Technical Articles

Understand the “Why” Behind the Work

Our technical article library is designed for commercial and industrial property stakeholders—owners, managers, REITs, and engineers—who want deeper insight into the principles, processes, and challenges behind seismic retrofitting and structural repair.

At Saunders Seismic, we believe informed decisions lead to better outcomes. That’s why we’ve created a collection of plain-language resources that explain key concepts without technical fog or sales pressure. These aren’t generic blog posts—they’re grounded in decades of field experience and created to answer the real-world questions we hear every day.

Whether you’re planning a retrofit, reviewing risk assessments, or comparing contractors, you’ll find practical guidance to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.

What You’ll Find

• Explanations of seismic risk metrics like SEL, SUL, and PML
• Breakdowns of soft-story and tilt-up building vulnerabilities
• Insights into cost planning, code compliance, and project timing

Explore the articles below or reach out if you’d like help finding the most relevant resource for your building.