Business Details
35 Years
experience
Emergency
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Expert Historic Building Restoration & Seismic Retrofitting Services
Eagle Restorations & Builders, Inc. has been a trusted leader in historic building restoration since 1991. Our expertise spans seismic retrofitting, adobe reconstruction, and materials restoration for commercial, religious, and government properties. We adhere to the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties while maintaining partnerships with federal agencies and preservation organizations. Our team of certified craftsmen combines hands-on experience with technical precision, handling projects ranging from $100,000 to $4.3 million. With over 75 completed projects, including California's oldest historic structures, we provide comprehensive solutions from initial assessment to final restoration.Our president's background on preservation commissions and decades of industry membership in organizations like the California Preservation Foundation reinforce our authority. We maintain strict compliance with bonding requirements and carry full insurance coverage for client protection. Our work has earned recognition from the Getty Conservation Institute, California Governor's Office, and National Park Service professionals. Through strategic subcontractor relationships, we deliver specialized services across all restoration trades while maintaining direct project oversight.
Services
Historic Restoration
Seismic Retrofitting
Adobe Reconstruction
Materials Restoration
Structural Repair
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- 35 years of specialized historic restoration experience
- Certified craftsmen with government project expertise
- Adhere to Secretary of Interior preservation standards
- Proven track record with 75+ landmark projects
- Recognized by California Preservation Foundation and Getty Conservation Institute
What people say
Extensive experience
Attention to detail
Preservation expertise
Government project experience
Quality craftsmanship
Services
Historic Restoration
Specialized restoration of historic buildings including commercial structures, churches, and government landmarks. Our team preserves architectural integrity while implementing modern seismic upgrades. We work with materials like stained glass, stone, and ornamental features to maintain historical accuracy.
Seismic Retrofitting
Structural reinforcement solutions for historic buildings to meet modern seismic standards. Services include foundation bolting, structural bracing, and interior retrofitting while maintaining original architectural elements. Our approach balances safety with historical preservation requirements.
Adobe Reconstruction
Authentic adobe restoration using traditional techniques including mud plastering and block recreation. We maintain period-accurate finishes with lime plastering while implementing structural reinforcements. Our team handles both residential and commercial adobe properties to preserve California's Spanish heritage.
Materials Restoration
Comprehensive restoration of historic building materials including stained glass, fine carpentry, and ornamental features. Our craftsmen repair stone, marble, and historic concrete while preserving original design elements. We fabricate period-accurate replacement components when necessary.
Structural Repair
Full-spectrum structural solutions for historic properties including foundation work and seismic upgrades. Our team maintains compliance with federal preservation standards while implementing modern engineering techniques. Services cover both emergency stabilization and long-term reinforcement projects.
People
Jeff Seidner
President
Over 40 years of Southern California construction experience. Licensed contractor since 1984 with expertise in historic preservation. Served on Sierra Madre Cultural Heritage Commission and maintains memberships in multiple preservation organizations.
Questions
What types of historic buildings do you restore?
We specialize in commercial buildings, churches, federal/state landmarks, and residential properties including adobe structures.
Are you licensed for structural work?
Yes, we hold California Class B General Building Contractor License #465977 with full bonding and insurance.
How do you handle seismic upgrades?
We implement structural bracing, foundation bolting, and interior retrofitting while maintaining historical integrity per preservation standards.
What materials do you work with?
Our team restores stained glass, stone, marble, ornamental features, historic concrete, and adobe materials.
Do you work with government agencies?
Yes, we have extensive experience meeting federal and state requirements for historic properties and landmark designations.
What awards have you received?
Recognized by California Preservation Foundation, Getty Conservation Institute, and National Park Service professionals for restoration excellence.
