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Avatar for TerraFirma Foundation Systems

TerraFirma Foundation Systems

932 Industry Dr
5.00(
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TerraFirma Foundation Systems

932 Industry Dr
5.00(
8
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
88 local quotes requested

Thousands of NW homeowners have trusted TerraFirma Foundation Systems to keep their homes safe, dry and stable since 2005. Nearly half of our business comes from referrals or repeat customers. We can help you too! TerraFirma is the NW expert in home foundations, basement and crawl space waterproofing, concrete leveling, and wall stabilization.

"Great; competitive price, installation went great, friendly and responsive staff in person and office"

Andrew M on February 2020

Thousands of NW homeowners have trusted TerraFirma Foundation Systems to keep their homes safe, dry and stable since 2005. Nearly half of our business comes from referrals or repeat customers. We can help you too! TerraFirma is the NW expert in home foundations, basement and crawl space waterproofing, concrete leveling, and wall stabilization.

"Great; competitive price, installation went great, friendly and responsive staff in person and office"

Andrew M on February 2020


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Fine Design Build, LLC

6523 California Avenue Southwest
4.00(
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Fine Design Build, LLC

6523 California Avenue Southwest
4.00(
13
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Customers say: Quick response
14 local quotes requested
20 years of experience

Fine Design Build is a third generation, design-build company. We shepherd our clients, working side by side, with architects and engineers that we have long-standing relationships with, pushing design past traditional scope limitations. We navigate through the challenging permitting, involving shorelines development, ECA steep slope areas, wetlands. Permitting can be a huge challenge particularly on waterfront parcels. We are experts at removing obstacles and creatively designing homes with minimal to zero impact to environment. After designing your home, we shepherd you through the challenging environment of building. We are very selective about our team and in our rare circumstance as a company, the general contractor, is onsite performing a good percentage of excavation, storm water management, septic, concrete, framing and finishes. We have a unique approach with full transparency where money is spent. The customer has their foot on the gas petal/brake throughout the entire build.

"Best contractor ever. At Fine Design Build the service received was like none other, quality, craftsmanship, in both work and design. We will be forever pleased with house build that we received."

Megane D on June 2025

Fine Design Build is a third generation, design-build company. We shepherd our clients, working side by side, with architects and engineers that we have long-standing relationships with, pushing design past traditional scope limitations. We navigate through the challenging permitting, involving shorelines development, ECA steep slope areas, wetlands. Permitting can be a huge challenge particularly on waterfront parcels. We are experts at removing obstacles and creatively designing homes with minimal to zero impact to environment. After designing your home, we shepherd you through the challenging environment of building. We are very selective about our team and in our rare circumstance as a company, the general contractor, is onsite performing a good percentage of excavation, storm water management, septic, concrete, framing and finishes. We have a unique approach with full transparency where money is spent. The customer has their foot on the gas petal/brake throughout the entire build.

"Best contractor ever. At Fine Design Build the service received was like none other, quality, craftsmanship, in both work and design. We will be forever pleased with house build that we received."

Megane D on June 2025


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Stronghome Seismic, Inc.

PO Box 5129
4.98(
48
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Stronghome Seismic, Inc.

PO Box 5129
4.98(
48
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

We are a family owned local buisness specializing in home earthquake retrofits. Our goal is to make sure that every family in the Seattle area is earthquake ready. We go through the most rigorous inspection process of our competitors and offer a "job done right' gaurantee. Your home is your biggest investment, know that it and your family are protected, call today for a free no obligation home inspection! (206) 245-5045

"James was an absolute pleasure to work with. We hired him to do earthquake retrofit for our home. He was very kind and answered all the millions of questions we had. Extremely professional and flexible.. I would highly recommend him."

Nathalie S on February 2024

We are a family owned local buisness specializing in home earthquake retrofits. Our goal is to make sure that every family in the Seattle area is earthquake ready. We go through the most rigorous inspection process of our competitors and offer a "job done right' gaurantee. Your home is your biggest investment, know that it and your family are protected, call today for a free no obligation home inspection! (206) 245-5045

"James was an absolute pleasure to work with. We hired him to do earthquake retrofit for our home. He was very kind and answered all the millions of questions we had. Extremely professional and flexible.. I would highly recommend him."

Nathalie S on February 2024


Seismic ShutOff

2425 33rd Ave W
5.00(
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Seismic ShutOff

2425 33rd Ave W
5.00(
1
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Seismic Shutoff installs earthquake actuated automatic gas shut-off valves to stop the flow of gas automatically when earthquake activity of magnitude 5.2 or greater occurs. We service the Puget Sound region including Bainbridge and Vashon Islands and Oregon. License #'s WA SEISMSL820NB and OR 223700.

Seismic Shutoff installs earthquake actuated automatic gas shut-off valves to stop the flow of gas automatically when earthquake activity of magnitude 5.2 or greater occurs. We service the Puget Sound region including Bainbridge and Vashon Islands and Oregon. License #'s WA SEISMSL820NB and OR 223700.


Al Lind Co

1511 16th Ave.
5.00(
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Al Lind Co

1511 16th Ave.
5.00(
3
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

The Al Lind Company has several employees. One, in particular, who specializes in seismic retrofitting homes that have never been or are improperly attached to their foundation. We expect payment weekly based on completion of work.

"Al Lind has deep knowledge and experience in both home inspection and construction. He assessed the situation, explained things thoroughly, and offered more than one solution. One big benefit: he shared the kind of insider knowledge that unknowledgeable people (like me) need to move forward with confidence."

