving our crawlspace in significantly better condition.
The crew was efficient, respectful, and explained the work clearly. Can confidently recommend Foundation Works.

Danielle Gelber

14:12 05 Nov 25

I am thrilled that I got to work with The Foundation Works For my recent retrofit job on our home. What a team! Namely, Eric, their foreman, and his team comprised of Danny, Chris B. , Ernesto and Keith were next level. Fantastic! They worked so insanely hard and diligently and nonstop for two days getting the job beautifully done. The whole thing from my very first phone call to thee office to the last thank you and goodbye was seamless. The confirmation phone call the night before from Eric was very appreciated. Tyler in the office was incredibly helpful throughout the process. Communication and information throughout the process were excellent. The price and estimate were very fair and I got such quality work. I’m so thankful for their conscientious attention to detail. Knowing our home is now beautifully up-to-date with state of the art retrofitting gives us great peace of mind. Thank you very much to everyone at Foundation Work, especially this wonderful on-site team!

19:39 30 Oct 25

The team from Foundation Works did a great job on my home. From the outset Juan came out and provided a thorough inspection. He crawled under the house and climbed to every corner to get a good look at everything. He took pictures and prepared a detailed analysis and a comprehensive report with detailed recommendations. He was patient and came out more than once to help me narrow down the scope of the project. In the end we settled on a scope I was happy with. The crew that came to do the work (Todd, Ernesto, and Ramon) did a great job. They were in and out in 1 1/2 days with little fuss. They left the work area clean and they were very easy to communicate with throughout the project. All in all this was a very pleasant experience!

02:22 18 Oct 25

If I could give The Foundation Works more than five stars, I absolutely would. From start to finish, this company set the bar for professionalism, communication, and quality of work.

We first contacted them for an inspection (at the direction of a good friend who had a great experience with them), which was not only very reasonably priced but also impressively thorough. The inspector didn’t just glance at the foundation; they actually drew a detailed sketch of our entire structure and walked us through each area of concern. They also took plenty of photos so we could clearly see what was happening beneath the surface. By the end of that first visit, we felt informed, reassured, and confident we were in good hands.

Once we decided to move forward, The Foundation Works handled everything, including pulling permits, coordinating with the city, and keeping us updated each step of the way. Eric, the foreman, led the crew with total professionalism and clear communication. Chris B., Andres, Keith, and Danny V. were hardworking, respectful, and incredibly courteous while on site. Every day, they arrived on time, worked efficiently, and made sure our property stayed tidy throughout the process.

What really stood out to me was how seamless the experience felt. The office staff and accounts payable team were equally outstanding, friendly, responsive, and fair. It is rare to find a company where every department communicates so well, but The Foundation Works truly delivers that level of coordination.

After the work was completed, they provided a comprehensive repair report that was clear, easy to understand, and included photos of the completed work. They even took the initiative to coordinate with city inspectors to ensure everything was up to code, and all we had to do was sign one simple form.

The Foundation Works took what could have been a stressful and complex project and made it smooth and transparent from start to finish. I would recommend them without hesitation to anyone, including friends, neighbors, and family members.

01:19 14 Oct 25

The Foundation Works is the real deal! We talked with a couple of different foundation companies and honestly couldn’t tell who to trust. Then Jose Z. (inspector) came out and gave us an honest, detailed assessment. He said our foundation was in pretty good shape — just a few cosmetic cracks — and that all we really needed was a retrofit. He even crawled under the house, mapped out the entire foundation, and walked me through everything he found. That level of care and transparency was already far beyond what any other inspector had done.

If the inspection was that thorough, I could only imagine how good the actual work would be — and the crew didn’t disappoint. Eric (foreman), Chris B., Todd, Keith, and Andres came out for the job and absolutely nailed it. They were professional, respectful, and finished everything in just two days.

The only downside is that now our foundation is in such great shape, I might never need their services again! But I’ll definitely be recommending them to anyone who does. Truly an outstanding experience from start to finish.

14:23 23 Sep 25

We had some repairs to a damaged beam in crawlspace that required two new piers and some sistering. The crew was managed by Eric and they did a great job dealing with tough access and some other challenges in excavating for new pier. They communicated really well through out the job and left the area clean and tidy after finishing.

