After a fire, flood, vehicle impact, or storm, your home or building might look fine at first glance—but what about behind the walls? When load-bearing elements are compromised, your structure is at risk for collapse, even with minor movement. That’s where structural shoring comes in. It’s one of the first and most important steps Aaron Builders takes after assessing a damaged property.
Shoring stabilizes the building, keeps workers and occupants safe, and ensures repairs can be done without causing more harm. If your property has suffered serious damage, here’s what you need to know about this critical safety measure.
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What Is Structural Shoring and Why Is It Necessary?
Structural shoring involves temporary support systems used to reinforce walls, ceilings, floors, or foundations that can no longer bear their normal load. These supports prevent:
- Collapse during cleanup or repairs
- Additional damage from shifting materials
- Injury to occupants, workers, or inspectors
Common scenarios where shoring is essential include:
- After a tree falls on a roof
- A vehicle crashes into a wall
- Flooding weakens foundation walls
- Fires compromise joists and beams
- Structural damage during remodeling or demolition
Without proper shoring, your property—and your people—are at risk.
How Aaron Builders Performs Safe and Effective Shoring
With over 40 years in disaster restoration, Aaron Builders uses engineer-approved methods and professional-grade materials to ensure each shoring project is done right. Here’s how we approach it:
- Damage Assessment: Our team inspects the building and determines where structural integrity is compromised.
- Engineering Input: For severe cases, we bring in licensed structural engineers to evaluate load paths and create a stabilization plan.
- Custom Shoring Solutions: Depending on the need, we install vertical supports, wall braces, beam jacks, or trench shoring.
- Monitoring: We monitor the site throughout repairs to make adjustments as needed, ensuring continued safety.
All work is performed by licensed, insured crews—many of whom have specialized training in structural safety.
When Do You Need Structural Shoring After a Disaster?
If any of these apply to your situation, shoring should be considered immediately:
- Walls bowing or cracking
- Sagging ceilings or floors
- Sticking windows/doors after damage
- Any area that’s been impacted by fire, flood, or impact
- Your contractor won’t start work until the structure is stabilized
Insurance adjusters often require shoring before approving major reconstruction, and Aaron Builders handles all the coordination so you don’t have to.
Shoring Is Just the Start—We Handle the Whole Repair
Once your property is stabilized, Aaron Builders can take you through every step of repair:
- Structural rebuilding and framing
- Roof repair or replacement
- Drywall, flooring, siding, and finishes
- HVAC, electrical, and plumbing restoration
And we back all our workmanship with a 5-year warranty, so you can rebuild with confidence.
Keep Your Property Safe With Help From Aaron Builders
If you suspect your home or building is unsafe after a disaster, don’t wait. Call Aaron Builders. We respond 24/7, assess damage quickly, and can be on-site within one hour across Southeast Michigan.
Call 248-957-9660 or visit aaronbuilders.com
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Let us help you shore up your safety—and start the path to full recovery.