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Last update on December 22, 2024

Reviewed in October 2024
Retrofit for Earthquake Brace and Bolt grant done with quality work in a timely and efficient manner. Made whole process less stressful with personal attention to detail. Reasonably priced, diligent workers, great clean-up at end. Honest and trustworthy company.
Avalin Seismic Construction Co Inc
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Reviewed in June 2020
Excellent experience again with Alpha Structural. Charlie Rosenkranz came to see the 3-story apartment building in West Hollywood. We discussed what the soft story retrofit plans will likely include. He's knowledgeable and experienced. We appreciated his professional no-pressure approach and...
Alpha Structural, Inc.
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Reviewed in October 2014
I worked with Steve and Dick. They offer a good price, professional staff, and take the time to answer questions, arrive per your schedule and walk through their estimates to give you a level of comfort. They obtain permitting, have their work inspected by the city, and relay the results to...
Alpha Structural, Inc.
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Reviewed in July 2017
We decided not to do it but I thought they were really first class. They looked at our house and they gave us a bid. We just thought about it and decided not to do it. I really liked the person who came out. I thought he had integrity. He said you know I really wouldn't worry about it too much....
Alpha Structural, Inc.
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Reviewed in October 2012
I have not yet moved forward on my foundation work, due to other projects taking priority. But I found my experience working with Alpha very positive through the process of having them come look at my foundation and make suggestions and give me an estimate for bolting my foundation and lowering...
Alpha Structural, Inc.
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Reviewed in November 2015
Dick Sullivan, Structural Assessor, gives direct answers to my questions, along with full explanations. He identifies unsafe conditions. Steve Ferguson, Project Superintendent, informs me what the crew will be doing and when. He tells me what to expect from the City inspector. ...
Alpha Structural, Inc.
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Reviewed in September 2017
It went outstanding. Had a few unforeseen hiccups but overall things went well! EVERYONE I had contact with in this company was friendly, professional and super cool! From the job estimator to the crew who actually did the work...all top notch.
Alpha Structural, Inc.
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Reviewed in April 2010
This is a great company. Even their competitors, when they saw my project, said, "Call Alpha". I live in a small hillside home with a heavy chimney (that I wanted to keep), but both house and chimney were sliding down the side of the canyon. These guys fixed it, and were prompt, professional,...
Alpha Structural, Inc.
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Reviewed in March 2013
1) Charlie came out for an inspection and was thoughtful, knowledgeable, and had solutions and ideas on the spot. 2) The bid was reasonable and comprehensive. 3) The office and admin customer service follow up was fantastic. 4) They commenced work when we wanted to them...
Alpha Structural, Inc.
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Reviewed in December 2018
We had excellent experience with Alpha Structural. Charlie Rosenkranz came to see the property and advice. He checked the structures all around and looked in the basement as far as possible beyond the ducts that were filling up the space and would require tunneling to get to some areas under the...
Alpha Structural, Inc.
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Earthquake retrofitting services FAQs

Most earthquake retrofitting jobs take one week to 10 business days to complete. However, your professional retrofitting expert will be able to give you a more accurate timeline for your home once you complete an initial consultation. The total time may be longer for projects requiring more extensive work or homes with structural damage due to a prior earthquake.

You can expect to pay between $3,370 and $8,610 in earthquake retrofit costs, ranging from $500 to $15,000 or more, depending on your type of home and foundation and retrofitting method.

If you have a slab foundation, you can expect to pay on the lower end, between $500 and $3,000. If you have a wooden foundation, that cost jumps to $5,000 to $10,000. A hillside home, not as vulnerable to earthquake damage, typically costs between $5,000 to $10,000 to retrofit while a soft-story home ranges from $10,000 to $80,000.

It is not advisable to try to retrofit your home without the expertise of a professional. These projects usually require a consultation with a structural engineer and a plumber for any gas-related adjustments. Working with a professional earthquake retrofitting contractor is the best way to ensure that any structural work done to your home will help protect you and your family.

First, you can expect the project to be loud. If you have pets, you might want to take them to a friend's house during the day so they are not disturbed by any of the loud noises. In addition, you’ll need to provide the retrofit team access to areas of the house that will need to be worked on, meaning you’ll need to relocate personal items, clear clutter, and make pathways for the crew. Once the project is complete, a local building inspector will conduct a final inspection to ensure that the retrofitting is up to code.

Earthquake retrofitting can increase your home value, making it a great return on investment. This feature is especially valuable in areas prone to earthquakes. Besides the increased safety value (not only for your family but for the next family who moves in), earthquake retrofitting also helps lower homeowners insurance rates. In addition, having your home earthquake retrofitted can make it easier to get a home loan since they are considered lower risk.

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