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American Eagle Pro Services Inc

803 Monroe Manor Rd
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American Eagle Pro Services Inc

803 Monroe Manor Rd
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American Eagle Professional Services provides professional contractor services to homeowners and business throughout central Maryland. We are the leader in our industry for Mold Abatement, Fire Restoration, Water Damage Clean Up and complete remodeling services. American Eagle has been in business for over twenty years, and has performed thousands of water, fire, and mold related restoration jobs!

American Eagle Professional Services provides professional contractor services to homeowners and business throughout central Maryland. We are the leader in our industry for Mold Abatement, Fire Restoration, Water Damage Clean Up and complete remodeling services. American Eagle has been in business for over twenty years, and has performed thousands of water, fire, and mold related restoration jobs!

Earthquake Retrofitting questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

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.

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.

Hearing or feeling vibrations in your house can be unsettling, but there are a few possible causes for a vibrating noise in your wall or floor. Light bulbs and fixtures, circuit breakers, loose pipes, or faulty wiring could all cause vibrations. If you’re not sure what’s causing the vibrations, you can call a contractor to assess your home and narrow down the cause.

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