Cal Retrofit Engineering Construction Management

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#1 Rated Retrofit, Balcony & ADU Contractor in SoCal

#1 Rated Retrofit, Balcony & ADU Contractor in SoCal

With over 25 years of experience and 700+ completed projects, CalRetrofit offers value engineering, design minimization, and “white-glove” customer care for your project.

700+ Retrofit, Balcony & ADU Projects Completed

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Reduce The Risk of Injury or Loss of Life from Earthquakes

The purpose of this program is to reduce the risk of injury or loss of life that may result from the effects of earthquakes on wood-frame soft-story buildings. In the Northridge Earthquake, many wood frame soft-story buildings caused loss of life, injury, and property damage. This program creates a guide for property owners to strengthen their buildings, so as to improve performance during an earthquake.

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Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety (LADBS) has determined that your building meets all the following criteria: it is two or more stories with wood frame construction, it was built under building code standards enacted before January 1, 1978, and it contains ground floor parking or other similar open floor space that causes soft, weak, or open wall lines.
Your City has determined that your building meets the following criteria: it is two or more stories with wood frame construction, it was built under building code standards enacted before January 1, 1978, and it contains ground floor parking or other similar open floor space that causes soft, weak, or open wall lines.
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SB-721 & SB-326 Decks & Balcony Experts!

Cal Retrofit is General Engineering Contractor, certified by the California Earthquake Association, providing building owners and property managers, with cost-effective solutions to comply with the Mandatory Soft-Story Retrofit Program as outlined in City Ordinances 183893, and experts in waterproofing, SB-721 & SB-326 balcony and deck inspections, and repairs.

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From Order to Comply to Completion

As your single point of contact, we manage the entire process from receipt of your ‘order to comply’ all the way to your final inspection and compliance certification.

Upon your request for a proposal, an experienced retrofit analyst will survey, inspect and measure the property…

Our skilled engineering department will prepare the required architectural and structural reinforcement plans…

CalRetrofit will prepare and submit the mandatory Tenant Habitability Plan as well as provide tenant notifications per HCID-LA regulations…

CalRetrofit will begin construction, providing all materials, labor, and equipment necessary to perform the job scope…

Our team works hand in hand with the Department of Building and Safety (LADBS) inspectors and deputy inspectors to ensure…

Over the course of ten years, up to half of the total seismic retrofit cost may be passed through to tenants if approved by HCID-LA…

Are You Wanting to Generate Income from Your Property?

Convert your underutilized area into an income generator with ADU Concepts! Convert your underutilized areas, by adding units, income, and value. Utilize a light gauge steel offsite factory for efficient construction. Implement hybrid modular ADUs to optimize space and increase property density. Unlock your property’s potential, maximizing value and generating additional income.

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Constructing Better Buildings To Save Lives

Get lower earthquake insurance premiums, which can help you save on insurance costs. Additionally, implementing measures to minimize liability losses can protect your investment and financial stability. Another advantage is the potential to save on interest by ensuring your property meets safety and construction standards. Lastly, by providing a safe and secure environment, you can attract tenants who value these factors, leading to a higher occupancy rate and increased rental income.

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