Seismic Analysis and Retrofits

Earthquakes are a fact of life in California, occurring with regularity throughout the State. In response, Interactive Resources provides seismic analysis for new construction, building acquisitions and renovation projects, as well as retrofit design for existing structures.

Since the firm’s inception, Interactive Resources has performed over 250 seismic evaluations and design upgrades on public and private buildings, and has gained a comprehensive knowledge of the specific safety requirements of the Bay Area and the communities within the region.

Our structural engineering department has had extensive experience in the seismic and structural reinforcement of older buildings, as well as the design and incorporation of seismic safety standards in new buildings.

We have provided seismic bracing and structural upgrades of such well-known structures as Candlestick Park for the City and County of San Francisco, the Benicia Clock Tower in Benicia, and the Maclise Drugstore Building in Oakland.

Before entering into a commitment to a construction or building acquisition program, it is critical to identify and assess factors that could threaten a project’s financial viability. Seismic risk analysis is key to sound decision-making in building development, investment and real estate financing. The physical performance of buildings subjected to seismic forces can vary widely, regardless of code compliance. Building codes provide a minimum level of life safety performance and do not assure damage limitation. The vulnerability of similar buildings to earthquake damage may prove radically different.

Interactive Resources offers experienced independent seismic risk analyses to assist our clients with financial investments. We assess the risk associated with individual buildings and investment portfolios, and assist with decisions about investments, insurance, and financing. Our services can include analysis of seismic risk and estimation of Probable Maximum Losses (PMLs). As appropriate, our services can be extended to include cost estimating, complete design services for measures recommended to reduce seismic and other risks, benefit/cost analysis, and construction services.

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