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PolySeal Insulation LLC

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PolySeal Insulation LLC

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
30 local quotes requested

We're a family-owned, residential construction contractor based in Alaska and have been in business for over 20 years. Our niche is specialty construction solutions. We thrive on trouble-shooting and solving construction problems unique to Alaska - this ranges from insulation methods to combat extremely cold weather, Geo-foam applications to stabilize settling ground, lifting settled houses, creating curtain walls for water abatement, sea wall stabilization, grout injection, helical piers, and the like. We have multiple teams of highly qualified and certified technicians with years of experience. We take pride in providing high-quality products and services to our customers, and our reviews reflect the hard work we have put in.

"Excellent, perfectly done. Would recommend to everyone"

Andy H on March 2024

We're a family-owned, residential construction contractor based in Alaska and have been in business for over 20 years. Our niche is specialty construction solutions. We thrive on trouble-shooting and solving construction problems unique to Alaska - this ranges from insulation methods to combat extremely cold weather, Geo-foam applications to stabilize settling ground, lifting settled houses, creating curtain walls for water abatement, sea wall stabilization, grout injection, helical piers, and the like. We have multiple teams of highly qualified and certified technicians with years of experience. We take pride in providing high-quality products and services to our customers, and our reviews reflect the hard work we have put in.

"Excellent, perfectly done. Would recommend to everyone"

Andy H on March 2024


Beck Construction, LLC

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Beck Construction, LLC

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3 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Beck Construction, LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Beck Construction, LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.


CBS Remodeling

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CBS Remodeling

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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
29 years of experience

CBS Remodeling is a locally owned and operated full service remodeling firm. With over 25 years of experience, we provide all of our clients with high end work and pride ourselves in customer service! Please reach out today! We specialize in all aspects of the home. We look forward to consulting with you on your next project.

"I have worked with him 5 years. He is very competitive."

Larry M on August 2019

CBS Remodeling is a locally owned and operated full service remodeling firm. With over 25 years of experience, we provide all of our clients with high end work and pride ourselves in customer service! Please reach out today! We specialize in all aspects of the home. We look forward to consulting with you on your next project.

"I have worked with him 5 years. He is very competitive."

Larry M on August 2019

Earthquake Retrofitting questions, answered by experts

Many homeowners want to know whether earthquake retrofitting is tax deductible. Because it’s often considered a capital improvement, you usually can’t deduct it. In some cases and locations, you may qualify for tax incentives, but you’ll need to talk to a tax professional or the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) about your specific circumstances. You may also be able to find grant money for seismic upgrades, which can lower the cost of your insurance premiums and save money over time.

An earthquake retrofit is essential for safety in an earthquake-prone area. Without proper retrofitting, your home is at risk of sliding off the foundation, shifting, or collapsing.

You may also require a retrofit if your home was built before 1980 when building codes began requiring reinforcing, bracing, and bolting for new construction. You may not be eligible for insurance to help pay for earthquake-related damages without a retrofit.

Generally, the retrofitting process can take two to four weeks. Your contractor will let you know if staying in your home for the entire project is feasible. However, most people are able to remain at home. If your home is undergoing earthquake rehab, it's more likely that you'll need to leave until work is complete. Your earthquake insurance may cover boarding costs if your home is deemed unsafe.

Costs vary as much as timelines. The average earthquake retrofit costs between $3,500 and $8,700. However, homes on hillsides, large homes, and those with rooms over garages can cost up to $12,000 or more. Make sure to get a few estimates to compare the cost and services.

According to the Earthquake Country Alliance—a public and private alliance in California that works to improve earthquake and tsunami readiness—reports that unreinforced masonry, such as stone, bricks, and hollow clay tiles, is more susceptible to earthquake damage. The mortar between bricks isn’t as stable as other building materials and methods.

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