Stephen Plath, founder of Plath & Company, knows how to treat "Grand Old Ladies", the structural kind, that is. He has specialized in the renovation of historic structures since 1975 initially building his reputation through projects in San Francisco's Pacific Heights District. Many of the renovations included adding a garage which would impose immediate challenges, given the elevations and rises that are characteristic of the terrain. One example was a 15,000 square foot mansion built in 1895 with a sandstone veneer and landmark status. His careful attention to detail, structural soundness in an earthquake prone city and ability to navigate code requirements has gained the firm national recognition. Plath & Company has been published in many magazines including House Beautiful and has been the recipient of numerous awards over the past decade. This Old House Magazine named Plath & Company one of the 10 Best Contractors & Builders in America in 2005.
Stephen Plath, founder of Plath & Company, knows how to treat "Grand Old Ladies", the structural kind, that is. He has specialized in the renovation of historic structures since 1975 initially building his reputation through projects in San Francisco's Pacific Heights District. Many of the renovations included adding a garage which would impose immediate challenges, given the elevations and rises that are characteristic of the terrain. One example was a 15,000 square foot mansion built in 1895 with a sandstone veneer and landmark status. His careful attention to detail, structural soundness in an earthquake prone city and ability to navigate code requirements has gained the firm national recognition. Plath & Company has been published in many magazines including House Beautiful and has been the recipient of numerous awards over the past decade. This Old House Magazine named Plath & Company one of the 10 Best Contractors & Builders in America in 2005.