Alpha Structural, Inc.

Description of Work: I live in beautiful So. Cal., home of earthquakes. Many homes here sit on "Post-Tension Slabs". Without getting too technical, the slab has a number of "tendons" (steel re-bar) that is interlaced in the concrete slab to give it added compression (strength). I've lived in my home since it was built in 1997. Recently we noticed larger cracks develop in the garage, a fingernail or business card would slide in. Additionally, an add-on front porch area has sunk about 1/2 inch. I found Alpha Structural on Angie's List and was impressed by their reviews. I made an initial phone call on Monday and left a voice mail. Mercedes returned my call on Wednesday and apologized for the delay, they were using a new system. She asked me to take a few photos and email her. I sent her about a dozen pix covering both the garage and the porch on Thursday. The next day she called and stated she had a 20 minute conversation with their V.P. in Structural Engineering and explained that the cracks were of no structural concern, and that the front porch will continue to dip/slide due to the soil and moisture. She said it was not an issue now, but when it is raised enough to trip on it would need to be fixed. The porch fix may be 5,10, or 20 years down the road and cost will be minimal. Two issues removed from my honey-do list and at zero cost. Thanks to Alpha Structural and ,especially, Mercedes for their quick and informative response and easing of my mind. I highly recommend them.

Description of Work: Overall the company was great. The initial assessment, quote, down payment and engineering happened seamlessly. Alpha proposed a less evasive more economical sister-foundation. My only gripe is there was a lull with little communication before the work got started. However, once the work did start the team led by Marlon was amazing. We had a sister foundation installed with no disruption to our daily lives. The work was top quality, the team was courteous, and the job site was spotless. I have never had a contractor experience that was so incredibly easy and painless. I would recommend them whole heatedly.

Description of Work: They added some reinforcement to our foundation.

Description of Work: The company came out 2 weeks ago but I'm still waiting for a quote.

Description of Work: The man showed up exactly on time and was professional, clean, and friendly. He clearly explained the work that was needed. I had 3 bids for the same job and I went with the other company only because the price was lower.

Description of Work: just estimate.