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A+ HOME IMPROVEMENTS

11 Scottsdale Dr
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A+ HOME IMPROVEMENTS

11 Scottsdale Dr
4.92(
232
)
Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers

A + Home Improvements consists of Darrell Shroyer and a few trusted, talented people who provide help when needed. Typically, Darrell will meet with a customer prior to work beginning & review a contract, obtain a down payment and then begin working. Final payment is due on completion of job. Contact information for Darrell is 828-775-1668. Additional email - [email protected].

"I've worked with Darrell & his folks for years now and won't call anyone else. SUPER honest, affordable, courteous, and reliable. Cleans up their mess. I'm always impressed with the results!"

Jenni P on June 2022

A + Home Improvements consists of Darrell Shroyer and a few trusted, talented people who provide help when needed. Typically, Darrell will meet with a customer prior to work beginning & review a contract, obtain a down payment and then begin working. Final payment is due on completion of job. Contact information for Darrell is 828-775-1668. Additional email - [email protected].

"I've worked with Darrell & his folks for years now and won't call anyone else. SUPER honest, affordable, courteous, and reliable. Cleans up their mess. I'm always impressed with the results!"

Jenni P on June 2022

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.

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.

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.

Ensure proper ventilation, fix leaks, and schedule regular pest inspections to protect your property.

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.

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