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Basement Construction: Everything You Need to Know Before You Build Basement

By |May 1st, 2024|Categories: Basement Construction|

Are you looking for extra living space in your Los Angeles home? While backyards and sprawling properties may come to mind, what about Basements? These underground spaces offer a unique opportunity to expand your living area without sacrificing precious above-ground space. […]

Los Angeles Seismic Retrofit Program

By |April 16th, 2024|Categories: Retrofitting|

Earthquakes pose a serious threat to many communities, especially those located in regions with high seismic activity in Los Angeles. To help protect homes and buildings from the devastating impacts of earthquakes, various seismic retrofit programs have been established by the California Governement. […]

Healthcare Facilities Design And Construction Trends (2024)

By |April 3rd, 2024|Categories: Construction, Commercial Construction|

Brick-and-mortar expansion remains a strategic priority for health systems, but the healthcare sector is in flux. Innovative and cost-effective solutions are paramount as the industry navigates post-pandemic realities, inflationary pressures, and rising labour costs. […]

LA City Release List of Apartments Need Earthquake Retrofitting

By |March 28th, 2024|Categories: Retrofitting|

The recent devastating earthquakes in Japan and Ecuador serve as powerful reminders that preparing for earthquake safety can mean the difference between life and death in Los Angeles. While stockpiling emergency supplies is crucial, ensuring the structures we live in are earthquake-resistant is equally important. […]

6,000 Buildings in LA May Require Earthquake Retrofitting – Is Your Building Safe?

By |March 26th, 2024|Categories: Retrofitting|

If your home or office building was constructed before 1996 in the Los Angeles area, your property may require seismic retrofitting to strengthen its resistance against earthquakes. Seismic retrofitting reinforces older buildings, making them better able to withstand seismic shaking and less likely to collapse or sustain damage. Depending on the building type, retrofitting fixes can include installing steel frames or beams, constructing new concrete walls, or repairing weak welded joints. […]

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5 Reasons You Should Consider ADU on Your Property

By |March 18th, 2024|Categories: Accessory Dwelling Unit|

Are you a homeowner feeling the squeeze of limited space? Or perhaps you’ve been eyeing that unused corner of your backyard, wondering how to make the most of it? Well, wait no more, because we’ve got the perfect solution for you – an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)! An ADU, also known as a granny flat, in-law suite, or backyard cottage, is a separate dwelling unit built on the same lot as your primary residence. […]

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