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Advanced Restoration

2050 E. 3000 S.
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Advanced Restoration

2050 E. 3000 S.
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Noel has been in the construction Industry for 38 Years with extensive building and remodeling knowledge in both residential and commercial buildings. Noel has a complete knowledge of the building process which enables him to handle all types of problems that arise in the Restoration Industry. Noel formed Advanced Restoration in 2008 and continues to ad the most up-to-date restoration equipment possible. Advanced Restoration is a full service Restoration Company IICRC & Xactimate certified and trained. We have emergency service 24 hours a day and located at the hub of the Magic Valley, (off I84 exit 157) serving Twin Falls, Jerome, Lincoln, Elmore, and Gooding Counties. Advance Restoration is dedicated to helping restore damaged property efficiently and professionally. We are responsive to the needs of both the Insurance carrier and the property owner, with open communication and timely completion. We try to keep it simple, measure twice, cut once.

Noel has been in the construction Industry for 38 Years with extensive building and remodeling knowledge in both residential and commercial buildings. Noel has a complete knowledge of the building process which enables him to handle all types of problems that arise in the Restoration Industry. Noel formed Advanced Restoration in 2008 and continues to ad the most up-to-date restoration equipment possible. Advanced Restoration is a full service Restoration Company IICRC & Xactimate certified and trained. We have emergency service 24 hours a day and located at the hub of the Magic Valley, (off I84 exit 157) serving Twin Falls, Jerome, Lincoln, Elmore, and Gooding Counties. Advance Restoration is dedicated to helping restore damaged property efficiently and professionally. We are responsive to the needs of both the Insurance carrier and the property owner, with open communication and timely completion. We try to keep it simple, measure twice, cut once.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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