23:37 12 Sep 25

Foundation Works is excellent! The price is fair and the work is thorough. Guillermo’s crew including Derick, Henry, and Julio were incredible!! They are trustworthy, reliable, and very competent. The guys were always prompt every morning and fixed our foundation very well and efficiently. I appreciate all of their hard work and will definitely go to them again if we need help.

Jocelyn Harrison

19:23 01 Sep 25

We had an excellent experience with The Foundation Works. We chose them from the Earthquake Brace and Bolt website directory when we were having our home retrofitted using the grant from CA EBB. We chose them for their hundreds of 5 star reviews. They did not disappoint. The Foundation Works team is professional in every way, always timely in their actions and responses. They took care of all the paperwork and walked us through everything we needed to do. They made the process for easy for us. Their work was excellent, complete. This is a team of professionals and their pricing was reasonable. So grateful for the service they provided.

22:55 22 Aug 25

I had foundation repair and earthquake retrofitting done recently, and I couldn't be happier with the experience. Eric (the foreman) did an excellent job keeping everything on track and communicating clearly about each step of the project. Ernesto, Nick, and Bryan were all hardworking, professional, and respectful throughout the entire process.

The crew showed up on time, worked efficiently, and made sure everything was done right. They also took the time to explain what they were doing and answer all my questions, which gave me a lot of peace of mind. The quality of their work really shows, and I feel so much more confident about the safety and stability of my home now.

I highly recommend Eric and his team if you're looking for a trustworthy crew for foundation fixes or earthquake retrofitting. They did a fantastic job from start to finish

17:26 05 Aug 25

Ernesto and his team retrofitted my house for earthquakes. They arrived on time and completed the work as scheduled. The crew was professional and did an excellent job, even though working in the crawl space was difficult and hot. Ernesto was patient, highly knowledgeable, and demonstrated great leadership. I would definitely recommend them and use their services again.

Christopher Heirwegh

17:52 02 Aug 25

We received a recommendation to use this company from a friend and we were just as pleased as him with the outcome. The Foundation Works crew, Danny, Eric, Keith Travis and Chris B. were professional, pleasant to talk to and did a great job all around. Our earthquake brace and bolt (EBB) job and additional fixes to beams and posts was done expediently over two days only. The company administration also handled our EBB rebate application efficiently and with minimal input required from us. Great company all around.

17:27 31 Jul 25

I am extremely happy that I called Foundation Works. Everyone there was a pleasure to work with: Matt (inspector), Cameron and Shaine (scheduling), Eric (foreman), and Danny, Keith, Travis and Chris (the crew). They were professional, thorough and did a wonderful job fixing a lot of issues under my house. I cannot recommend them enough!

21:06 25 Jul 25

I've used Foundation Works twice now, once to shore up some issues underneath my house when I first purchased it a year ago, and most recently to complete the EBB brace and bolt service to prevent against any issues with earthquakes. I've been nothing but impressed with their team since day one. Very communicative, proactive, and courteous all the way. Matt, my inspector, was punctual and super helpful. Guillermo and his crew of Andy, Carlos, and Derrick did the recent brace and bolt over a day and a half of solid work, and were a delight. We just passed inspection with the city of Burbank this morning, so I'm leaving this review. I would recommend them highly to anyone needing help with their home.

01:17 16 Jul 25

We initially contacted The Foundation Works, based on all their positive reviews and now we're happy to post another one! This is a really well run company. After reading about the California Brace and Bolt grant program, we contacted The Foundation Works because they were on the preferred list for the program, and they sent Matthew to inspect our home and to explain the whole process to us. He actually went under the house, took lots of pictures and then showed us several options for the work we could get done, including applying for the brace and bolt grant. All of this was done at no charge to us. We then applied and were fortunate, after several months of waiting, to be accepted for the grant of $3,000 toward the cost of retrofitting our 75 year old house, as well as a 25% discount on our earthquake insurance! During that time The Foundation Works stayed in touch with us. Once we were finally accepted for the grant, the entire process was quite easy. We contacted The Foundation Works again and they did all the preliminary leg work, including securing permits. Then we were able to actually schedule the work, including some extra repairs that we wanted for the aging foundation. In less that a week the job foreman, Eric, showed up with his crew, Danny, Travis and Keith, all super nice guys. The amount of equipment that they brought with them was amazing! These guys are serious! Under the house they all went and they worked their butts off for about a day and a half. It was very noisy but we didn't care! They cleaned up everything nicely and we would be happy to have any one of those guys stop by for a cold drink anytime! Now we have a home that is equipped with the latest technology in earthquake protection, the State of California is paying a nice chunk of the cost and we are saving 25% on earthquake insurance! Thanks guys!!

