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Beyond Builders, LLC

835 Kawaiaha‘o St #3
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Beyond Builders, LLC

835 Kawaiaha‘o St #3
4.33(
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11 years of experience

We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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Arlene I on September 2025

We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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Arlene I on September 2025

RJEProductions LLC

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RJEProductions LLC

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26 years of experience

We handle all sizes of jobs. Having access to a team of highly skilled workers, or small technical jobs. Billing is invoiced and due upon completion of service. Cash discount, and checks accepted. Credit card may have a small fee due to the size of the job. Mahalo

We handle all sizes of jobs. Having access to a team of highly skilled workers, or small technical jobs. Billing is invoiced and due upon completion of service. Cash discount, and checks accepted. Credit card may have a small fee due to the size of the job. Mahalo

W.J. Hale Construction, Inc

P.O. Box 2084
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W.J. Hale Construction, Inc

P.O. Box 2084
2.00(
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31 years of experience

Licensed General Contractor in Oahu.Specializes in Plumbing, civil engineering, electrical engineering, rough and finish carpentry,heating and air conditioning.Reasonable rates with top quality service.

Licensed General Contractor in Oahu.Specializes in Plumbing, civil engineering, electrical engineering, rough and finish carpentry,heating and air conditioning.Reasonable rates with top quality service.

Earthquake Retrofitting questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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