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California Building Innovations

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‘21 Certificate of Excellence, 2021

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We at California Building Innovations are committed to helping you make your properties and foundations secure.

With a combined experience of over 65 years, our staff of contractors and structural engineers are here to assist you in keeping your properties soft-story and earthquake retrofit compliant.

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31 October 2022

Fair review (not a bad review)

1. ADU Project was promised to be done in 6 months, it got delayed (COVID & 10 other excuses they can come up with) and eventually never finished. See pictures- this is what they finished in 8 months.
2. Left project unfinished with partial floors, unfinished kitchen & bath, cracking stucco, missing roof , open trench and trash all over the place (see pictures)
3. There are weeks when no crew would showed up and I received no communication from company.
4. After collecting deposit, owner Raul visited the project once (to collect $$$) , project manager Anthony Visited 4-5 times over span of 8 months.
5. Raul (owner) and Anthony (project manager) Will not return numerous phone calls or text messages, but they will be calling you when Payment is due and ask for money ahead of schedule.
6. Contract had to be terminated for failure to perform.

I highly Recommend this company,
IF YOU want your ADU or construction project NOT be completed, or to go over budget , or if prefer contractors who don’t show up, make broken promises and don’t answer your calls/text.
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6 January 2020

The massive tree in the neighbors yard severely lifted and broke our driveway, making it unusable. I solicited multiple bids for the repair and selected CBI because the estimate was fairly priced, the paperwork properly completed and John explained the work process clearly and committed to hands on oversight of the project. The work started on time and John was always available when I needed to contact him as we made a few changes to the scope of the work and had to deal with torrential rain and house access issues while the concrete was drying. The workers were punctual, considerate and did excellent work. We now have a fine driveway. I highly recommend CBI. More...

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15 February 2019

It was time for me to remodel my kitchen.I got in contact with Jon and he took the time to come over and display The material California building innovations uses to remodel kitchens. They also managed to open up the wall from the kitchen to the living room so that way I can entertain my guest while cooking. Let me tell you, I didn't think that one wall could make such a big difference, but it's nice to have a bar top and be able to see throughout my house. Thank you Jon and California building innovations I love my new kitchen. More...

Reviewed on Yelp

14 February 2019

First and foremost, I'd like to thank Jon for educating me on my foundation bolting. I had multiple contractor's come to my house and just give me a price without showing me the procedure. California Building Innovations set a schedule for me and exceeded my expectations. They were competitively priced and after reading every one's opinions I went with California Building Innovations, thanks guys. More...

Reviewed on Yelp

26 June 2018

Great experience with Raul and Anthony . I do not review often but these guys deserve the credit . These guys are very professional and got the job done fast and clean . I was skeptical at first because their bid came in much lower then all other contractors . After all inspections passed , all I can say is thank you for the great work. More...

Reviewed on Yelp

7 November 2017

We hired Cal Building Innovations for an extensive retrofit and some additional foundation work. We considered numerous bids before choosing a contractor and CBI was not the lowest bid but was the most fair in terms of the extent of the work they recommended. They did not want to cut corners like some of the other contractors I met with. In the end, the most important 3 things: 1) They came in on budget. 2) they passed inspection, even though it was more rigorous than initially anticipated 3) their employees were very professional and tidy. Our payment was a bit more complicated because the work was partially-funded by California EBB program. Even though the program is extra paperwork and time, Raul was good at following up and we got approved for the funds. I'd hire them again and I already recommended them to a friend. More...

Reviewed on Yelp

25 September 2017

Raul and his team were one of the first to respond to my inquiry about retrofitting.  I really liked their knowledge and honesty as well as promptness which is hard to do in LA.  They will start retrofitting my super old 1930's house this Wednesday and finished within 3 days.  They emailed me before and after pictures as well as made a video which I sent to my insurance company.  They were very neat and cleaned up each night when they left.  I would definitely recommend Raul and his team.   I received another similar quote from another company but they showed up late and fluffed a few of their materials in their quote so I didn't go with them and I'm glad.  Thanks CBI! More...

