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Bickford Construction, Inc.

PO Box 1144
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Bickford Construction, Inc.

PO Box 1144
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
3 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

At Bickford Construction, you get a team of experienced contractors that can help in all aspects of your project from pre-construction through completion. We take pride in delivering results on every project in a timely manner and within budget. We also bring decades of relationships with key people involved in ensuring your projects go as smoothly as possible. We understand that the last thing you want is a headache or to spend more money than you planned on. With us, we make it a priority to ensure your project is completed without setbacks. Bickfordconstruction.com

"They did what they said they would do. They did it in a very timely manner. They were always professional and got the job done."

Patrick V on January 2023

At Bickford Construction, you get a team of experienced contractors that can help in all aspects of your project from pre-construction through completion. We take pride in delivering results on every project in a timely manner and within budget. We also bring decades of relationships with key people involved in ensuring your projects go as smoothly as possible. We understand that the last thing you want is a headache or to spend more money than you planned on. With us, we make it a priority to ensure your project is completed without setbacks. Bickfordconstruction.com

"They did what they said they would do. They did it in a very timely manner. They were always professional and got the job done."

Patrick V on January 2023


Thomas R. Allison Construction

1079 Sunrise Ave. B-139
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Thomas R. Allison Construction

1079 Sunrise Ave. B-139
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45 years of experience

We have extensive experience in residential and commercial construction, but there's no job too small. We are a general contractor and design-build firm with 30 years of experience and satisfied customers. We have extensive experience in residential and commercial construction and development, but we treat even the smallest of jobs with care and expertise.

We have extensive experience in residential and commercial construction, but there's no job too small. We are a general contractor and design-build firm with 30 years of experience and satisfied customers. We have extensive experience in residential and commercial construction and development, but we treat even the smallest of jobs with care and expertise.








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JB Construction

3295 Shelby Place
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JB Construction

3295 Shelby Place
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17 years of experience

We are a General Contractor specializing in kitchen and bathroom remodel. We also handle other various home remodel projects, such as door/ window replacement, interior/exterior room additions, all types of electrical projects, sunroom/patio covers, decks, fences, gates (including automatic gates), barns/sheds, and landscaping.

We are a General Contractor specializing in kitchen and bathroom remodel. We also handle other various home remodel projects, such as door/ window replacement, interior/exterior room additions, all types of electrical projects, sunroom/patio covers, decks, fences, gates (including automatic gates), barns/sheds, and landscaping.


Bowerbird Remodeling

8680 Wintu Way
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Bowerbird Remodeling

8680 Wintu Way
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28 years of experience

Headquartered in Davis and serving all of Northern California, Bowerbird Remodeling and Construction offers complete remodeling and construction services for your home. Our forte includes kitchen renovations, bathroom renovations, additions/guest houses and whole-house energy upgrades. We can help you with every step of your project from designing and material selection through permitting and complete construction following up with a 3 year warranty. We also do a wide range of carpentry work including custom cabinetry and mill work. If one of your goals is to maximize the comfort, the efficiency, value and health of your living space and home, please let us offer our input and give you a free estimate.

Headquartered in Davis and serving all of Northern California, Bowerbird Remodeling and Construction offers complete remodeling and construction services for your home. Our forte includes kitchen renovations, bathroom renovations, additions/guest houses and whole-house energy upgrades. We can help you with every step of your project from designing and material selection through permitting and complete construction following up with a 3 year warranty. We also do a wide range of carpentry work including custom cabinetry and mill work. If one of your goals is to maximize the comfort, the efficiency, value and health of your living space and home, please let us offer our input and give you a free estimate.

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Earthquake Retrofitting questions, answered by experts

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.

Projects will vary based on size and scope, but an average earthquake retrofit takes between two weeks and two months. This includes the initial evaluation and plan, bidding and contract paperwork, permitting and approval process, actual work, and final inspection. Your contractor should give you a more accurate time estimate for your specific project, and they may be able to estimate how long the permitting process will take for your area.

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.

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.

Hearing or feeling vibrations in your house can be unsettling, but there are a few possible causes for a vibrating noise in your wall or floor. Light bulbs and fixtures, circuit breakers, loose pipes, or faulty wiring could all cause vibrations. If you’re not sure what’s causing the vibrations, you can call a contractor to assess your home and narrow down the cause.

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