How to Strengthen Buildings Against Earthquakes

Earthquakes don't wait for permission. Homes and workplaces need to be safe when the ground starts shaking. The truth is, most buildings have weak spots that can be fixed. With the right upgrades, structures can stand a much better chance during an earthquake. Seismic retrofitting means adding new structural support to help the building stay stable during shaking. Common fixes include adding steel braces or shear walls, strengthening the foundation with new concrete footings or anchor bolts, adding flexible joints, and installing moment frames. Materials that help include reinforced concrete, fiber-reinforced polymer that can be wrapped around columns, and base isolators — special pads placed between the building and its foundation. Almost every seismic renovation project needs some kind of concrete cutting. A-Core brings decades of experience in helping make buildings safer through precision concrete services, using wire saws, deep core drills, wall saws, and other advanced equipment. A-Core serves clients across the West and Southwest, including offices in Utah, Arizona, Colorado, Oregon, Washington, New Mexico, Louisiana, and more.