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Global Hill Construction Corp.

2566 Radcliff Ave
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Global Hill Construction Corp.

2566 Radcliff Ave
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Customers say: Terrific value
18 years of experience

Global Hill Construction Corporation is leading in Construction business from 1992 in New York. Now in 2007 it expanded business, and registered in Connecticut State. Free Estimate, 24/7 Service, Free Green Report of Energy Saving, No Trip Charges.

Global Hill Construction Corporation is leading in Construction business from 1992 in New York. Now in 2007 it expanded business, and registered in Connecticut State. Free Estimate, 24/7 Service, Free Green Report of Energy Saving, No Trip Charges.

Apples to Apples Inc.

1204 Main Street
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Apples to Apples Inc.

1204 Main Street
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15 years of experience

Apples to Apples LLC (A2A) is a project design and consulting firm that provides home owners professional yet affordable tools to plan, comparatively bid and manage large home improvement projects. At the core of our services is the concept of Comparative Shopping (bidding)…which is all about gathering the necessary information that makes good buying choices possible. A2A considers Angie’s List to be a great resource for home owners, especially in qualifying contractors. However, the real devil (and dollars) are in the details. Having great contractors is a good start, but having the right details, materials and comparative bid form for these companies is ESSENTIAL to taking control of your upcoming work. Competitive bidding is a great tool for maximizing value, when done correctly. If done inconsistently or by allowing contractors to define the rules and project scope, the Owner has no way of knowing where the best value lies. Anyone who has considered such large purchases understands the time and energy it takes to "get it right". Check us out at www.myprojectbid.com to learn more.

Apples to Apples LLC (A2A) is a project design and consulting firm that provides home owners professional yet affordable tools to plan, comparatively bid and manage large home improvement projects. At the core of our services is the concept of Comparative Shopping (bidding)…which is all about gathering the necessary information that makes good buying choices possible. A2A considers Angie’s List to be a great resource for home owners, especially in qualifying contractors. However, the real devil (and dollars) are in the details. Having great contractors is a good start, but having the right details, materials and comparative bid form for these companies is ESSENTIAL to taking control of your upcoming work. Competitive bidding is a great tool for maximizing value, when done correctly. If done inconsistently or by allowing contractors to define the rules and project scope, the Owner has no way of knowing where the best value lies. Anyone who has considered such large purchases understands the time and energy it takes to "get it right". Check us out at www.myprojectbid.com to learn more.

Earthquake Retrofitting questions, answered by experts

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.

Depending on where you live, your insurance company may require you to have a seismic shut-off valve. It depends on local regulations along with the specific provider. If it’s not a requirement, many providers will offer a discount if you install an earthquake valve, which can save you 5% or more. Contact your provider to learn about potential savings for your plan.

First, you can expect the project to be loud. If you have pets, you might want to take them to a friend's house during the day so they are not disturbed by any of the loud noises. In addition, you’ll need to provide the retrofit team access to areas of the house that will need to be worked on, meaning you’ll need to relocate personal items, clear clutter, and make pathways for the crew. Once the project is complete, a local building inspector will conduct a final inspection to ensure that the retrofitting is up to code.

Grounding is a great first step to prevent electrical shock, but you can take it further with GFCI outlets and AFCIs (arc fault circuit interrupters). In particular, AFCIs help protect against the type of electrical arcs that cause fires, like if a mouse chews on a wire or your laptop starts overheating at the wall. These are required in some areas of your home.

According to the Earthquake Country Alliance—a public and private alliance in California that works to improve earthquake and tsunami readiness—reports that unreinforced masonry, such as stone, bricks, and hollow clay tiles, is more susceptible to earthquake damage. The mortar between bricks isn’t as stable as other building materials and methods.

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