Photo Album: Seismic Retrofit and Everlast Crawl Space Door Install in Carson, Ca
A home in Carson, Ca. was built on a raised foundation. In order to avoid the potential for extreme earthquake damage, the home was bolted to the foundation via UFP plates. An Everlast door was installed at the crawl space entrance to keep out pests and other intrusions.
Level Base for Everlast Crawl Space Door
Framing for placement of the door.
UFP Plates to Bolt Home to Foundation
We bolted the home's framing to raised concrete foundation.
Signs of Water Damage in Carson Crawl Space
The crawl space showed efflorescence and other signs of moisture intrusion.
Two Adjoining Foundation Walls Bolted in Carson
Bolted the home's framing to raised concrete foundation.
Closeup of UFP Plate for Seismic Retrofit in Carson
Saber bolted the home's framing to raised concrete foundation.
Final Result of Everlast Door Install
Entrance to crawl space sealed with Everlast Door. Can be accessed by the homeowner in future.
UFP Plate Bolted Behind Piping
Saber bolted the home's framing to raised concrete foundation.
Crawl Space Entrance at Start of Project
No reliable door to keep out pests and other intrusions.
