WHERE WE WORK
CALIFORNIA
California is one of the most seismically active states in the country, making earthquake retrofitting a necessity for building owners. Many commercial, industrial, and multifamily structures, especially those built before 1996, were not designed to meet modern seismic safety standards.
Cities like Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Oakland have enacted mandatory retrofit ordinances for specific building types. In other areas, retrofitting remains a proactive step to strengthen older structures and support financing or insurance approval.
Seismic risk is higher in California
California has more active fault lines than any other U.S. state, making earthquake preparedness a necessity—not a luxury. High-risk zones include:
San Andreas Fault
Hayward Fault
Threatens the densely populated Bay Area.
Newport-Inglewood Fault
Cascadia Subduction Zone
Given the frequency and severity of seismic events across the state, strengthening your building isn’t just about compliance—it’s a vital investment in long-term safety and operational resilience.
Areas We Serve in California
We proudly serve commercial and industrial properties throughout California, including:
Los Angeles County (Los Angeles, Long Beach, Pasadena, Glendale)
San Francisco Bay Area (San Francisco, Oakland, San Jose, Fremont)
Orange County (Santa Ana, Anaheim, Irvine, Huntington Beach)
San Diego County (San Diego, Chula Vista, Escondido, Carlsbad)
Inland Empire (Riverside, San Bernardino, Ontario, Rancho Cucamonga)
Sacramento County (Sacramento, Elk Grove, Citrus Heights)
Central Valley (Fresno, Bakersfield, Modesto, Stockton)
Ventura County & Central Coast (Ventura, Oxnard, Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo)
Guiding a First-Time Owner Through Seismic Retrofit and Unexpected Repairs
Guided a first-time owner through a seamless seismic retrofit, protecting high-value inventory, resolving surprise issues fast, and delivering the project with total tenant satisfaction.
N/a. Montebello, CA
What our clients have to say
“Saunders Construction has completed the construction of numerous seismic retrofits for some of our most valued clients with projects in seismically vulnerable states of California, Washington, and Nevada.
We are able to recommend your firm to our clients because we have confidence that your organization will execute the work according to the construction documents prepared by our office and with the extra care and attention required by the building tenants.”
Jeff Dyer
J.S. DYER & ASSOCIATES, INC.
Partner With Saunders for Your Next Project
At Saunders Seismic, we make seismic retrofits straightforward, not overwhelming. Whether you manage a REIT, oversee multiple properties, or simply need a reliable partner for your next retrofit project, we support every stage—from early budgeting through final closeout—with clear communication, minimal tenant disruption, and cost-conscious execution.
The result? Safer buildings, smoother construction, and peace of mind for owners, investors, and property teams.
Protect your portfolio and preserve long-term value. Contact Saunders Seismic today to start planning with confidence.