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Wright RE and GC, LLC

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Wright RE and GC, LLC

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2022 years of experience
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We are a locally owned and operated company out of Ft Worth, Texas. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of general contracting services that are customized to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

We are a locally owned and operated company out of Ft Worth, Texas. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of general contracting services that are customized to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

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A-1 Engineering

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A-1 Engineering

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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

A-1 Engineering, LLC is a structural engineering company that specializes in evaluating foundations for possible foundation problems, designing foundations for new construction, designing structural framing for new construction and consulting with clients on the structural performance of buildings. Our engineers are specifically trained in the structural design of: retaining walls, wood buildings (as high as 4-stories), concrete buildings steel framed buildings, buildings of composite materials and a variety of other structural systems. With our advanced training and practice in structural engineering, our engineers provide Texans with a clear and concise consulting ranging from foundation repair, removal of load bearing walls, retaining wall design, steel fabrication, design and construction, masonry design and construction, and wood design and construction. Please visit our website at www.a-1engineering.com to read other reviews and learn how we enjoy helping Texans.

"We had a simple plat process where we split one property into 2. We relied on A-1 to provide the service. Not only did it take 24 months to complete (yes you read that correctly), but we had to hound the team to get it done. Some of the delays were basic. Hays County had a checklist of requirements for electronic files, it took multiple rounds to get these corrected and added to the delay. That delay, because of price inflation, has cost me more than $12,000 in additional costs for septic components. Would not recommend, not even to my ex-wife."

Ramon B on June 2022

A-1 Engineering, LLC is a structural engineering company that specializes in evaluating foundations for possible foundation problems, designing foundations for new construction, designing structural framing for new construction and consulting with clients on the structural performance of buildings. Our engineers are specifically trained in the structural design of: retaining walls, wood buildings (as high as 4-stories), concrete buildings steel framed buildings, buildings of composite materials and a variety of other structural systems. With our advanced training and practice in structural engineering, our engineers provide Texans with a clear and concise consulting ranging from foundation repair, removal of load bearing walls, retaining wall design, steel fabrication, design and construction, masonry design and construction, and wood design and construction. Please visit our website at www.a-1engineering.com to read other reviews and learn how we enjoy helping Texans.

"We had a simple plat process where we split one property into 2. We relied on A-1 to provide the service. Not only did it take 24 months to complete (yes you read that correctly), but we had to hound the team to get it done. Some of the delays were basic. Hays County had a checklist of requirements for electronic files, it took multiple rounds to get these corrected and added to the delay. That delay, because of price inflation, has cost me more than $12,000 in additional costs for septic components. Would not recommend, not even to my ex-wife."

Ramon B on June 2022

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Tradesman Services Ltd

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Tradesman Services Ltd

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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers

Tradesman Services, LTD is a full service air conditioning, heating and plumbing contractor. We service, install and maintain all types of heating and air conditioning equipment and plumbing systems . Helping you with energy efficient, green solutions to all your mechanical needs is our specialty. Designing systems up front, implementing those designs then commissioning the operation of the project to certify 90% or better of the manufacturers ratings is what sets us apart. You get what you paid for. We service a 100 mile radius around Waco, TX. Diagnostic fees are based on location. Award wining.

Tradesman Services, LTD is a full service air conditioning, heating and plumbing contractor. We service, install and maintain all types of heating and air conditioning equipment and plumbing systems . Helping you with energy efficient, green solutions to all your mechanical needs is our specialty. Designing systems up front, implementing those designs then commissioning the operation of the project to certify 90% or better of the manufacturers ratings is what sets us apart. You get what you paid for. We service a 100 mile radius around Waco, TX. Diagnostic fees are based on location. Award wining.

B. A. Construction

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B. A. Construction

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2010 years of experience

At B. A. Construction we strive for quality and will not quit untill perfection is achieved. Our honest, hard working employees will be respectful at all times, while keeping a clean and tidy work area.

At B. A. Construction we strive for quality and will not quit untill perfection is achieved. Our honest, hard working employees will be respectful at all times, while keeping a clean and tidy work area.

Earthquake Retrofitting questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

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.

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.

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