Reviewed on Yelp

21 August 2017

Raul and his team from California Building Innovation are amazing! Raul was so professional from the first time meeting with him, and throughout the whole project. His team worked hard everyday, and got the whole project done in just three weeks! He went above and beyond to make sure we were informed throughout the whole process and happy with the results. They built a sister foundation for our two story house, showed us pictures of everything that was done, and even made us a cool video of the project! We are so happy that we went with Raul and his team, we are very satisfied customers. We feel safe and secure now with our brand new sister foundation! I highly recommend California Building Innovation for your foundation needs! More...

Reviewed on Yelp

19 August 2017

Could not agree more with the reviews already posted. Invited several firms to bid; Raul Rodriguez was the only one who was prompt in all phases of consultation and bidding, and showed up as promised (a few minutes before scheduled ) with his team. All workers (3 on this job) knowledgeable and left each day with materials neatly stored. We were in the middle of the most recent heat wave, but they went under the house as promised, without hesitation. Job finished without delays, Raul was present much of the time to keep job on track, very reassuring. Happy to recommend. More...

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Q&As

We offer free inspections and estimates! Give our office a call and we would be happy to send our Garage conversion specialist out to give you a quote on your new project.

We have been in business for 17 years and we have a combined experience of 60 plus years in the field of general construction.

Certified Inspectors
Our professional inspectors are certified and approved by the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors (NACHI)

FEMA-Approved
We have been trained and certified by FEMA to help Los Angeles property owners receive retrofitting grants.

Industry Expertise
Our team is trusted for its combined experience of over 65 years in the soft-story retrofit, foundation repair, and structural industry.

While we primarily service Los Angeles county properties and are most familiar with the rules and regulations from Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety (LADBS), we are able to serve most of Southern California, including Orange County, Riverside County, San Diego County, and more.

All-in-One Solution
We provide all engineering, designing, and contracting, in addition to all necessary coordination with the Los Angeles county and all of Southern California for your needs.

Commercial & Residential
We work with real estate agents, investment firms, structural engineers, property managers, lawyers, and homeowners to bring our services to those in need.

Certified Inspectors
Our professional inspectors are certified and approved by the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors (InterNACHI).

FEMA-Approved
We have been trained and certified by FEMA to help property owners in Los Angeles and surrounding areas receive retrofitting grants.

Industry Expertise
Our team of contractors, engineers, and inspectors is trusted for its combined experience of over 65 years in the industry.

Customer Service
We’re always available to meet your needs, whether that includes a free on-site inspection, exclusive financing options, or answering questions about our services. The people we work with are trustworthy, personable, and determined to provide you the best solution possible!

Services

WHY CONCRETE WALKWAYS
SINK AND CRACK?
One of the major causes of uneven concrete is due to shifting soil, which is very common throughout all of Southern California. The drought makes this problem even worse, while El Nino is another contributing factor to unstable soil. Foam concrete leveling is the perfect solution to cracks and sunken concrete. Other methods may risk making the issues worse by increasing the weight over already-compromised soil. California Building Innovations will help you save money and achieve the best results.

REPAIR THAT UNEVEN
CONCRETE AROUND YOUR POOL
If your pool is where you and your family are spending your summer then you’ll want to ensure your pool deck is safe from trip hazards. If your pool deck is experiencing any damage, drainage issues, or uneven concrete we have the solutions to make your pool deck ADA compliant. California Building Innovations will fix existing flaws, and upgrade the look of your pool deck. A solution is as easy as concrete leveling with Polyurethane foam. Lifting concrete with Polyurethane foam is cost effective, quick and easy and can be completed within minutes. Lifting concrete eliminates any potential tip hazards and uneven concrete by safely and effectively leveling out uneven slabs. Before assessing the initial damage, you must determine the cause of the issue to prevent any additional damage in the future. If you have a pool deck in need of repairs, call California Building Innovations for a safe, quick and easy solution.(800) 661-7418

