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Patriot Earthworks LLC

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Patriot Earthworks LLC

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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.

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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

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Northern Roofing Consultants LLC

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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

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.

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.

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.

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.

Depending on where you live, your insurance company may require you to have a seismic shut-off valve. It depends on local regulations along with the specific provider. If it’s not a requirement, many providers will offer a discount if you install an earthquake valve, which can save you 5% or more. Contact your provider to learn about potential savings for your plan.

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