Does Your Commercial Property Have an Earthquake Preparedness Plan?
It’s a sad but true fact: most businesses and property owners simply are not prepared for a natural disaster. According to a study by the Federal Emergency Management Agency, only…
4 Important Questions About an Earthquake Retrofit in California
Older buildings throughout the state of California are vulnerable to damage from earthquakes. Seismic ordinances at some of the cites dictate earthquake retrofit standards and measures to provide for public safety as…
Tips When Hiring A Structural Engineer For Concrete Repair
California sees more earthquakes each year than any other state in the continental US. With all those quakes, large and small, comes a lot of damage, specifically to large buildings….
Some FAQs about Earthquake Retrofitting Services
Chances are if you are a commercial property owner–or even a renter for that matter–you’ve been hearing a lot about earthquake retrofitting services over the past few years. When it…
How to Select Wall Repair Contractors
Holes, cracks, and water damage are often common in older buildings – especially if they were not constructed properly by not using the best materials. The good news is that these problems…
The 5 Types Of Buildings For Structural Steel Contractors
If you’ve thought about using structural steel contractors for your new project, you might be wondering if they can build exactly what you need. One of the biggest reasons people choose…
California’s Seismic Retrofit Regulations
In California, earthquake risk is high. In order to minimize damage and death caused by earthquakes, some California cities require seismic retrofitting to older buildings. Los Angeles is home to the…
4 Steps For Hiring Earthquake Retrofitting Contractors
Earthquake retrofitting contractors strive to keep your building safe and secure during seismic events. If you own a commercial building, such as a hotel, a restaurant, or an office building,…
Do I Need Wall Structural Repair?
Minor cracks in your commercial building’s walls might not seem like anything to worry about, but if left untreated, these small flaws can lead to major structural problems. Structural issues…
5 Tips for Choosing an Earthquake Retrofit Company
If you have researched your options for earthquake retrofit companies, you know that there are a huge number and a wide range of options available. However, not all organizations are created equal….