VARIOUS PROBLEMS
ONE SOLUTION
Does your driveway have uneven concrete? In some cases, due to age, natural disasters or even poor drainage, you may require foundation repair. In other cases, your driveway can be saved from a simple foam concrete leveling. Letting your foundation grow weaker with cracks and breaks will pose a major risk to your building and may end up costing you a fortune down the road. Southern California homeowners and property managers trust California Building Innovations for all their driveway needs. For more information or to get started with our driveway services, click here to contact us today or call us now at (800) 661-7418.

MAKING AN ENTRANCE
AND PREVENTING A TRIP HAZARD!
Curb appeal can have a drastic difference in the value of your home. What better way to enhance your home than a beautiful custom walkway along the side of your home. Cracked, uneven and broken walkways can become an expensive burden to both you, and your guests. By assessing the situation, CBI can properly eliminate any risk of injury by becoming ADA compliant and ensuring a smooth surface for individuals to walk on. California Building Innovations is the company you can trust for dependable, high-quality and long-lasting results. California Building Innovations takes the time to focus on the little details to ensure your new custom walkway matches your existing structures. As top quality concrete contractor specialists, we specialize in a wide range of concrete jobs. No job is too small or big, we have solutions to all your needs. California Building Innovations can help you turn your home in to what you want it to be. Call now to schedule your free estimate.

POLYURETHANE FOAM
A MUDJACKING ALTERNATIVE
Did you know that Polyurethane Concrete Lifting is cheaper, eco-friendly, and higher density alternative to mudjacking? Mudjacking is a well-known solution for lifting uneven concrete slabs. Recent technology has emerged utilizing polyurethane foam rather than a mud-cement mixture. Mudjacking does not address the underlying issue of soil settlement and is messy and can be extremely disruptive to your home. Each 100lbs sqft of mudjacking material is the equivalent to only 2lbs sqft of polyurethane foam. Our Polyurethane requires a smaller injection site, is lightweight, eco-friendly, affordable and more cost effective, stabilizes the soil settlement and is waterproof.

If you're interested in learning more about the better alternative to mudjacking, call California Building Innovations today to schedule a free estimate! (800) 661-7418

DAMAGED GARAGE FLOOR?
OLD CONCRETE AND LEVELING PROBLEMS?
Are you in need of a new garage floor? Is your garage floor experiencing cracking, chipping or even sunken slabs on concrete? California Building Innovations is here to fix your garage flooring issues and present you with a solution to prevent any cracking issues in the future. Garage floors takes more daily abuse than any other floor in the home, and garage floors are exposed to materials and liquids that may contribute to concrete deterioration. Temperature shifts can also put stress on your concrete garage floor causing cracks or foundation issues. California Building Innovations offers free estimates to property assess the underlying issue of your sunken or cracked garage flooring. During your free estimate your concrete specialist will assess if your garage flooring will require only repairs or if it is recommended to replace the concrete garage floor completely. We offer 0% financing with no payment down and low monthly payments to make replacing your garage flooring affordable and budget friendly for every individual. Call now to schedule your free estimate.

TRIP HAZARDS REPAIR
RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL
The Earth’s soils are constantly shifting and expanding as they adept to changing temperatures, drought conditions and excess moisture. When all environmental factors come into play, the conditions often result in sinking concrete, settlement or some sort of breakage. Uneven surfaces can result in dangerous trip hazards and pose multiple threats in terms of public safety and a potential liability for property management companies, commercial, public property owners, as well as HOA’s, and municipalities. Grinding away concrete is unattractive as well as makes the slabs weaker over time will pose higher risks of breaking and needing replacement in the future. Polyurethane Foam is inserted below the concrete slab to lift and create an even surface. By lifting sunken concrete you’re able to eliminate any trip hazards and be in compliance with the ADA standards. California Building Innovation’s solution to sunken concrete using Polyurethane Foam is ECO-friendly, cost effective as well as fact and clean with an attractive overall finish that is achieved within one day.

