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Investment Engineering

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Investment Engineering

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15 years of experience

Structural engineering services for residential and commercial clients. We offer efficient and reliable customer care and cost effective solutions to structural issues. Our engineers will provide rapid response and communicate sound engineering solutions for your project.

Structural engineering services for residential and commercial clients. We offer efficient and reliable customer care and cost effective solutions to structural issues. Our engineers will provide rapid response and communicate sound engineering solutions for your project.

Total Construction by Dale Lands LLC..

13376 US Hwy 70 Business West
2.00(
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Total Construction by Dale Lands LLC..

13376 US Hwy 70 Business West
2.00(
8
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37 years of experience

We are a full service General Contractor but we also offer many small services to help you with any needs. We do all kinds of new construction from residential to commercial and also offer many maintenance choices from your yard to your roof.

"Communication was great. The house is tall and on a hill. We talked to 3 different companies about doing the work. One company chose not to do it because the house is tall and sits on a hill. Of the other two companies, Total Construction had the best estimate and the people were so nice. I'm so glad they came out to do the work. Each day they cleaned up behind themselves and made it easy for my family to live in the home even though the work was being done. Everything looks so nice now. I know some of my neighbors will be using this company now because they loved watching the work & the outcome!! Great Company!!! Highly recommended!!"

Melynda S on March 2022

We are a full service General Contractor but we also offer many small services to help you with any needs. We do all kinds of new construction from residential to commercial and also offer many maintenance choices from your yard to your roof.

"Communication was great. The house is tall and on a hill. We talked to 3 different companies about doing the work. One company chose not to do it because the house is tall and sits on a hill. Of the other two companies, Total Construction had the best estimate and the people were so nice. I'm so glad they came out to do the work. Each day they cleaned up behind themselves and made it easy for my family to live in the home even though the work was being done. Everything looks so nice now. I know some of my neighbors will be using this company now because they loved watching the work & the outcome!! Great Company!!! Highly recommended!!"

Melynda S on March 2022

Greystone Animal Hospital

7713 Lead Mine Rd
5.00(
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Greystone Animal Hospital

7713 Lead Mine Rd
5.00(
6
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Veterinarian owns and operates without employees Offers personal one on one service with a quiet, calm office atmosphere Appointments scheduled so that only one client is in the office at that appointed time to allow for less stress on the pets

Veterinarian owns and operates without employees Offers personal one on one service with a quiet, calm office atmosphere Appointments scheduled so that only one client is in the office at that appointed time to allow for less stress on the pets

RANDY L EMMITT REPAIRS & RENOVATIONS

6514 ROCKY TOP DR
4.82(
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RANDY L EMMITT REPAIRS & RENOVATIONS

6514 ROCKY TOP DR
4.82(
33
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

35 YEARS OF CARPENTRY AND CONSTRUCTION EXPERIENCE. FROM BROKEN GLASS TO COMPLETE RENOVATIONS, WE CAN BUILD YOUR DREAMS. OWNER OPERATED. NO SUBS. COST IS DETERMINED BY THE JOB. TRAVEL CHARGE APPLIES. MAY CONTACT BY EMAIL.

35 YEARS OF CARPENTRY AND CONSTRUCTION EXPERIENCE. FROM BROKEN GLASS TO COMPLETE RENOVATIONS, WE CAN BUILD YOUR DREAMS. OWNER OPERATED. NO SUBS. COST IS DETERMINED BY THE JOB. TRAVEL CHARGE APPLIES. MAY CONTACT BY EMAIL.

Earthquake Retrofitting questions, answered by experts

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.

Almost all new buildings in California need an earthquake shut-off valve. The requirements for an earthquake gas shut-off valve (and who can install it) depend on where you live. For example, according to the Los Angeles Municipal Code, you’re required to hire a licensed contractor to install one whenever you build, sell, or renovate a home. Check with your local building department for your city’s laws on installing, permitting, and inspecting earthquake shut-off valves.

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.

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.

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

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