Luxury Disaster Mitigation & Earthquake Retrofitting

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PSMR LLC provides a comprehensive range of earthquake retrofitting services, expertly combining proven industry methods with Portland-specific knowledge to deliver effective disaster mitigation solutions.  

Foundation bolting and anchoring is the essential first step for Portland's vulnerable housing stock. We install epoxy-set anchor bolts or mechanical expansion anchors through your home's sill plate into the concrete foundation, preventing the house from sliding during earthquake shaking. These methods have demonstrated an impressive 80-90% reduction in foundation sliding failures.  

Cripple wall bracing fortifies the short walls between your foundation and first floor using structural-grade plywood panels with precise nailing patterns that meet International Existing Building Code requirements. This technique effectively prevents the most common earthquake failure mode for raised-foundation homes.  

Soft-story retrofitting addresses the vulnerabilities of Portland's multi-story buildings that feature ground-floor parking or large openings. We enhance these weak first floors by adding shear walls or steel moment frames. Data from California indicates a 7:1 benefit-to-cost ratio for shear wall additions and a 4:1 ratio for steel frame systems, making these luxury disaster services a wise investment.  

Unreinforced masonry retrofitting transforms some of Portland's most dangerous buildings into survivable structures through methods such as wall anchoring, diaphragm strengthening, and strategic reinforcement installation. Following the successful URM program model from Los Angeles, we assist building owners in achieving a remarkable 95% risk reduction while preserving the architectural character of their properties.  

Comprehensive seismic assessments, utilizing FEMA P-50 guidelines, evaluate your property's specific vulnerabilities and prioritize cost-effective improvements. Our partnerships with structural engineering experts ensure that all work complies with current codes and maximizes protection per dollar invested.  

Lastly, non-structural retrofitting focuses on critical safety systems, including water heater bracing, automatic gas shut-off valves, and chimney anchoring. These modest investments prevent post-earthquake fires and injuries, offering significant immediate safety improvements.

PSMR LLC provides a comprehensive range of earthquake retrofitting services, expertly combining proven industry methods with Portland-specific knowledge to deliver effective disaster mitigation solutions.  

Foundation bolting and anchoring is the essential first step for Portland's vulnerable housing stock. We install epoxy-set anchor bolts or mechanical expansion anchors through your home's sill plate into the concrete foundation, preventing the house from sliding during earthquake shaking. These methods have demonstrated an impressive 80-90% reduction in foundation sliding failures.  

Cripple wall bracing fortifies the short walls between your foundation and first floor using structural-grade plywood panels with precise nailing patterns that meet International Existing Building Code requirements. This technique effectively prevents the most common earthquake failure mode for raised-foundation homes.  

Soft-story retrofitting addresses the vulnerabilities of Portland's multi-story buildings that feature ground-floor parking or large openings. We enhance these weak first floors by adding shear walls or steel moment frames. Data from California indicates a 7:1 benefit-to-cost ratio for shear wall additions and a 4:1 ratio for steel frame systems, making these luxury disaster services a wise investment.  

Unreinforced masonry retrofitting transforms some of Portland's most dangerous buildings into survivable structures through methods such as wall anchoring, diaphragm strengthening, and strategic reinforcement installation. Following the successful URM program model from Los Angeles, we assist building owners in achieving a remarkable 95% risk reduction while preserving the architectural character of their properties.  

Comprehensive seismic assessments, utilizing FEMA P-50 guidelines, evaluate your property's specific vulnerabilities and prioritize cost-effective improvements. Our partnerships with structural engineering experts ensure that all work complies with current codes and maximizes protection per dollar invested.  

Lastly, non-structural retrofitting focuses on critical safety systems, including water heater bracing, automatic gas shut-off valves, and chimney anchoring. These modest investments prevent post-earthquake fires and injuries, offering significant immediate safety improvements.

PSMR LLC provides a comprehensive range of earthquake retrofitting services, expertly combining proven industry methods with Portland-specific knowledge to deliver effective disaster mitigation solutions.  

Foundation bolting and anchoring is the essential first step for Portland's vulnerable housing stock. We install epoxy-set anchor bolts or mechanical expansion anchors through your home's sill plate into the concrete foundation, preventing the house from sliding during earthquake shaking. These methods have demonstrated an impressive 80-90% reduction in foundation sliding failures.  

Cripple wall bracing fortifies the short walls between your foundation and first floor using structural-grade plywood panels with precise nailing patterns that meet International Existing Building Code requirements. This technique effectively prevents the most common earthquake failure mode for raised-foundation homes.  

Soft-story retrofitting addresses the vulnerabilities of Portland's multi-story buildings that feature ground-floor parking or large openings. We enhance these weak first floors by adding shear walls or steel moment frames. Data from California indicates a 7:1 benefit-to-cost ratio for shear wall additions and a 4:1 ratio for steel frame systems, making these luxury disaster services a wise investment.  

