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Earthquake

Posted: Tue Jan 20, 2004 2:12 pm
by John
I just thought of something that nobody else has touched on....

What about safety in an Earthquake? I live in an area prone to sush natural disasters.. I am not concerned about Hurricanes or tornadoes as I don't live in an area where it is a concern.

What do I need to consider as unique from a traditional house with regards to an earthquake?

Re: Earthquake

Posted: Wed Jan 21, 2004 12:52 pm
by mac
A study I read showed them holding up very well. When they fell off their supports, the damage was repaired and they were re-set. There are anchor systems available to pin them down. This would be the equivalent of the bolted sill plates in a site-built house. Don't have cost info, sorry.