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Orkin Pest Control

200 Main St Ste C
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Orkin Pest Control

200 Main St Ste C
4.60(
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Customers say: True professional
124 years of experience

Although your pest problem may be specific to region and season, new pests can threaten throughout the year. That’s why Orkin offers Home Pest Control Services and Termite Control Solutions (termite inspection) targeting a variety of pests in your neighborhood or residential area for year-round protection.

Although your pest problem may be specific to region and season, new pests can threaten throughout the year. That’s why Orkin offers Home Pest Control Services and Termite Control Solutions (termite inspection) targeting a variety of pests in your neighborhood or residential area for year-round protection.


Ivan Filev

PO Box 201
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Ivan Filev

PO Box 201
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39 years of experience

Structural Engineer based in Boston, providing consulting services to architects, developers, contractors, builders, institutions, and property owners throughout New England, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Florida and California.

Structural Engineer based in Boston, providing consulting services to architects, developers, contractors, builders, institutions, and property owners throughout New England, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Florida and California.

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.

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.

Almost all new buildings in California need an earthquake shut-off valve. The requirements for an earthquake gas shut-off valve (and who can install it) depend on where you live. For example, according to the Los Angeles Municipal Code, you’re required to hire a licensed contractor to install one whenever you build, sell, or renovate a home. Check with your local building department for your city’s laws on installing, permitting, and inspecting earthquake shut-off valves.

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.

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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