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403 Ne 38th Tearrce
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87 years of experience

we been in business since 1938 we run a large commercial painting company we got in to spray foam a few years back trying to give our customers what they pay for doing foam roofs roof coatings we have been certifed in many aspects of building trades it plays a large part in the way we run our business,we are familey owned and operated with a large number of familey that works for us so we take pride in what we do.thats number one in our books.

we been in business since 1938 we run a large commercial painting company we got in to spray foam a few years back trying to give our customers what they pay for doing foam roofs roof coatings we have been certifed in many aspects of building trades it plays a large part in the way we run our business,we are familey owned and operated with a large number of familey that works for us so we take pride in what we do.thats number one in our books.

Metric Motors

2608 S Broadway
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Metric Motors

2608 S Broadway
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We are the metro area's premier import repair facility. Family owned and operated since 1981, we strive to give the highest quality service possible using the best technicians around. We pride ourselves on honesty and giving you the best results for your repair dollar. If we don't meet your expectations we will do everything we can to get the results we both expect because our customers are also our friends.

We are the metro area's premier import repair facility. Family owned and operated since 1981, we strive to give the highest quality service possible using the best technicians around. We pride ourselves on honesty and giving you the best results for your repair dollar. If we don't meet your expectations we will do everything we can to get the results we both expect because our customers are also our friends.

Earthquake Retrofitting questions, answered by experts

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.

A home with proper earthquake retrofitting can sustain minimal damage in earthquakes of up to 7.0 magnitude, although risks are higher based on how close and deep the earthquake is. A home closer to the earthquake epicenter will sustain greater damage, especially if the earthquake is closer to the surface of the Earth, but retrofitting can help minimize the risk of injuries.

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.

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.

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.

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