Alpha Structural Inc. has been one of Southern California’s go-to companies for hillside and foundation repair for the past three decades. They are also the source of humorous but disturbing images of physical decline House and buildings.

Alpha Structural imgur page is a gift that keeps on giving. So, we’ve put together a new collection featuring cracked walls, foundation problems, and entire homes on the verge of collapsing.

Scroll through this list and see how these photos compare to photos we’ve previously published.

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#1

These walls, intended to support a hillside, consist of only framing and stucco, lacking the elements necessary for a retaining wall such as rebar, proper foundation, and concrete to provide adequate support to hold the soil. As a result, the wall has now collapsed.

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#2

This photo from the top of the wall shows the stairs which are also starting to fail because they have lost the support on which they rest.

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#3

The force of the landslide destroyed the back wall, allowing mud to enter almost every room. Including the bathroom… oh my.

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#4

This chaotic framing could be mistaken for abstract art.

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#5

These stalactites are found in structures below the ground surface. Stalactites form gradually over time as water seeps through cracks in the ceiling, carrying dissolved minerals that build up and create these formations.

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#6

Post-and-dock final boss.

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#7

At least the statue was there to save the situation. All we can say is that it’s something you don’t see every day.

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#8

This is an unconventional approach to posts and piers. Using bricks instead of posts and piers is just an improvement to fill the gap. This may temporarily hold things together, but does not address the core issue of not having proper support for the home.

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#9

You can see this wall has been damaged by spalling and the reinforcement has been exposed. Spalling refers to areas of concrete that are cracking and peeling away from the underlying layer.

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#10

Landslides in Portugal Bend—an area of ​​Rancho Palos Verdes—have been occurring for more than 30 years. This area is known for significant ground movement problems.

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#11

Another day, another landslide.

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#12

Heavy rains triggered a series of landslides in our area, resulting in numerous calls for help. That TV…

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#13

These retaining walls experience significant hydrostatic pressure from groundwater on the hillsides they support.

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#14

This will be a major cleanup effort.

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#15

Last week we highlighted the significant ground movement issue at Portuguese Bend. The thick torn concrete paving in the area is further evidence of this.

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#16

Here you can see that the house now also shows various other signs of damage, such as misaligned doors and windows.

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#17

The landslide hit the house below. Homes located at the lower end of hillsides raise significant concerns due to their increased vulnerability to a variety of problems.

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#18

With the landslide falling into the pond, all the pond water was swept away and created a big mess. This not only causes the homeowner’s backyard to become a mess but also impacts the surrounding properties. Dealing with the impact of this rain has been dire for homeowners across SoCal.

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#19

The lower part of the hillside shows more of the impact of the landslide that caused damage to this house. Despite cleanup efforts, the car sustained extensive damage.

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#20

In 1956, road crews excavated sediment and dumped it over an ancient landslide zone. This makes the area geologically unstable and causes problems to this day. Here, we can see concrete slabs that have been torn apart due to ongoing ground shifts. Because Portuguese Bend has experienced extreme changes over the decades, it is one of the most studied landslide areas in the country.

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#21

This homeowner was wondering why the retaining wall was damaged. It seems we have found the answer… Instead of using rebar as reinforcement, what is used is a chain link fence.

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#22

We continue to see many landslides caused by heavy rains earlier this year.

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#23

These retaining walls were built for the purpose of supporting the hillside; however, it appears to have failed because it was not properly constructed to support the load. The weight of the hill causes the walls to split and tilt, causing the sidewalk to shift.

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#24

There is now moss covering most of the retaining walls and the ground. Moss grows in environments with excessive moisture and needs it to survive. Therefore, poor drainage in this area makes it a perfect breeding ground.

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#25

Landslides make houses vulnerable to collapse, so the need for temporary support is urgent. These supports were installed by another company to support the roof so that it does not collapse completely.

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#26

This house suffers from wood rot. Removing and replacing rotten wood with new framing is critical because it can spread quickly and compromise the structural integrity of the building.

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#27

This wall failure was caused by improper drainage and the absence of weep holes to relieve hydrostatic pressure. Hydrostatic pressure refers to the force exerted by a body of water on a surface. When the soil around an area becomes saturated with water, hydrostatic pressure builds up in the walls. This pressure can cause cracks, warping, and other forms of damage to the structure over time.

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#28

Block wall failure is caused by a combination of factors, including excessive soil moisture and improper footing. Proper footing is very important because it distributes the weight of the structure evenly to prevent failure.

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#29

It is important to take proactive steps, such as building retaining walls for example, to mitigate the risk of potential landslides before they occur.

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#30

Excessive moisture in the soil causes failure of these pipes and boards. Additionally, the pipes were not buried deep enough into the ground to support the weight of the hillside and retain moisture.

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