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JN build pro construction

1924 Hyde Park Ln
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JN build pro construction

1924 Hyde Park Ln
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13 years of experience

Hello my name is John, I am a General contractor I have 6 employees including myself, I work along with my employees I only take one to two jobs at a time my Co does most of the work we keep almost everything in house bigger project I will sub out certain contractors like electrical, Plumbing, heating and air, roofing, I will come out personally to see your project and provide a free estimate

Hello my name is John, I am a General contractor I have 6 employees including myself, I work along with my employees I only take one to two jobs at a time my Co does most of the work we keep almost everything in house bigger project I will sub out certain contractors like electrical, Plumbing, heating and air, roofing, I will come out personally to see your project and provide a free estimate

Fisher Bros House Moving Co Inc

2801 Lovelace Rd
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Fisher Bros House Moving Co Inc

2801 Lovelace Rd
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Fisher Bros, Inc. is a general contractor with 5 generations of experience. Our company specializes in moving, raising, leveling, and shoring homes/buildings. We perform foundation repairs and are certified Pier Tech Contractors.

Fisher Bros, Inc. is a general contractor with 5 generations of experience. Our company specializes in moving, raising, leveling, and shoring homes/buildings. We perform foundation repairs and are certified Pier Tech Contractors.

AIC Services

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AIC Services

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28 years of experience

AIC has been a family owned and operated company for fifteen years; we have an understanding for work situations. AIC Services has always strived to develop and cherish our long time relationships with customers. AIC attains the majority of its business by referrals made from previous clients. AIC makes every effort to meet customer’s needs, but we thrive by surpassing our customer’s expectations; our work speaks for its self. We here at AIC have trust in our company and our employee's, as such we promise 100% satisfaction guaranteed. We all believe in quality workmanship and always producing quality work.

AIC has been a family owned and operated company for fifteen years; we have an understanding for work situations. AIC Services has always strived to develop and cherish our long time relationships with customers. AIC attains the majority of its business by referrals made from previous clients. AIC makes every effort to meet customer’s needs, but we thrive by surpassing our customer’s expectations; our work speaks for its self. We here at AIC have trust in our company and our employee's, as such we promise 100% satisfaction guaranteed. We all believe in quality workmanship and always producing quality work.

Generation Builders

P.O. Box 23
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Generation Builders

P.O. Box 23
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16 years of experience

Here at Generation Builders we only build with the best products and the latest technologies. We are fourth generation home builders so there isn't much we have not seen or dealt with. We are very perticular about our work and dont accept sloppy or thrown together jobs. We like quality. If we cant do it right we dont want the job. We always get permits if needed for the job and never take advantage of customers. We like to think of ourselves like a different breed of contractors. Not like the ones you hear about from your freind that makes all of us look bad. Please consider our services if you want the job done right!

Here at Generation Builders we only build with the best products and the latest technologies. We are fourth generation home builders so there isn't much we have not seen or dealt with. We are very perticular about our work and dont accept sloppy or thrown together jobs. We like quality. If we cant do it right we dont want the job. We always get permits if needed for the job and never take advantage of customers. We like to think of ourselves like a different breed of contractors. Not like the ones you hear about from your freind that makes all of us look bad. Please consider our services if you want the job done right!

Earthquake Retrofitting questions, answered by experts

Earthquake gas shut-off valves, or seismic gas shut-off valves, are safety devices that attach to your natural gas line. When an earthquake hits, the valve automatically turns off the flow of gas. Earthquake gas shut-off valves can prevent gas leaks, which are especially dangerous after a quake due to the risk of fire and explosion.

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.

A home with proper earthquake retrofitting can sustain minimal damage in earthquakes of up to 7.0 magnitude, although risks are higher based on how close and deep the earthquake is. A home closer to the earthquake epicenter will sustain greater damage, especially if the earthquake is closer to the surface of the Earth, but retrofitting can help minimize the risk of injuries.

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.

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.

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