Developing New Accessory Dwelling Units – ADU – in Conjunction with Soft Story Retrofit
What is an Accessory Dwelling Unit? An accessory dwelling unit (ADU), commonly known [...]
5 Elements That Make A Soft Story Retrofit Program Successful
1. The preconstruction phase: Engineering and permitting is planned with sufficient time allowed. [...]
Soft Story Upgrade Should You Accept The Lowest Bid?
Owners often find themselves grappling with the evaluation of bids and contractor selection [...]
Which is the Most Stable Wood for the Job?
Since the depletion of the old growth forests, it has become more economical [...]
Are You Prepared for the Next Big Earthquake?
Earthquake Plan Do you want to be in-the-know about earthquake safety? [...]
Structural Strenghtening
Building a Braced Frame Structural strengthening is the process of increasing [...]
How to Deal with the Mandatory Seismic Retrofit Program
Retrofitted building in San Francisco What is the Mandatory Seismic Retrofit [...]
Retaining Wall Design – Which Type Is Best?
Shotcrete for a Retaining Wall Retaining walls are rigid structures, typically [...]
Waterproofing Membranes For Retaining Walls – Here’s How They Work
Waterproofing for Retaining Wall and Roof Garden The infiltration of water [...]
Retaining Wall Drainage – The Latest Technology
Retaining Wall Drainage Pipes Concrete retaining walls and other underground structures [...]