Progress Update: Strengthening a Soft Story Structure One Step at a Time
- Isela
- Sep 30
- 1 min read
At Sinai Construction, we’ve been hard at work on a large-scale soft story retrofit project over the past few weeks. This is a complex and essential job that requires time, precision, and deep structural knowledge—and we’re proud to be making strong progress.
Soft story buildings, especially those with open parking garages at ground level, are highly vulnerable during earthquakes. Without proper lateral support, these structures can fail catastrophically in seismic events. That’s why retrofitting is not just a code requirement—it’s a critical safety measure.
In this project, our team has been:
Installing heavy-duty steel beams to create a strong, interconnected support system beneath the existing structure.
Carefully reinforcing the garage areas to provide the building with greater seismic resilience.
Taking the time to ensure each phase—from prep work to welding and structural integration—is done to the highest standard.
Because of the project's scale, it's taken time to reach this point—but every step brings us closer to a safer, stronger building.
Secure Your Building Before the Next Earthquake
Whether you're a property owner or building manager, now is the time to act. Sinai Construction has the expertise and experience to help you protect your building, tenants, and investment from the devastating impact of earthquakes.
📞 Contact us today for a structural inspection and consultation. Sinai Construction – The Experts in Soft Story Retrofit.
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