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McMullin Construction, LLC

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At McMullin Construction, LLC we provide Residential Construction Services, Commercial Construction Services, Property Restoration Services, and Commercial Property Maintenance Services. We go above and beyond the normal expectations of our clients by offering 24/7 emergency services for both property maintenance and property restoration services (Insurance related claims that leave clients devastated). Please ask us about our Senior as well as Military discounts and "Refer a Friend" program.

At McMullin Construction, LLC we provide Residential Construction Services, Commercial Construction Services, Property Restoration Services, and Commercial Property Maintenance Services. We go above and beyond the normal expectations of our clients by offering 24/7 emergency services for both property maintenance and property restoration services (Insurance related claims that leave clients devastated). Please ask us about our Senior as well as Military discounts and "Refer a Friend" program.

Ruhl and Son Construction & Excavation

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Ruhl and Son Construction & Excavation

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We are a full service Construction Company, We have been doing business in the St. Louis Area for over 100 years. We are small, but we like being small that way we can give a better service to our customers.

We are a full service Construction Company, We have been doing business in the St. Louis Area for over 100 years. We are small, but we like being small that way we can give a better service to our customers.

Earthquake Retrofitting questions, answered by experts

Even if you invested in the cost of a gas shut-off valve for your oven and other appliances, it’s a good idea to add a seismic shut-off valve as an extra safety measure. 

Gas shut-off valves for appliances are manual, meaning someone has to cut off the flow of gas. This leaves room for error, as you might not be home or might be too distracted to think about gas lines during an earthquake. An earthquake valve is automatic and will protect your home from gas-related disasters in the event of an earthquake.

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.

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.

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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