SEISMIC RETROFITTING

PREPARING FOR THE 'WHEN'

We have been putting information out about the Cascadia Quake as well as offering Seismic Retrofitting but it has been awhile since we last talked about it so here is a little refresher as well as a crash course for those who may still be unaware. California, Oregon, and Washington are located in a subduction zone. The Pacific Plate and the Juan de Fuca Plate are pushing together. When the friction becomes too much, the Juan de Fuca plate will slip under the North American Plate (the Pacific Plate). When this happens the result will be an 8.5 to 9.0 magnitude earthquake which will trigger a massive tsunami and thousands of landslides through the Pacific Northwest. It will be the worst natural disaster in the history of North America. The destruction will displace a million people and take years to rebuild. Did you know that according to FEMA an estimated 75% of all structures in Oregon are not designed to withstand a major quake? 

Here at John's Waterproofing, we strive to help educate and prepare homeowners for a seismic event. We provide Seismic retrofitting and bracing in new and existing homes. We also are partners with Pamplin Media to sponsor an assortment of Public Service Broadcasts surrounding disaster preparedness. This year we will become a trained and certified disaster response location to help teach and train others in how to respond when disaster strikes. 

Call today for a free estimate on seismic retrofitting and foundation bracing. In addition, ask us about resources to help you and your family prepare for natural emergencies.