Marshall Kaufman

04:43 15 Jul 25

Eric (foreman), along with his team Danny, Travis, Keith, and Chris, did an outstanding job on our foundation repair. They worked hard, efficiently, and completed the project faster than expected. The foundation came out great and we are very happy with their work—highly recommend.

14:50 11 Jul 25

I recently purchased new home, but upon inspection found out that the foundation had several problems I started looking for vendors and eventually found the foundation works. They were quick and responsive and handled all my concerns and questions efficiently Erick the foreman, Ernesto, Nick, Brian, and Gabriel came to my house and finished all of the work in one day. They were professional, clean, and efficient with their time. Great company to work with Erick was especially great to work with communicating details throughout the whole process.

Bandele Oguntomilade

22:15 10 Jul 25

Excellent company. Owner is Pelletier who is a wonderful person. Inspector Kent Romero is very honest and knowledgeable foundation expert. They have worked on may foundation 3 times over the last 20 years and they do very good work! I highly recommend Foundation Works!

Wally H (WallyH777)

20:43 27 Jun 25

The Foundation Works is a top notch company. From the time I contacted them for my EBB project to the actual retrofitting, their staff and crew were professional, prompt, and pleasant. The crew that performed the job (Eric, Ernesto, Nick, and Bryan) were on time and completed the job in one day. I would highly recommend their service.

17:07 25 Jun 25

We had foundation works do the foundation inspection prior to buying our home recently. We decided to go with them for the execution of the necessary repairs. They were clear in highlighting what was repair vs upgrade and the team of Marquis, Jonathan and Nathan were excellent in getting the work done efficiently and on time. Great work guys!

Danie Streisand

18:40 09 Jun 25

The guys were very thorough. They arrived on time, respected our family, worked very hard, and attended to every detail. We felt safe with them around, and we feel safer in our home now too. They also walked us through the entire process at the end as well, helping to educate us on all that was done. We would definitely with foundation works and this team again. Recommend!

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19:18 12 May 25

Crew did a great job over the two and a half days they were here. Extremely professional as far as explaining what they would be doing (and when); extremely considerate in regards to keeping things clean and orderly. they made sure to impose on my family as little as possible during the process.
Mike was absolutely fantastic: always available to update us and answer any questions. Travis too was a star! Would highly recommend this crew to anyone interested in securing the foundation of their home.

16:57 08 May 25

Foundation Works did an excellent job on our seismic retrofit. The team was professional, efficient, and clearly knew what they were doing. Shawn, Eric, Keith, Matt, and Danny kept us informed throughout the process and left everything clean and tidy. We now feel much safer in our home and highly recommend them for any foundation work.

18:36 29 Apr 25

Outstanding praise goes to the Foundation Works team and staff for their attention to detail during our entire Retrofit process.

After finally being approved by EBB, we decided to go with the inspection performed by Danny Scott ( the Foundation Works) who explained to my wife and I in great detail and answered all our questions the work required to safely secure our home in meeting CEA Brace and Bolt standards. Danny also promptly answered all my texts and followed-up to ensure we were satisfied once the project was completed until final inspection.

On the administrative side, and for those who go unnoticed behind the desks, special thanks to Cameron, Anahit, and Miami for assisting us in ensuring the paperwork was completed in a timely manner, including billing, work scheduling, and EBB required steps.

Finally, to Guillermo Hernandez’s team, including Mike, Leo, and Travis who tirelessly executed the work throughout the day making sure all remedial repairs were completed as outlined in our contract and the Retrofit (Earthquake Brace and Bolt) met or exceeded their standards. Great work!

I highly recommend “The Foundation Works” to all who expect exceptional foundation work being done to your home from beginning to end.

