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Benning Engineering PLLC

5503 S Staples St
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Benning Engineering PLLC

5503 S Staples St
4.83(
6
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Benning Engineering is a Texas State licensed engineering services company providing windstorm inspection services. We are Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) certified to perform inspections and certification for ongoing construction as well as certified by the Texas Windstorm Insurance Agency (TWIA) to perform post-construction checks. Benning Engineering can also provide design services for windstorm resistant construction. Please see our list of fees and services for specific information, or call 361-765-9672 with questions. We provide windstorm certification for both ongoing and post construction needs. Design services also provided for conventional wood frame construction. We perform inspection and certification for all projects including, roofs, siding, windows etc. Small projects welcome.

"They were great, fast, prompt, knowledgeable, on time and had a fair price. They were fine in the inspection."

Carmen G on June 2020

Benning Engineering is a Texas State licensed engineering services company providing windstorm inspection services. We are Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) certified to perform inspections and certification for ongoing construction as well as certified by the Texas Windstorm Insurance Agency (TWIA) to perform post-construction checks. Benning Engineering can also provide design services for windstorm resistant construction. Please see our list of fees and services for specific information, or call 361-765-9672 with questions. We provide windstorm certification for both ongoing and post construction needs. Design services also provided for conventional wood frame construction. We perform inspection and certification for all projects including, roofs, siding, windows etc. Small projects welcome.

"They were great, fast, prompt, knowledgeable, on time and had a fair price. They were fine in the inspection."

Carmen G on June 2020

Earthquake Retrofitting questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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