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Womens Institute of Cosmetic & Laser Surgery, LLC

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Womens Institute of Cosmetic & Laser Surgery, LLC

2631 Williamsburg Ave
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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

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.

Costs vary as much as timelines. The average earthquake retrofit costs between $3,500 and $8,700. However, homes on hillsides, large homes, and those with rooms over garages can cost up to $12,000 or more. Make sure to get a few estimates to compare the cost and services.

An earthquake retrofit is essential for safety in an earthquake-prone area. Without proper retrofitting, your home is at risk of sliding off the foundation, shifting, or collapsing.

You may also require a retrofit if your home was built before 1980 when building codes began requiring reinforcing, bracing, and bolting for new construction. You may not be eligible for insurance to help pay for earthquake-related damages without a retrofit.

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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