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The Women's Institute of Cosmetic & Laser Surgery is a plastic surgery office that features an ABPS (American Board of Plastic Surgery) board certified plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon. The Women's Institute has multiple Chicagoland Locations and offers a variety of services including but not limited to; plastic surgery procedures, Botox, Cosmetic Fillers, Laser hair reduction/wrinkle reduction and offers many full lines of medical grade skin care products.

The Women's Institute of Cosmetic & Laser Surgery is a plastic surgery office that features an ABPS (American Board of Plastic Surgery) board certified plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon. The Women's Institute has multiple Chicagoland Locations and offers a variety of services including but not limited to; plastic surgery procedures, Botox, Cosmetic Fillers, Laser hair reduction/wrinkle reduction and offers many full lines of medical grade skin care products.

Earthquake Retrofitting questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

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.

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.

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