Do you have a cliff or hill on your property that is quickly eroding and it’s starting to damage your home? California Building innovations offers the best solution for cliff and hillside stabilization and foundation repair. Hillside stabilization and foundation repairs protect your hillside home form destruction from unstable foundations and soil. Many homes in the Los Angeles and Orange Counties have beautiful views but are still in major need of hillside stabilization.

Rainwater and erosion can chip away at the edge of cliffs and hills causing homes to become unstable and eventually uninhabitable. If your home is older and lacks proper foundation to survive on a hillside, your home will be susceptible to sliding and possible damage to your homes infrastructure and foundation. There are multiple measures you can take to prevent any damage to your home as well as stabilizing the soil to reduce any risks in the future. Polyurethane Foam can help stabilize any hill and reduce the risk of further damage to your home.

EFFECTIVE WALL REPAIRS
FROM EXPERIENCED SPECIALIST
Seawalls can be compromised in many different ways, but the most frequent issue is from the loss of reinforcement from supported soils behind the seawall itself. California Building Innovations offers a simple solution called Polyurethane Foam injection for seawall repairs. The foam replaces soil loss or settlement along the seawall to create reinforcement. If you are in need of a retaining wall or a deep foam injection, our experienced teams of professionals have proven multiple methods of quality solutions. Seawalls, no matter how well constructed, are subjected to constant stress from waves, water flow, storms, erosion and Mother Nature herself. California Building Innovations offers cost-effective and safe solutions to repair your seawall.

RESTORE AIRPORT TARMAC
TO ITS ORIGINAL STATE
Keeping our nation’s airports operating system safe and efficient is important to our countries infrastructures economy. California Building Innovations is prepared with a concrete lifting solution that is one of the most cost effective and innovative solutions to upholding excellent service within their communities. Because concrete settlement is a common occurrence and it can cause significant damage, such as safety hazards from unlevel surfaces on the runway and tarmac to displaced and cracked concrete. Traditional methods of replacing and repairing concrete create unnecessary downtime that is vital to an airports operating system and customer service. Instead of replacing concrete slabs on the runway or tarmac, Polyurethane foam can be injected beneath the slabs to fill voids, stabilize soil and lift concrete.

RAISED CONCRETE REPAIR
RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL
Do you have a slab of concrete on your property that is uneven, creating potential trip hazards and not compliant to ADA standards? Inserting a material beneath the concrete called Polyurethane Foam can help level out concrete slabs and create a solution for uneven trip hazards. California Building Innovations is the only company in Southern California that uses eco-friendly polyurethane foam that is made from over 40% of recycled materials. We care about our environment as well as using green materials that are manufactured in the U.S.A. Polyurethane foam is inexpensive and exponentially faster than replacing or repairing concrete. Leveling the raised concrete is safer and easier than you think. Call CBI today to schedule your free estimate. (800) 661-7418

POLYURETHANE FOAM
AN ALTERNATIVE TO CONCRETE REPLACEMENT
Did you know that Polyurethane Concrete Lifting is cheaper, eco-friendly, and higher density alternative to completely replacing your concrete? Concrete Replacement is a well-known solution for replacing uneven or damaged concrete slabs. Concrete Replacement does not address the underlying issue of soil settlement on its own and is messy and can be extremely disruptive to your home. Our Polyurethane requires a small injection site, is lightweight, eco-friendly, affordable and more cost effective, stabilizes the soil settlement and is waterproof. Polyurethane is a cheaper better alternative to concrete replacement. Call California Building Innovations today to schedule a free estimate! (800) 661-7418

