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Nickel City Home Service inc

25 Osgood Ave
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Nickel City Home Service inc

25 Osgood Ave
5.00(
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Welcome to Nickel City Home Service inc. We are a small family owned residential basement waterproofing company. With 25 years of waterproofing experience we pride ourselves in creating life-long solutions for your basement waterproofing needs. We specialize in drain-tile, sump pumps, foundation repair and foundation replacement. We also provide exterior drainage for those wet yards or collecting downspout water and directing away from the home. It is our goal to provide excellent customer service and industry best service. We look forward to working with you to solve your waterproofing needs.

"My house is old and small with a very low crawlspace infested with bugs and spider webs. Jeremy came out and was very honest and down to earth. The price quoted was very fair. He tackled the project head on and communicated with me every step of the way. He showed that he put thought and care into what he was doing. Now I have a very clean and bright crawlspace that I'm no longer reluctant to go into. It also cut down on the bad musty smells and heat loss in the winter. It's the best investment I have made for my home!"

Ryan S on May 2020

Welcome to Nickel City Home Service inc. We are a small family owned residential basement waterproofing company. With 25 years of waterproofing experience we pride ourselves in creating life-long solutions for your basement waterproofing needs. We specialize in drain-tile, sump pumps, foundation repair and foundation replacement. We also provide exterior drainage for those wet yards or collecting downspout water and directing away from the home. It is our goal to provide excellent customer service and industry best service. We look forward to working with you to solve your waterproofing needs.

"My house is old and small with a very low crawlspace infested with bugs and spider webs. Jeremy came out and was very honest and down to earth. The price quoted was very fair. He tackled the project head on and communicated with me every step of the way. He showed that he put thought and care into what he was doing. Now I have a very clean and bright crawlspace that I'm no longer reluctant to go into. It also cut down on the bad musty smells and heat loss in the winter. It's the best investment I have made for my home!"

Ryan S on May 2020

Earthquake Retrofitting questions, answered by experts

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.

Many homeowners want to know whether earthquake retrofitting is tax deductible. Because it’s often considered a capital improvement, you usually can’t deduct it. In some cases and locations, you may qualify for tax incentives, but you’ll need to talk to a tax professional or the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) about your specific circumstances. You may also be able to find grant money for seismic upgrades, which can lower the cost of your insurance premiums and save money over time.

Generally, the retrofitting process can take two to four weeks. Your contractor will let you know if staying in your home for the entire project is feasible. However, most people are able to remain at home. If your home is undergoing earthquake rehab, it's more likely that you'll need to leave until work is complete. Your earthquake insurance may cover boarding costs if your home is deemed unsafe.

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.

Projects will vary based on size and scope, but an average earthquake retrofit takes between two weeks and two months. This includes the initial evaluation and plan, bidding and contract paperwork, permitting and approval process, actual work, and final inspection. Your contractor should give you a more accurate time estimate for your specific project, and they may be able to estimate how long the permitting process will take for your area.

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