1,000 California homeowners to get funds to protect homes from earthquakes

1,000 California Homeowners to Get Earthquake Protection Funds

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Greg Sylvis examines the foundation under a house.

Greg Sylvis in Popular Mechanics

Foundation bolting and cripple wall construction.

Sylvis sign in fornt of house in Los Angeles

Greg Sylvis, General Contractor, Inc.

Seismic retrofitting

Chimney repair and retrofitting

Chimney reconstruction

Masonry fireplace reconstruction

Masonry fireplace upgrades to newer models

Comprehensive inspections

We inspect the entire home, inside and outside.

Structural integrity

The foundation and structure of your home keep you safe during earthquakes.

Earthquake country

Los Angeles is earthquake country. Are you ready for the next big one?

Construction professionals

Let the professionals at Greg Sylvis, General Contractor, Inc., help you with your retrofitting needs.

Greg Sylvis on KABC7
Funds for foundation bolting are available to California homeowners.
Greg Sylvis in the news
Greg Sylvis retrofits homes to make them earthquake safe.
Greg Sylvis in Popular Mechanics
Greg Sylvis explains foundation bolting and cripple wall installation.
Greg Sylvis, General Contractor, Inc.
Seismic retrofitting, foundation bolting, chimney repair and cripple wall bracing.
Chimney repair and retrofitting
Chimney repair and retrofitting that matches the original work and ensures the safety of your home.
Masonry fireplace reconstruction
We upgrade old masonry fireplace to newer models, check the structure within and discuss retrofitting options with you.
Comprehensive inspections
We inspect the outside of the home as well the inside before making assessments on how to move forward with your renovation.
Structural integrity
Your foundation protects you during earthquakes and other disasters. Call us to assess the structural integrity of your home.
Earthquake country
Los Angeles, Hollywood, Pasadena, and Santa Monica are part of earthquake country. Is your structure ready for the next big one?
Construction professionals
Let the construction professionals at Greg Sylvis, General Contractor, Inc., help you with your retrofitting needs.

You must bolt your house. Call now!

Southern California experiences frequent damaging earthquakes.

An earthquake happens somewhere in the world once every thirty seconds.

The shaking of the ground is not what kills most victims of earthquakes. The main killers in earthquakes are falling buildings, fires, landslides, avalanches and tsunamis.

Steel, reinforced concrete and wood are good building materials for an earthquake resistant house because they flex somewhat without breaking. Family homes built completely out of brick are less safe because they can break apart easily.

Scientists predict that during the next 30 years, California has a 65 percent chance of experiencing an earthquake of magnitude 7 or greater.

Seismic retrofitting contractor in Los Angeles

Greg Sylvis is a trusted, licensed general contractor with more than 28 years of experience and hundreds of very satisfied customers in the greater Los Angeles area. He specializes in the most basic of construction work — the structural safety of your building or home.

When Greg inspects your home, he gives an honest opinion on what your house may need:

House bolting
Foundation bolting
Earthquake and seismic retrofitting
Chimney repair
Cripple wall bracing
Floor leveling
Foundation repair

Experience and honesty is paramount. This is very specialized knowledge and these are serious subjects. Addressing these issues will assure the investment in your home and will protect the safety of your family during an earthquake.

We welcome inquiries from builders, other contractors, real estate professionals and property owners. We can provide references and testimonials. Please call us at 626-449-6118 to arrange an immediate inspection. We look forward to working for you.

Greg Sylvis on KABC7

Greg Sylvis in the news