Structural Remodels
Major structural alterations and seismic retrofits for existing commercial buildings — permitted, engineered, and built to last.
Transforming Existing Structures
Structural remodeling — removing load-bearing walls, adding openings, seismic retrofitting, or fundamentally changing a building's floor plan — requires licensed general contractor oversight and engineering coordination. El-Lay manages the full project: engaging structural engineers, processing permits, demolishing existing systems, and rebuilding to new specifications.
- Coordination with structural and civil engineers from design through construction
- Soft-story retrofit experience under LA's mandatory ordinance programs
- Selective demolition with protection of adjacent occupied spaces
- All permits, inspections, and engineering sign-offs managed by El-Lay
B
License
40+
Seismic Retrofits
100%
Permit Success Rate
Seismic Compliance for LA Buildings
California's seismic upgrade requirements, including mandatory soft-story retrofit ordinances in Los Angeles, require licensed B contractors and engineered solutions. We specialize in meeting these requirements efficiently — minimizing tenant disruption while delivering compliant, inspected structural upgrades.
El-Lay Construction
Pasadena, CA · CSLB Licensed · Bonded & Insured
Structural Remodel Scope
Load-Bearing Wall Removal
Opening up floor plans by removing load-bearing walls — engineered beam and post systems, proper shear transfer, and finished to match existing conditions.
Seismic Soft-Story Retrofit
Compliant retrofitting of soft-story residential and commercial buildings under the City of LA's mandatory ordinance — steel moment frames, shear walls, and all required documentation.
Foundation Upgrades
Foundation strengthening, underpinning, and new footing systems for altered structural loads — fully engineered and inspected.
Adaptive Reuse Conversion
Converting existing commercial, industrial, or warehouse buildings into new uses — office, retail, mixed-use, or residential — full structural and code compliance.
Ready for Your Structural Remodel?
Free project consultation and estimate. Licensed, bonded, and insured.
Get In Touch
Phone
(323) 505-8782Service Area
Pasadena · Los Angeles · LA County
Response Time
Consultations available Mon–Sat
★ CSLB Licensed · Bonded & Insured · Est. 2004