00:29 29 Apr 25

So happy with the excellent work done on my foundation. And special thanks to the team.:
Eric (Foreman), Shawn, Danny, Ernesto, Keith, Jesse and Gabriel. The work was completed in a professional and timely way. They cleaned up at the end of each day. ,The team was so helpful and kind to me as well.
So glad I chose Foundation Works.
Lori Watson

20:05 23 Apr 25

Foundation Works retrofitted my 1940's house about 7 years ago and it has stood solid during the past minor earthquakes. I highly recommend Foundation Works. They give a comprehensive estimate, arrive on time, stick to the schedule, photograph all of their work and clean up after themselves. Excellent company.

22:55 10 Apr 25

The guys at Foundation Works were amazing. Right from the initial consultation, Matt was very detailed in the approach to install additional posts and beams to the floor and repair the concrete foundation cracks. His proposal was very detailed and showed exactly what they were going to do and the price for each part of the works. The almost 100 year house in Los Feliz needed some attention and the Foundation Works team gave their best to raise floors in the centre of the house and next to a large front window. Great work! Our thanks to the two supervisors, Eric and Eric, and the great crew of Chris, Kieth, Danny and Bryan. The worked hard for a week, cleaned up completely and completed a great job. We had quotes from others but Foundation Works were reasonably priced and detailed in their approach. Thank you!

02:19 19 Mar 25

The Foundation Works works!! I couldn’t imagine a better company to work with. I’m a very busy parent with an extremely tight schedule, caring for three on my own, and I thought retrofitting was beyond my time and budget. Foundation made it all so easy, and we were able to get this old 1939 house retrofitted. When the reviews say they do everything, they really do. There were a few minor tasks that the government program I applied to forced me to do, or they probably would have done it all! The team was efficient, clearly explained everything, and got it all done on time and within the constraints of my crazy schedule. Thank you, The Foundation Works - please teach other companies your customer service practices!!

Marissa Bernstel Coates

00:01 22 Feb 25

We just had our EBB retrofit done by The Foundation Works and are super happy with the entire process! The work was reasonably priced, took about a day to do, and passed the city inspection with no problem for our EBB grant. Shout out to Eric, Shawn, Michael, Ernesto and Jesse for their quality hard work brace and bolting our foundation, and to the administrative assistants for uploading all the documents to the EBB page. I highly recommend The Foundation Works for a painless and well done EBB retrofit.

George Chatigny

23:10 15 Jan 25

The Foundation Works team worked within my time schedule to have the project completed.
The communication from all their departments (inspection, scheduling, billing, city post inspection) was excellent.
I confidently recommend them.

Paula Franceschi

02:34 15 Jan 25

When we recently put our 90+ year old Hollywood Hills Spanish on the market, it was essential to have an accurate read on the condition of the foundation. You did an efficient, thorough, and knowledgeable assessment, which greatly assisted in the sale. Thanks!

21:05 10 Jan 25

I highly recommend using The Foundation Works for an earthquake retrofit. I had an excellent experience from beginning to end. Juan was super nice, very thorough and set up the initial inspection almost immediately. The team submitted all the documentation including building permit quickly. On the day of the retrofit, Eric, Ernesto, Shawn, Michael and Diego showed up on time with great attitudes and completed the work exactly as described and on-time. Overall, a great experience.

18:51 03 Jan 25

I was very impressed with Eric and his crew (Michael, Diego, Shawn, & Ernesto). They arrived on time for the job and they were friendly and professional with each of them introducing themselves to me prior to starting. They were efficient and thorough with their work finishing ahead of schedule. The before and after photos also made me feel at peace knowing how much safer my home is thanks to the quality of work they provided.

Todd Mortensen

00:22 11 Nov 24

I recently hired Foundation Works for some critical foundation repair, and I couldn’t be more impressed with the service. Eric, Will, and Shawn were a fantastic team—each demonstrating professionalism, efficiency, and expertise. The work was completed faster than I expected, without sacrificing quality. They were clearly focused on getting the job done, but what really stood out was how respectful they were of the areas they weren’t working on. They made sure to protect my landscaping and nearby structures, leaving everything in great shape once they were finished.

It’s rare to find a team that balances speed and precision with such attention to detail, and I’m truly grateful for the care they took in every step of the process. If you need foundation work, I highly recommend Foundation Works—Eric, Will, and Shawn are the team you want on the job!

