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VETSEL, LLC

122 S Berkley Blvd
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VETSEL, LLC

122 S Berkley Blvd
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VETSEL LLC provides skilled management and labor for repair-alteration-renovation of commercial and residential properties, and is an active Contractor at all of our eastern North Carolina Military Base Facilities. Principal Partner Mark Oljaca is a Licensed Building Contractor in NC since 1995. Our firm has all of the certificates, training, and credentials required to perform Federal and State Government projects. Owner Stan LaFlamme is a Service Disabled Veteran, and our firm does offer DISCOUNTS to active and retired Veterans and Disabled Vets, as well as a senior citizen discount.

VETSEL LLC provides skilled management and labor for repair-alteration-renovation of commercial and residential properties, and is an active Contractor at all of our eastern North Carolina Military Base Facilities. Principal Partner Mark Oljaca is a Licensed Building Contractor in NC since 1995. Our firm has all of the certificates, training, and credentials required to perform Federal and State Government projects. Owner Stan LaFlamme is a Service Disabled Veteran, and our firm does offer DISCOUNTS to active and retired Veterans and Disabled Vets, as well as a senior citizen discount.

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.

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.

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.

Earthquake retrofitting can increase your home value, making it a great return on investment. This feature is especially valuable in areas prone to earthquakes. Besides the increased safety value (not only for your family but for the next family who moves in), earthquake retrofitting also helps lower homeowners insurance rates. In addition, having your home earthquake retrofitted can make it easier to get a home loan since they are considered lower risk.

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