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First Class Contracting

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First Class Contracting

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Medium Size Commercial General Contractors offering General Contracting and Construction Management to Commercial/Industrial, Multi Housing Residential and Municipal Markets.

Medium Size Commercial General Contractors offering General Contracting and Construction Management to Commercial/Industrial, Multi Housing Residential and Municipal Markets.

Old Dominion Innovations, Inc

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Old Dominion Innovations, Inc

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Old Dominion Innovations is Central Virginia's premier Eco-conscious full service electrical and general contracting solution. We offer everything from custom homebuilding, commercial and industrial construction and build outs to solar systems, backup generators, addiitions, remodeling, garages, decks, and more. Family owned and operated, ODI is a Virginia class A contractor with BLD, ELE and AES designations. Give us a call- we would love to make your dream a reality.

Old Dominion Innovations is Central Virginia's premier Eco-conscious full service electrical and general contracting solution. We offer everything from custom homebuilding, commercial and industrial construction and build outs to solar systems, backup generators, addiitions, remodeling, garages, decks, and more. Family owned and operated, ODI is a Virginia class A contractor with BLD, ELE and AES designations. Give us a call- we would love to make your dream a reality.

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Miller Tyme Roofing and Construction, LLC.

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Miller Tyme Roofing and Construction, LLC.

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Miller Tyme Roofing and Construction, LLC. is locally owned and operated. Financing options are available. For finding us on Angie's List you qualify for an automatic percentage based discount dependent on project size.

Miller Tyme Roofing and Construction, LLC. is locally owned and operated. Financing options are available. For finding us on Angie's List you qualify for an automatic percentage based discount dependent on project size.

ROYALL PUMP & WELL CO INC

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ROYALL PUMP & WELL CO INC

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Water is essential to life and Royall Pump and Well Company recognizes the value of a clean and adequate water source. The selection of construction materials to deliver your various water needs is a complex process. Royall Pump and Well Company purchases and installs the highest quality equipment available to the water well, pump, and geothermal industries. All of our construction meets and in many cases exceeds state codes regulating water systems. On every job site Royall provides experienced, responsible tradesmen who take great pride in staying knowledgeable in terms of technical expertise and state-of-the-art equipment. By these standards Royall is able to service residential, agricultural, commercial, municipal, industrial, and geothermal customers.

Water is essential to life and Royall Pump and Well Company recognizes the value of a clean and adequate water source. The selection of construction materials to deliver your various water needs is a complex process. Royall Pump and Well Company purchases and installs the highest quality equipment available to the water well, pump, and geothermal industries. All of our construction meets and in many cases exceeds state codes regulating water systems. On every job site Royall provides experienced, responsible tradesmen who take great pride in staying knowledgeable in terms of technical expertise and state-of-the-art equipment. By these standards Royall is able to service residential, agricultural, commercial, municipal, industrial, and geothermal customers.

Earthquake Retrofitting questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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