A Shaking Good Time: Shake, Rattle and Resilience Ep36
Manage episode 473946825 series 3512845
In this show, your Building Doctor breaks down how earthquakes affect the building envelope—your walls, windows, doors, and roof—and what steps you can take to minimize damage before the next big shake. From common failures to retrofitting strategies, we’ll guide you through the essentials of keeping your building safe and standing. Don’t wait until the ground moves!
Topics covered in this show:
Earthquake Awareness Month
How Earthquakes Affect the Building and Envelope
Methods to Protect Your Building
Inspections Before & After Earthquakes
Preventative Maintenance
Retrofitting the Building Envelope for Seismic Safety
Post-Earthquake Repairs
Earthquake Insurance
52 episodes