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BDPeak Engineering, LLC

2841 East K Street
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BDPeak Engineering, LLC

2841 East K Street
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BDPeak Engineering provides structural engineering design & drafting services for commercial, residential, industrial and institutional projects. Forensic Investigations & Engineering services are offered for residential & commercial structures. BDPeak was founded on two principles: honesty and integrity. We are professionally licensed throughout the United States, primarily focusing on the Rocky Mountain region. Our staff has been practicing structural engineering and serving the region for 15 years. BDPeak is professionally licensed in Wyoming, Colorado, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota & Texas.

"Working with Bryan and BDPeak Engineering was an overall great experience. Being first time home builders, Bryan helped make the process as smooth as possible and helped put any concerns we may have had going into it at ease. His attention to detail and communication was second to none. He was very responsive throughout the whole process whenever we had any questions and always met the deadlines he had set. I would most definitely recommend using the services BDPeak offers for any prospective building projects."

Chris P on December 2022

BDPeak Engineering provides structural engineering design & drafting services for commercial, residential, industrial and institutional projects. Forensic Investigations & Engineering services are offered for residential & commercial structures. BDPeak was founded on two principles: honesty and integrity. We are professionally licensed throughout the United States, primarily focusing on the Rocky Mountain region. Our staff has been practicing structural engineering and serving the region for 15 years. BDPeak is professionally licensed in Wyoming, Colorado, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota & Texas.

"Working with Bryan and BDPeak Engineering was an overall great experience. Being first time home builders, Bryan helped make the process as smooth as possible and helped put any concerns we may have had going into it at ease. His attention to detail and communication was second to none. He was very responsive throughout the whole process whenever we had any questions and always met the deadlines he had set. I would most definitely recommend using the services BDPeak offers for any prospective building projects."

Chris P on December 2022

Storm King Restoration

710 S 13th St
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Storm King Restoration

710 S 13th St
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40 years of experience

We speci;ize in dealing with storm damaged situations-after hail storms-tornado's ,floods our team comes in -does temporary repairs to stop the damage then works through the process with your insurace company to bring your property back to as good or better condition than it was prior to the catastrophe often at no out of the pocket expense to the homeowner.

We speci;ize in dealing with storm damaged situations-after hail storms-tornado's ,floods our team comes in -does temporary repairs to stop the damage then works through the process with your insurace company to bring your property back to as good or better condition than it was prior to the catastrophe often at no out of the pocket expense to the homeowner.

Earthquake Retrofitting questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

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.

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.

Grounding is a great first step to prevent electrical shock, but you can take it further with GFCI outlets and AFCIs (arc fault circuit interrupters). In particular, AFCIs help protect against the type of electrical arcs that cause fires, like if a mouse chews on a wire or your laptop starts overheating at the wall. These are required in some areas of your home.

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