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Patriot Earthworks LLC

5 Oregon Trail
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Patriot Earthworks LLC

5 Oregon Trail
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Patriot Earthworks is a Veteran & Family Owned excavation company here in the Gallatin Valley. We specialize in all excavation and grading. (Building footings, driveways/sidewalk prep, underground utilities, roads and septic systems) Between both owners Patriot Excavation has 21 years of experience in the industry.

"It went great."

Kent S on August 2023

Patriot Earthworks is a Veteran & Family Owned excavation company here in the Gallatin Valley. We specialize in all excavation and grading. (Building footings, driveways/sidewalk prep, underground utilities, roads and septic systems) Between both owners Patriot Excavation has 21 years of experience in the industry.

"It went great."

Kent S on August 2023

Northern Roofing Consultants LLC

707 S Seventh St
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Northern Roofing Consultants LLC

707 S Seventh St
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Northern roofing Consultants We are family owned and operated. Our family has been in the roofing business for over 50 years with three generations still working and managing the business today. Experience, Quality, and Customer satisfaction, that's the NRC way, all the way.

Northern roofing Consultants We are family owned and operated. Our family has been in the roofing business for over 50 years with three generations still working and managing the business today. Experience, Quality, and Customer satisfaction, that's the NRC way, all the way.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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