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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!

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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

Earthquake retrofitting can increase your home value, making it a great return on investment. This feature is especially valuable in areas prone to earthquakes. Besides the increased safety value (not only for your family but for the next family who moves in), earthquake retrofitting also helps lower homeowners insurance rates. In addition, having your home earthquake retrofitted can make it easier to get a home loan since they are considered lower risk.

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

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.

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.

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