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With over 40 Years of construction experience the dedicated Pros of K&B are ready to go to work for you. At K&B providing quality service, and a quality product whether a new custom home, new commercial office space or an RV Garage addition. K&B knows that quality service means providing the best pricing on the best product and that the best product means understanding that living in and with that new home or remodel must be both a pleasure and must be affordable. K&B incorporates the newest methods, materials, and construction techniques to insure you, our clients, the highest quality construction at the lowest possible price.

With over 40 Years of construction experience the dedicated Pros of K&B are ready to go to work for you. At K&B providing quality service, and a quality product whether a new custom home, new commercial office space or an RV Garage addition. K&B knows that quality service means providing the best pricing on the best product and that the best product means understanding that living in and with that new home or remodel must be both a pleasure and must be affordable. K&B incorporates the newest methods, materials, and construction techniques to insure you, our clients, the highest quality construction at the lowest possible price.

Earthquake Retrofitting questions, answered by experts

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.

Even if you invested in the cost of a gas shut-off valve for your oven and other appliances, it’s a good idea to add a seismic shut-off valve as an extra safety measure. 

Gas shut-off valves for appliances are manual, meaning someone has to cut off the flow of gas. This leaves room for error, as you might not be home or might be too distracted to think about gas lines during an earthquake. An earthquake valve is automatic and will protect your home from gas-related disasters in the event of an earthquake.

Ensure proper ventilation, fix leaks, and schedule regular pest inspections to protect your property.

First, you can expect the project to be loud. If you have pets, you might want to take them to a friend's house during the day so they are not disturbed by any of the loud noises. In addition, you’ll need to provide the retrofit team access to areas of the house that will need to be worked on, meaning you’ll need to relocate personal items, clear clutter, and make pathways for the crew. Once the project is complete, a local building inspector will conduct a final inspection to ensure that the retrofitting is up to code.

Some cities or states may require you to have an earthquake gas shut-off valve. Your insurance provider may also have requirements for installing this valve. Even if you don’t have to have one by law, it’s wise to have a natural gas plumber install one anyway. These devices can be lifesaving and prevent fires or explosions in the event of a gas leak.

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