Risa Tips & Tricks: How to Use Our Structural Analysis Software

November 3, 2026

Technical Support Team: Frequently Asked Questions

RISA technical support provides engineering focused help for users of RISA structural design software. Users with an active license can contact the team by email at support@risa.com or by phone at 800-332-RISA. Find answers to common questions about contacting RISA technical support, submitting a support request, and accessing additional learning resources below. What is RISA technical support? RISA technical support connects you with knowledgeable support professionals who can help you use RISA structural design software effectively. The team can help you find answers, troubleshoot issues, and model with confidence. How can I contact RISA technical support? The best way to contact RISA technical support is by email at support@risa.com. Email makes it easy to share model files, screenshots, error messages, outputs, and other project information. This gives the support team the context needed to review the specific model conditions, investigate the question efficiently, and provide a more accurate answer. You can also call RISA technical support at 800-332-RISA. Phone support is helpful for quick, general questions that do not require the team to review a model or specific design condition. Who can use RISA technical support? RISA technical support is available to users with an active RISA license including subscription,…

Read More

RISAFoundation (8)

May 13, 2015

Circular Pedestals on Spread Footings

Circular pedestals and posts can be added to spread footings in...

Read More
April 22, 2015

Which Wall Footing Type Should I Use?

RISAFoundation has the ability to define different types of wall footings....

Read More
March 05, 2015

How to Model With Stem Walls in RISAFoundation

New in RISAFoundation V7 is a Stem Wall element. This element would be...

Read More
April 22, 2014

How can I check a Slab on Grade for Post Loads?

Need to first know how to model a slab on grade? See our Slabs on Grade...

Read More
April 15, 2014

Slab on Grade Design with RISAFoundation

RISAFoundation was originally created as mat slab design software, but...

Read More
March 18, 2014

How to Add Your Company Logo to a Report

Now you have the ability to add in your customized company logo to a...

Read More
April 24, 2013

How to Export Detailed Drawings from RISAFoundation

RISAFoundation has the ability to export detailed reinforcement drawings...

Read More
January 31, 2013

Slab Modifications in RISAFoundation

This video shows how slab modifications can used to add an opening or...

Read More
August 31, 2012

How to Model Multiple Pedestals/Loads on One Footing

RISAFoundation includes a footing element which is represented by a single...

Read More

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Our monthly "Structural Moment" newsletter is the best way to keep up with RISA’s product updates, new releases, new features, training events, webinars and more...