Seismic Retrofit

3 April, 2025

Strengthen & Modernize: Earthquake Safety and Smart Renovations for Your Building

By |2025-04-22T20:26:04+00:00April 3rd, 2025|AACSC, Adaptive Reuse, Earthquake Safety, Seismic Retrofit|

Is your apartment building up to today’s seismic safety and design standards? If it was built before the mid-1970s, it may be time for an upgrade—both structurally and functionally.

Many building owners are combining seismic retrofitting with interior renovations, taking advantage of the opportunity to modernize living spaces while strengthening their properties […]

3 March, 2025

Choosing the Right Seismic Retrofit Contractor: A Critical Decision for Apartment Owners

By |2025-03-28T03:23:44+00:00March 3rd, 2025|AAOC, Earthquake Retrofit Contractor, Seismic Retrofit|

As an apartment owner, protecting your property and residents from the devastating effects of a major earthquake is a top priority. A well-executed seismic retrofit not only enhances safety but also safeguards your investment and future income. However, the success of your retrofit project depends largely on selecting the right […]

3 February, 2025

Reflecting on the 31st Anniversary of the Northridge Earthquake: Lessons in Preparedness

By |2025-03-14T20:43:48+00:00February 3rd, 2025|AACSC, earthquake damage, earthquake preparedness, Seismic Retrofit|

On January 17, 1994, at precisely 4:31 a.m., Southern California experienced one of its most devastating natural disasters: the Northridge Earthquake. With a magnitude of 6.7, the earthquake lasted only 10-20 seconds but left an indelible mark on the region. As we mark the 31st anniversary of this tragic event, […]

1 January, 2025

Preparing for the Big One: The Critical Role of Seismic Retrofits

By |2025-01-14T18:15:15+00:00January 1st, 2025|AAGLA, Seismic Retrofit|

The recent December 2024 magnitude 7 earthquake off California’s coast served as a stark reminder of the Golden State’s seismic vulnerability. While no catastrophic damage or loss of life occurred, such an event underlines the importance of being prepared for future earthquakes—particularly the much-dreaded “Big One.”

Seismologists agree that while individual […]

4 November, 2024

Fortifying Orange County: The Essential Role of Seismic Retrofitting in Earthquake Readiness

By |2024-11-13T23:09:23+00:00November 4th, 2024|AAOC, Seismic Retrofit|

The Great ShakeOut, which takes place annually on October 17, reminds millions across California of the importance of earthquake safety. While the drill teaches the lifesaving “Drop, Cover, and Hold On” technique, there is a broader aspect of earthquake preparedness that is crucial in regions like Orange County: seismic retrofitting. […]

4 May, 2024

Enhance Earthquake Safety in Your Apartment Building for Investment Protection and Marketability Boost

By |2024-05-06T22:17:57+00:00May 4th, 2024|Adaptive Reuse, apartments seismic retrofit, SDCAA, Seismic Retrofit, Soft Story Seismic Retrofit|

Most older apartment buildings fall short of today’s standards for earthquake safety and fail to offer the types of interior spaces tenants want.

If your apartment building was constructed before the mid-1970s, it could benefit from an upgrade of both its structural safety and functional design.

Many building owners in these circumstances […]

3 January, 2024

Three Tips To Getting The Most From Your Retrofit

By |2024-01-23T15:47:32+00:00January 3rd, 2024|AAOC, Earthquake Retrofit, Seismic Retrofit|

Chances are you felt at least one of the many earthquakes that rattled Southern California last month.

The initial 6.4-magnitude quake near the desert community of Ridgecrest was just a precursor to a larger 7.1-magnitude giant, with many other quakes to follow in the days succeeding these temblors.

It can be a […]

1 January, 2024

Four Easy Steps To Selecting A Qualified Seismic Retrofit Company

By |2024-01-23T15:36:46+00:00January 1st, 2024|AAGLA, Seismic Retrofit, Seismic Retrofit Companies|

There has been a steady influx of startup companies sprouting up to capitalize on Southern California’s growing seismic retrofit industry. This has led to concern that some of these new companies may not have the professional expertise required of such a specialized industry.

It can be confusing when you’ve got several […]

4 November, 2023

Seismic Retrofits Protect Affordable Housing

By |2023-11-09T03:41:20+00:00November 4th, 2023|AACSC, Seismic Retrofit|

Plans to convert a community hospital into a multi-service health care campus were stalled as officials reviewed a state law requiring governments to give priority to affordable housing developers when selling or leasing surplus land.

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13 July, 2023

Cities Act to Reduce Earthquake Risks, While Others Lag Behind on Quake Safety

By |2023-07-20T22:41:23+00:00July 13th, 2023|Earthquake Retrofit, LA Retrofit Laws, Seismic Retrofit|

While a growing number of local governments in California have moved forward with seismic retrofit ordinances in the last decade, most cities still don’t have these important public safety laws in place.

And since earthquakes can strike virtually anywhere at any time in California, communities which have not addressed seismic issues […]

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