Sara Fox DeRemer

18:10 08 May 24

The Foundation Works team was excellent to work with. I collected 3 different bids for my Earthquake Brace and Bolt grant and the Foundation Works was by far the most thorough. The inspector spent an hour on my inspection and bid, while others were in and out in less than 10 mins. They pointed out cracks, termite damage, and presented me with a map of my crawl space, as well as options on how best to move forward. They were priced competitively and I appreciated the full scope of work outlined in a report.

After approving the bid, the work was scheduled quickly and was done within a week. The team was very knowledgeable and professional. The communication was excellent throughout the time working with them. I would highly recommend their services to anyone in need.

Top-Rated Soft Story Retrofit Contractor in Los Angeles County

Several cities across Los Angeles County including Burbank, the City or Los Angeles, Santa Monica, Pasadena, and Culver City, to name a few, have passed mandatory soft story retrofitting ordinances to assist in keeping tenants and property owners safe. Many ordinances require most pre-1978 wood-frame Soft-Story buildings and non-ductile concrete buildings to be seismically retrofitted.

Without proper strengthening, these vulnerable buildings may be subjected to structural failure during and after an earthquake.

The Foundation Works has our own Engineering Dept. and multiple teams dedicated to your Soft Story retrofit projects including our own in-house stucco repair team. Contact our team to schedule an inspection to see if your soft story building is in need of a retrofit.

We have the skilled technical expertise to handle any of your foundation problems.

Inspection
Report

The day of the inspection, we will answer your questions enough to satisfy and alleviate any concerns. We then e-mail you the results of the inspection within 24-48 hrs in the form of a narrative called the “Summary of Findings.”

Foundation
Repair

Our foundation repairs include spot treatment of the foundation itself, any structural issues, floor leveling, soft-story retrofitting, seismic improvements, as well as partial or full replacement, if warranted.

Foundation Replacement

There are times when a foundation is simply at the end of its service life. In that instance, we will perform replacement or creation of a sister foundation. This includes replacing the concrete, stone, or masonry foundation in its entirety.

Earthquake Preparedness

We perform full seismic retrofitting (“house bolting”) to current standards. We also perform corrections of incorrectly performed or antiquated bolting jobs in order to help protect your home from future seismic activity.

Additions, Remodels, and ADU Plans

Are you looking to do a garage conversion, remodel or add a free-standing addition to your home? You’ll need a professionally drafted plan. We offer full engineering plans for home remodels, additions and accessory dwelling units (ADUs).

Foundation Home Repair

Common Issues

When assessing whether your foundation needs repair, a recommended step is to contact a reputable foundation repair company. During a foundation inspection, the foundation company will assess your home’s interior, exterior, and space beneath your house. Below are a few signs indicating that your foundation may need to be repaired or replaced. Homeowners in the Los Angeles area can schedule a free foundation inspection with The Foundation Works.

Residential Foundation Repair Services Los Angeles, CA

STICKING DOORS

Problems with opening your windows or doors could be caused by the settling or shifting of your foundation.

UNLEVEL FLOORS

Floors that sag, bounce, or are unleveled, are an indication that the support system underneath them—your foundation—may be weak or failing.

CRACKING WALLS

One of the tell-tale signs of foundation issues is cracking of the walls, particularly adjacent to windows and doors.

EXPANSIVE SOIL

Soil that is saturated and then dries, in a never-ending cycle, is about the worst thing to allow to happen adjacent to your footings.

About The Foundation Works

Los Angeles Foundation Repair

The Foundation Works was founded in 2003 by Tom Pelletier. Before starting the company, Tom made his living as a home inspector for many years, inspecting thousands of properties and their foundations. While performing home inspections, he discovered a trend—most of the foundations he inspected (85% by survey)—had sub-standard bolting jobs, and elements of other low-quality workmanship. This meant that most of the homes he inspected were not as safe as they could be if an earthquake occurred.

He realized that the physical restrictions of customer access to the foundation area coupled with a lack of skilled technical delivery in the industry led to a decrease of reliable workmanship that typically went unchecked. Out of this discovery and the desire to raise the industry standard, The Foundation Works was born.

Our team of professionals includes a dedicated office staff, skilled Field Supervisors, a Quality Control Supervisor, Foremen, Foundation Inspectors, and an Engineering Department. Have questions? We’re standing by.

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