Unreinforced masonry retrofitting transforms some of Portland's most dangerous buildings into survivable structures through methods such as wall anchoring, diaphragm strengthening, and strategic reinforcement installation. Following the successful URM program model from Los Angeles, we assist building owners in achieving a remarkable 95% risk reduction while preserving the architectural character of their properties.  

Comprehensive seismic assessments, utilizing FEMA P-50 guidelines, evaluate your property's specific vulnerabilities and prioritize cost-effective improvements. Our partnerships with structural engineering experts ensure that all work complies with current codes and maximizes protection per dollar invested.  

Lastly, non-structural retrofitting focuses on critical safety systems, including water heater bracing, automatic gas shut-off valves, and chimney anchoring. These modest investments prevent post-earthquake fires and injuries, offering significant immediate safety improvements.

PSMR LLC provides a comprehensive range of earthquake retrofitting services, expertly combining proven industry methods with Portland-specific knowledge to deliver effective disaster mitigation solutions.  

Foundation bolting and anchoring is the essential first step for Portland's vulnerable housing stock. We install epoxy-set anchor bolts or mechanical expansion anchors through your home's sill plate into the concrete foundation, preventing the house from sliding during earthquake shaking. These methods have demonstrated an impressive 80-90% reduction in foundation sliding failures.  

Cripple wall bracing fortifies the short walls between your foundation and first floor using structural-grade plywood panels with precise nailing patterns that meet International Existing Building Code requirements. This technique effectively prevents the most common earthquake failure mode for raised-foundation homes.  

Soft-story retrofitting addresses the vulnerabilities of Portland's multi-story buildings that feature ground-floor parking or large openings. We enhance these weak first floors by adding shear walls or steel moment frames. Data from California indicates a 7:1 benefit-to-cost ratio for shear wall additions and a 4:1 ratio for steel frame systems, making these luxury disaster services a wise investment.  

Unreinforced masonry retrofitting transforms some of Portland's most dangerous buildings into survivable structures through methods such as wall anchoring, diaphragm strengthening, and strategic reinforcement installation. Following the successful URM program model from Los Angeles, we assist building owners in achieving a remarkable 95% risk reduction while preserving the architectural character of their properties.  

Comprehensive seismic assessments, utilizing FEMA P-50 guidelines, evaluate your property's specific vulnerabilities and prioritize cost-effective improvements. Our partnerships with structural engineering experts ensure that all work complies with current codes and maximizes protection per dollar invested.  

Lastly, non-structural retrofitting focuses on critical safety systems, including water heater bracing, automatic gas shut-off valves, and chimney anchoring. These modest investments prevent post-earthquake fires and injuries, offering significant immediate safety improvements.

PSMR LLC provides a comprehensive range of earthquake retrofitting services, expertly combining proven industry methods with Portland-specific knowledge to deliver effective disaster mitigation solutions.  

Foundation bolting and anchoring is the essential first step for Portland's vulnerable housing stock. We install epoxy-set anchor bolts or mechanical expansion anchors through your home's sill plate into the concrete foundation, preventing the house from sliding during earthquake shaking. These methods have demonstrated an impressive 80-90% reduction in foundation sliding failures.  

Cripple wall bracing fortifies the short walls between your foundation and first floor using structural-grade plywood panels with precise nailing patterns that meet International Existing Building Code requirements. This technique effectively prevents the most common earthquake failure mode for raised-foundation homes.  

Soft-story retrofitting addresses the vulnerabilities of Portland's multi-story buildings that feature ground-floor parking or large openings. We enhance these weak first floors by adding shear walls or steel moment frames. Data from California indicates a 7:1 benefit-to-cost ratio for shear wall additions and a 4:1 ratio for steel frame systems, making these luxury disaster services a wise investment.  

Unreinforced masonry retrofitting transforms some of Portland's most dangerous buildings into survivable structures through methods such as wall anchoring, diaphragm strengthening, and strategic reinforcement installation. Following the successful URM program model from Los Angeles, we assist building owners in achieving a remarkable 95% risk reduction while preserving the architectural character of their properties.  

Comprehensive seismic assessments, utilizing FEMA P-50 guidelines, evaluate your property's specific vulnerabilities and prioritize cost-effective improvements. Our partnerships with structural engineering experts ensure that all work complies with current codes and maximizes protection per dollar invested.  

Lastly, non-structural retrofitting focuses on critical safety systems, including water heater bracing, automatic gas shut-off valves, and chimney anchoring. These modest investments prevent post-earthquake fires and injuries, offering significant immediate safety improvements.