Protect Your Property with a Soft Story Retrofit – And Get Help Paying for It!
- Isela
- 2 days ago
- 1 min read
If you own a soft story building in California—typically a structure with a weak first floor, like apartments with tuck-under parking—it may be at serious risk during an earthquake. A soft story retrofit strengthens your building, protects lives, and helps prevent major property damage.
The good news? You may qualify for financial help through California’s
What Is the ESS Program?
The ESS Program is a state-supported initiative offering grants to help property owners cover the cost of retrofitting soft story buildings. If eligible, you can receive significant financial assistance to bring your building up to modern seismic safety standards.
How to Qualify
To qualify, your building must meet certain criteria, such as:
Located in a participating city or county
Built before a certain year (typically pre-1980)
Classified as a vulnerable soft story structure
Funding is limited and offered on a first-come, first-served basis—so don’t wait!
Protect your investment and the people who live or work in your building. Call us at (323) 655-0960 to learn how we can help you apply for the ESS grant and complete your soft story retrofit quickly and professionally.
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