by amberm | Jun 27, 2019 | Permitting, Residential
Most cities and counties have a similar process for permitting. The time to complete permitting for each project varies, depending on how complicated the project is and where it is located – counties or larger cities can often take longer to process permits. Building...
by amberm | Mar 26, 2019 | Slope Stabilization
Slope instability is a common problem for property owners in the Pacific Northwest because our hilly, wet conditions provide the ideal conditions for a landslide. It is important to remain vigilant in investigating slopes on and around your property, so you can...
by amberm | Mar 20, 2019 | Slope Stabilization
Chances are, at some point you have built a retaining wall. It may have been as child when you used sticks to shore up a sand castle or as an adult while trying to edge your garden. Retaining walls are one of the most commonly built structures and they can be found...
by amberm | Mar 12, 2019 | Slope Stabilization
The Pacific Northwest provides the perfect conditions for landslides. Our naturally hilly terrain is often saturated with water from rain or runoff due to poor drainage and development. Sometimes, homeowners don’t realize that removing trees and vegetation from sloped...
by amberm | Jan 22, 2019 | Foundation Repair, Residential, Structural Engineering
Whether you’ve lived in your home for many years or you are preparing to purchase a property, it is important to understand that the safety and longevity of your structure are dependent on a healthy foundation. The foundation’s job is pretty simple. A proper...
