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If your home was built before modern seismic building codes, it may not be properly secured to its foundation. During an earthquake, this structural weakness can cause significant damage — especially in raised foundation homes common throughout Los Angeles County.
Golden Retrofit & Foundation Repair specializes in Earthquake Brace + Bolt (EBB) retrofitting, helping homeowners strengthen their foundations and comply with California’s seismic safety standards. Our team manages everything from inspection and eligibility verification to permit approval and final city inspection.
We don’t just install hardware — we reinforce structural integrity.
he Earthquake Brace + Bolt (EBB) program is part of the California Residential Mitigation Program (CRMP) and supported by the California Earthquake Authority (CEA). It provides financial assistance to qualifying homeowners to retrofit their homes against earthquake damage.
The program focuses on improving the connection between a home’s wooden framing and its concrete foundation — one of the most critical structural vulnerabilities in older construction.
To qualify, homes generally must:
Be built before 1980
Have a raised foundation
Be located in eligible ZIP codes
Meet structural eligibility requirements
During your inspection, we determine whether your home qualifies and explain your next steps clearly.
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An EBB seismic retrofit strengthens the structural connection between your house and its foundation system.
In most cases, this includes installing foundation anchor bolts that secure the framing to the concrete footing. For homes with cripple walls, structural plywood bracing is added to prevent lateral movement during seismic activity. Reinforcement hardware is carefully installed according to engineering standards and local building codes.
If we identify deteriorated framing, cracked concrete, or weakened support components, we address those structural concerns so the retrofit performs as intended.
Every project includes:
Professional structural evaluation
Code-compliant installation
Permit coordination
Final inspection scheduling
Documentation required for EBB approval
The goal is not simply compliance — it is long-term structural stability.
Seismic retrofitting requires more than construction skills. It requires knowledge of local permitting, structural behavior, and program documentation.
Golden Retrofit focuses exclusively on foundation repair and seismic reinforcement. That specialization allows us to deliver precise workmanship and streamline the EBB process for homeowners.
Clients consistently highlight:
Clear communication throughout the grant process
Smooth permit coordination
Professional, clean work
High-quality structural installation
Successful final inspection approvals
Our experience with EBB requirements and city building departments helps eliminate delays and confusion.
If you’re considering applying for the Earthquake Brace + Bolt grant — or simply want to improve your home’s seismic safety — we offer professional foundation inspections to evaluate eligibility and structural condition.
Our inspection provides:
Structural assessment of raised foundation systems
Qualification guidance for EBB
Transparent scope recommendations
Clear explanation of costs and timelines
Protect your home before the next earthquake — not after.
Call us at 800-217-2458 or fill out our online form to schedule your assessment.
Golden Retrofit provides EBB seismic retrofitting throughout:
Los Angeles
Long Beach
Pasadena
Glendale
Burbank
Torrance
Ventura County and surrounding communities
We understand how local soil conditions and housing stock impact seismic risk.
Most homes built before 1980 with a raised foundation may qualify. Eligibility depends on structural configuration and program guidelines. We evaluate your home during inspection and guide you through the application process.
Costs vary depending on foundation condition, access, and structural requirements. Homes qualifying for the EBB program may receive grant assistance. We provide detailed estimates after inspection.
The process typically includes inspection, application approval, permit issuance, installation, and final inspection. Timelines vary by city, but most projects are completed within a few weeks once permits are approved.
Yes. Foundation bolting and cripple wall bracing significantly reduce the risk of structural movement during earthquakes, potentially preventing severe damage.
Yes. We coordinate permit applications, schedule inspections, and ensure all work meets local building codes and EBB program standards.
