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Slope Failure Repair Options
Slope Failure Mitigation or Repair is not a one size fits all task. The materials to be used as well as the reinforcement design will be influenced by a myriad of factors such as the geology of the slope, the composition of the soil, the budget, the frequency of occurrence of natural phenomena like floods, earthquakes, hurricanes, etc, the amount … Continue reading
Indications of an Impending Slope Failure
Another important thing to know when dealing with slopes near your property are the common indications of an impending slope failure. This is because the more you know about the symptoms of an impending slope failure and the earlier you deal with the problem, the less your expenses will be. Moreover, this will also enable you to resolve or at … Continue reading
Common Causes of Slope Failure
To have an idea of where to begin the slope failure mitigation in your property, you must first take the time to understand the factors that leads to slope failure in the first place. After all, slope repair is not a one size fits all kind of solution. Each slope is different when it comes to geology, soil composition, vegetation … Continue reading
Slope Repair Basics: Great Los Angeles Floods
Beside the threat of a big earthquake, Southern California also has a history of destructive storms and along with it, floods, landslides, mudslides, etc. This threat is aggravated by the fact that a lot of homes in southern California are located on hillsides or steep slopes. To cite some examples: Los Angeles 1938, two storm systems from the Pacific battered … Continue reading
Concrete Cracks Caused by Omission or Workmanship
Sometimes concrete cracks are caused not by external factors or soil conditions but by poor or defective workmanship. In this type of situation, the defects or omitted elements sometimes cannot be seen through ocular inspection alone, as such you will need to make sure to hire a concrete crack professional to evaluate and recommend repair options for your concrete cracks. … Continue reading
