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Lukins & Associates

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Lukins & Associates

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15 years of experience

Lukins & Associates is a crisis management consulting firm (emergency response, security, environmental response). We are active throughout the United States and in numerous countries. L&A is the SOLE authorized ACE Security Laminates dealer in California!

Lukins & Associates is a crisis management consulting firm (emergency response, security, environmental response). We are active throughout the United States and in numerous countries. L&A is the SOLE authorized ACE Security Laminates dealer in California!

A&E Associated

10401 Clark St.
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A&E Associated

10401 Clark St.
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49 years of experience

A&E has been in business for more than 40 years serving Northern California and all parts of the country. A&E provides both architectural and engineering services. A&E is one of only a handful of people in the state that is both architect and structural engineer. Well experienced in residential, commercial, industrial, educational and agricultural buildings.

A&E has been in business for more than 40 years serving Northern California and all parts of the country. A&E provides both architectural and engineering services. A&E is one of only a handful of people in the state that is both architect and structural engineer. Well experienced in residential, commercial, industrial, educational and agricultural buildings.

California West Construction

P.O 731
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California West Construction

P.O 731
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38 years of experience

California West Construction carries a crew of 2-5 employees as required for the jobsite. Specialize in Framing, Concrete, Finish Carpentry, installation of doors, windows.Our State Contractor license # 513486 carries a B- General Contractor, and C-8, Concrete Construction, as well as Certified HIC, Home Improvement Contractor. We use subcontractors that we have had a successful relationship for many years. Our proposals are written up, adding up hard costs, with a overhead and profit margin added on as a percentage based on size of project. All costs are listed item by item so you see actual costs of each phase the project. Their are no costs associated with proposals. Standard 10%, or maximum $1000.00, deposit on Projects.

California West Construction carries a crew of 2-5 employees as required for the jobsite. Specialize in Framing, Concrete, Finish Carpentry, installation of doors, windows.Our State Contractor license # 513486 carries a B- General Contractor, and C-8, Concrete Construction, as well as Certified HIC, Home Improvement Contractor. We use subcontractors that we have had a successful relationship for many years. Our proposals are written up, adding up hard costs, with a overhead and profit margin added on as a percentage based on size of project. All costs are listed item by item so you see actual costs of each phase the project. Their are no costs associated with proposals. Standard 10%, or maximum $1000.00, deposit on Projects.

Earthquake Retrofitting questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

It is not advisable to try to retrofit your home without the expertise of a professional. These projects usually require a consultation with a structural engineer and a plumber for any gas-related adjustments. Working with a professional earthquake retrofitting contractor is the best way to ensure that any structural work done to your home will help protect you and your family.

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.

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.

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