POLYURETHANE FOAM
A CONCRETE GRINDING ALTERNATIVE
Did you know that Polyurethane concrete lifting is cheaper, eco-friendly, and a higher density alternative to concrete grinding? Concrete Grinding weakens the concrete and will create breakage, chips and cracks overtime. Concrete Grinding does not address any of the underlying soil settlement issues and the slabs will continue to sink further until the settlement is permanently addressed. By continuously grinding down concrete, you will eventually have to replace the entire slab of when there is nothing left to grind. Our Polyurethane requires a small injection site (5/8"), is lightweight, eco-friendly, affordable and more cost effective, stabilizes the soil settlement and is waterproof. Call California Building Innovations today to schedule a free estimate! (800) 661-7418


REPAIRING RETAINING WALLS
AN ALL-IN-ONE SOLUTION
Repairing concrete on the foundation of your home is one of the most economical ways to renovate your home and increase the overall property value. At California Building Innovations we ensure that the materials are high-quality, durable and affordable. Our highly experienced and professional team is here to help bring your vision to life while delivering high-quality results. California Building Innovations specializes in Polyurethane Foam Lifting and is California’s only business within the entire state that offers eco-friendly foam. Retaining walls are used for supporting and stabilizing soil laterally so it can be retained at different levels on both sides of the wall. Retaining walls are structurally designed to restrain soil that would be considered a slope and prevent the soil from loosely falling past the wall. Our team of contractors, engineers, and inspectors is trusted for its combined experience of over 65 years in the industry. California Building Innovations will help you save money and achieve the best results.

SUNKEN BASEMENT FLOOR?
There can be many factors which come into play that may result in a basement floor repair. Basements often face problems of dampness, moisture, mildew, mold, leaks cracks and damaged drains. Eliminating these issues with polyurethane foam lifting will repair the cracks and sunken floor within your basement. If there are multiple signs of damage to the concrete basement floor there may be a more serious underlying issue with the homes foundation. If your basement floor has shifted or has a consistent drastic change in temperatures cracking and breakage is almost inevitable. Injecting the high-density Polylevel Deep Foamjection to fill voids beneath the slab will consolidate weak soil while also raising settled slabs back to their original position. When a basement floor settles, the damage can manifest in multiple different ways. Structural damage can become an issue when walls pull away from other walls and doorframes and interior cracks form on the wall. If you are having issues with your concrete basement floor and need repairs, call California Building Innovations for a free estimate, today! (800) 661-7418

RESTORE YOUR INTERIOR SLAB
TO ITS ORIGINAL STATE
Do you have uneven or unleveled floors in your home? Do you have cracks or separations in your doorway? If so, it’s possible you may require interior slab leveling to restore your flooring. Concrete slabs sink and settle over time and allowing them to go unrepaired can eventually cause serious damage to the structural aspect of your home. If you have areas where sunken slabs have caused uneven surfaces creating trip hazards, inserting material called Polyurethane foam beneath the surface of the sunken slab will raise it and eliminate trip hazards while creating a lasting solution. Polyurethane foam is also environmentally safe, eco-friendly, affordable, waterproof and can be completed in the same day with a flawless finish and no down time. Sunken interior slabs can become a very noticeable issue with a very simple solution. If you have any sunken interior slabs in your home, call California Building Innovations for a free concrete lifting estimate.

DO YOU HAVE A TILTING SILO?
Do you have unstable soils underneath your settled silo or grain bin? Often time’s unstable soils can have a larger effect on silos, causing the foundation to tilt. California Building Innovation is equip with the highest quality tools, workmanship and knowledge to fix your damaged silo or grain bin. CBI understands silos and grain bins are large investments; don’t jeopardize them by overlooking repairs or small issues that may arise with the foundation. Catching issues when first spotted may end up saving thousands of dollars in repairs later on. If you are looking to repair your Silo Foundation, call our specialist at California Building Innovations to see how we can help you.