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Seismic assessment of a building or structure
A seismic report for organisations' properties — inspection of structures and a verification calculation for seismic loads, with official conclusions. We work across Kazakhstan.
- from 200,000 KZT
- 1–6 weeks
- 300+ projects across Kazakhstan
- accepted by GASK, the akimat and state expert review
When a seismic report is needed
A seismic report is an assessment of a building's seismic resistance: whether it can withstand the design seismic loads set for the construction area. In Almaty and the south and south-east of Kazakhstan this is a key question for any capital property.
KAZNICEP LLP inspects the load-bearing structures, performs a verification calculation for seismic actions and prepares a report on the basis of which decisions are made on reconstruction, floor addition, operation or the need for seismic strengthening.
A seismic report is especially important for properties of increased responsibility — schools, kindergartens, hospitals, retail and public buildings — and when reconstructing or adding floors to existing structures.
A site visit by specialists and a study of the design and technical documentation.
Inspection of the load-bearing structures, determination of material strength, recording of defects.
A verification calculation of the building for the seismic loads of its seismic zone.
A seismic-assessment report with conclusions and recommendations on seismic strengthening.
Frequently asked questions
What is a seismic report and when is it needed?
A seismic report is an official assessment of a building's seismic resistance: whether it can withstand the design seismic loads for the construction area. It is needed before reconstruction, floor addition and major repair, when commissioning a property, to assess the condition after an earthquake, and when seismic-resistance requirements have changed or the property changes its use.
How much does a seismic assessment of a building cost?
The cost starts from 200,000 KZT and depends on the property: floor area, number of storeys, structural scheme, condition of the structures and the volume of verification calculations. We give an exact price after clarifying the input data for the property.
How long does a seismic inspection and the issue of the report take?
From 1 to 6 weeks. The timeline depends on the area and complexity of the property, the volume of instrumental work and the verification calculations for seismic actions.
Is a seismic report suitable for GASK, the akimat and state expert review?
Yes. The report is prepared in accordance with the building codes of the Republic of Kazakhstan on seismic-resistant construction and is used for approvals with the authorised bodies and when passing state expert review.
What should I do if the building fails on seismic resistance?
In the report we indicate the actual seismic-resistance deficit and give recommendations on seismic strengthening of the structures — which elements to strengthen and how, so that the property meets the requirements for its seismic zone.
Do you inspect properties across Kazakhstan?
Yes. Administrative, industrial, public and residential buildings — schools, hospitals, retail and office centres, industrial facilities — we inspect across Kazakhstan.
Technical
inspection of buildings
A seismic assessment is part of the technical inspection of a building with a verification calculation for seismic loads.