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Foundation Repair, Bolting and Bracing by Sinai Construction EBB inspection Earthquakes can cause serious damage to homes that aren’t properly secured to their foundations—especially older houses. That’s where the Earthquake Brace + Bolt (EBB) seismic retrofit comes in. What Is an EBB Seismic Retrofit? In an Earthquake Brace + Bolt (EBB) retrofit, the foundation of a home is bolted directly to the wood frame, strengthening the connection between the house and its foundation

Concrete Foundation Health Check Access Point to Foundation Your home is always communicating with you—you just need to know what to look for. Cracks in walls , sloping or uneven floors, and doors or windows that suddenly won’t close properly are not just cosmetic issues. They are often warning signs that something more serious is happening beneath your home: foundation damage. A Foundation Health Check is one of the smartest preventative steps a homeowner can take. When fou

Rebuilding Hillsides After the Rains Hillside properties require expert care—especially after extreme weather events. Now that the rain has finally subsided and the ground has had time to settle, the team at Sinai Construction has been able to fully assess and address the impact left behind by the powerful February 2024 storms. Earlier last year, heavy rainfall caused widespread soil movement, erosion, and landslides across many hillside areas. These conditions can compromis

Replacing a Failing Retaining Wall with Sinai Construction Retaining walls play a critical role in hillside properties by holding back soil, managing water runoff, and protecting structures from erosion and movement. Over time, older retaining walls —especially cinderblock walls—can weaken due to age, moisture, soil pressure, and seismic activity, making replacement not just an upgrade, but a necessity. On this project, our team began by demolishing an existing cinderblock r