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87 years of experience

we been in business since 1938 in oklahoma we started spraying foam in 1968 we got out of the foam business for several yrs in 2006 we built our own home and could not find some one to spray it like we wanted to be sprayed. so we decided to do it our self, so we purchaes the equipment and boy how things changed since the early 70s well we went back to school and got reschool on new building tech. and been going ever yr to keep up on changing building codes and enviroment codes. rest is history.

we been in business since 1938 in oklahoma we started spraying foam in 1968 we got out of the foam business for several yrs in 2006 we built our own home and could not find some one to spray it like we wanted to be sprayed. so we decided to do it our self, so we purchaes the equipment and boy how things changed since the early 70s well we went back to school and got reschool on new building tech. and been going ever yr to keep up on changing building codes and enviroment codes. rest is history.

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fugate construction

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33 years of experience

At Fugate Construction we take pride in our work! We have a few payment options including: Personal Checks, Money orders, Wire Transfer, Cash and coming soon Credit Cards. All checks and money orders must be made payable to Joshua Fugate. Billing procedures: On contracts amounting to $400 or more require a down payment of cost of material and 50% of labor costs.

At Fugate Construction we take pride in our work! We have a few payment options including: Personal Checks, Money orders, Wire Transfer, Cash and coming soon Credit Cards. All checks and money orders must be made payable to Joshua Fugate. Billing procedures: On contracts amounting to $400 or more require a down payment of cost of material and 50% of labor costs.

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.

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.

First, you can expect the project to be loud. If you have pets, you might want to take them to a friend's house during the day so they are not disturbed by any of the loud noises. In addition, you’ll need to provide the retrofit team access to areas of the house that will need to be worked on, meaning you’ll need to relocate personal items, clear clutter, and make pathways for the crew. Once the project is complete, a local building inspector will conduct a final inspection to ensure that the retrofitting is up to code.

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.

Costs vary as much as timelines. The average earthquake retrofit costs between $3,500 and $8,700. However, homes on hillsides, large homes, and those with rooms over garages can cost up to $12,000 or more. Make sure to get a few estimates to compare the cost and services.

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