How Sinai Construction Handles Soft Story Retrofitting: A Closer Look at the Concrete Process
- Isela
- Sep 9
- 1 min read
Soft story buildings are vulnerable structures—typically multi-story buildings with a weak ground floor, often seen in apartments with parking beneath them. Retrofitting these buildings is essential for earthquake safety and city code compliance. At Sinai Construction, we specialize in soft story retrofitting, and one of the most critical stages of this process is concrete pouring and curing.
Precision in Concrete Pouring
Once the foundational steel reinforcements and framing are in place, our experienced crew carefully pours high-grade concrete to create new shear walls, footings, or grade beams—depending on the retrofit design. This is not just about pouring concrete into a mold; it's about precision, timing, and consistency to ensure maximum structural strength.
Proper Curing for Long-Term Durability
After pouring, the concrete must cure—a controlled drying process that strengthens the material over time. At Sinai Construction, we monitor moisture levels and protect the curing concrete from environmental factors like heat or wind. This ensures that the finished product doesn't crack, shrink, or weaken prematurely. We don’t rush the process because durability and safety come first.
Why Trust Sinai Construction?
With decades of experience and a reputation for quality workmanship, Sinai Construction is one of Los Angeles’ most trusted names in seismic retrofitting. Our attention to detail—from engineering to the final cure—means your building will be safer, stronger, and up to code.
Have a soft story building in need of retrofitting? Contact Sinai Construction today at (323) 655-0960.
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