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What is a seismic safe building?
No building is seismic safe. No building is earthquake proof. However, there are steps that can be taken to make buildings more earthquake resistant. Concrete buildings made without rebar will collapse in an earthquake. Concrete buildings and concrete block buildings in Guatemala that hold up in earthquakes are those that use a lot of rebar. It is also important to use metal straps to tie the roof to the walls. The straps are inexpensive, but they maintain the integrity of the building. The roof should have cross pieces.
How do earthquake prone countries prepare for earthquakes?
they use earthquake kits, MEDCs build earthquake proof buildings and use earthquake proof tables.
Where should you use geotextile in roof above the membrane or below the membrane?
above waterproofing membrane and insulation
Should you crouch against an inner wall during an earthquake?
The best way survive an earthquake is lay next to a piece of furniture that is longer than you are tall. You do not want to be under the furniture in case the building's roof collapses, because that piece of furniture will also collapse. When it does, there will be a void left on either side of it, where you can be safe from the falling debris.
Can you prepare for an earthquake?
what should your response to an earthquake be?
Which roofing materials should I use to modify my roof?
I would like to modify my roof. What are the best roofing materials I should use?
What is a seismic safe building?
No building is seismic safe. No building is earthquake proof. However, there are steps that can be taken to make buildings more earthquake resistant. Concrete buildings made without rebar will collapse in an earthquake. Concrete buildings and concrete block buildings in Guatemala that hold up in earthquakes are those that use a lot of rebar. It is also important to use metal straps to tie the roof to the walls. The straps are inexpensive, but they maintain the integrity of the building. The roof should have cross pieces.
How can you be injured during an earthquake?
something could fall on you, like your roof
Should my moon roof have a retractable cover door to block out sunlight when moon roof is not in use?
no way no way
Who should i contact to see if I need a new roof and what to use for my roof to last longer?
You should contact a roofing specialist to decide whether you need a new roof or not. But in the past my shingles roof has worked very successfully to weather conditions.
What is best to fix leaks in your roof?
Patch your roof. If you can afford it put a new roof on the house. This may not be affordable so you can try to patch it. You should use the same roofing material that is on your roof.
What nails should you use for multiple layers on a roof?
Just use those huge staples.
What kind of material should you use for your thatch roof?
You can use 1) natural thatch roof materials such as water reeds and 2) synthetic thatch roof materials. I recommend the latter if you are planning to put up a long lasting, durable thatch roof.
How do earthquake prone countries prepare for earthquakes?
they use earthquake kits, MEDCs build earthquake proof buildings and use earthquake proof tables.
What to do when an earthquake is orgared?
you should run when an earthquake is orgared
What was the Natural disasters in san carlos borromeo?
earthquake
How can a homeowner calculate the size of their roof?
Use the square footage of your house, and the size of your roof should be about the same. Be carefull not to include the yard in the footage or anything that is not covered by the roof, then divide the number by the number of stories your house is.