Gail M on August 2018

The Al Lind Company has several employees. One, in particular, who specializes in seismic retrofitting homes that have never been or are improperly attached to their foundation. We expect payment weekly based on completion of work.

"Al Lind has deep knowledge and experience in both home inspection and construction. He assessed the situation, explained things thoroughly, and offered more than one solution. One big benefit: he shared the kind of insider knowledge that unknowledgeable people (like me) need to move forward with confidence."

Gail M on August 2018



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Seattle Home Inspector LLC

9650 SE Southworth Dr
No reviews yet

Seattle Home Inspector LLC

9650 SE Southworth Dr
No reviews yet
41 years of experience

Welcome to Seattle Home Inspector LLC Unapologetically the Most Customer-Focused Home Inspector in the Puget Sound Area! ​If you want an independent, licensed and certified, professional inspector with unshakeable confidence, you have come to the right place. ​My name is Ed Zumwalt, owner and operator of Seattle Home Inspector LLC, a full-service home and building inspection company serving the greater Seattle area. I'm a Washington-Licensed Home Inspector and a Certified Professional Inspector® trained by InterNACHI, the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors. My Washington State approved education and training certificates were earned at Washington Home Inspector Training, by SGA Inspection Service. I provide professional grade inspection services to residents, investors, brokers, and property managers in King, Pierce, Snohomish, Thurston, and Kitsap Counties. ​ ​You'll get my best efforts at a fair rate...​always! Regards, Ed Zumwalt, CPI ​Manager-President Seattle Home Inspector LLC Washington-Licensed Home Inspector #1454 InterNACHI Certified Professional Inspector #1600151 30+ Years Professional Real Estate Experience!

Welcome to Seattle Home Inspector LLC Unapologetically the Most Customer-Focused Home Inspector in the Puget Sound Area! ​If you want an independent, licensed and certified, professional inspector with unshakeable confidence, you have come to the right place. ​My name is Ed Zumwalt, owner and operator of Seattle Home Inspector LLC, a full-service home and building inspection company serving the greater Seattle area. I'm a Washington-Licensed Home Inspector and a Certified Professional Inspector® trained by InterNACHI, the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors. My Washington State approved education and training certificates were earned at Washington Home Inspector Training, by SGA Inspection Service. I provide professional grade inspection services to residents, investors, brokers, and property managers in King, Pierce, Snohomish, Thurston, and Kitsap Counties. ​ ​You'll get my best efforts at a fair rate...​always! Regards, Ed Zumwalt, CPI ​Manager-President Seattle Home Inspector LLC Washington-Licensed Home Inspector #1454 InterNACHI Certified Professional Inspector #1600151 30+ Years Professional Real Estate Experience!


SUMMIT REMODELING, LLC

5114 87TH ST CT E
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SUMMIT REMODELING, LLC

5114 87TH ST CT E
No reviews yet
43 years of experience

SUMMIT REMODELING IS A FULL SERVICE , IE. FROM DESIGNING TO COMPLETED PROJECT , SUPPLYING THE MATERIALS AND LABOR, PROCEEDED BY A ITEMIZED BID WITH BREAKDOWN OF ALL COST, TOGETHER WITH A LIST OF ALL MATERIALS TO BE USED IN THE PROJECT, ALONG WITH A SCHEDULE FOR THE WORK TO BE PERFORMED AND A COMPLETION DATE . BILLING FOR MOST PROJECTS IS ON A BI-WEEKLY BASIS / DIVIDED EQUALLY FOR THE PHASES OF THE PROJECT SIZE / SCOPE . PAYMENTS ARE TYPICALLY MADE BY CHECK TO THE COMPANY. SUMMIT HAS 2-3 EMPLOYEES ON ANY GIVEN DAY DUE TO WORK LOAD. SOME OF THE LABOR IS CONTRACTED AND ALL OF THE TYPICAL SUB-CONTRACTORS (ELECTRICAL,PLUMBING,HVAC,FLOORING,ROOFING ) ARE USED FROM THE LOCAL AREA . SUPPLIERS AND MANUFACTURERS FOR SUCH ITEMS AS (CABINETS,COUNTERTOPS,WINDOWS AND DOORS ) ARE SOURCED LOCALLY FROM WELL KNOWN COMPANIES THAT SUMMIT HAS DONE BUSINESS WITH IN THE PAST. ALL BIDDING, CONTRACT DOCUMENTS, JOBSITE VISITS FOR CONCULTATION , REVIEWS, OR OVERSITE OF WORK IN PROGRESS, IS DONE BY BRIAN HARRIGAN, COMPANY MANAGER.

SUMMIT REMODELING IS A FULL SERVICE , IE. FROM DESIGNING TO COMPLETED PROJECT , SUPPLYING THE MATERIALS AND LABOR, PROCEEDED BY A ITEMIZED BID WITH BREAKDOWN OF ALL COST, TOGETHER WITH A LIST OF ALL MATERIALS TO BE USED IN THE PROJECT, ALONG WITH A SCHEDULE FOR THE WORK TO BE PERFORMED AND A COMPLETION DATE . BILLING FOR MOST PROJECTS IS ON A BI-WEEKLY BASIS / DIVIDED EQUALLY FOR THE PHASES OF THE PROJECT SIZE / SCOPE . PAYMENTS ARE TYPICALLY MADE BY CHECK TO THE COMPANY. SUMMIT HAS 2-3 EMPLOYEES ON ANY GIVEN DAY DUE TO WORK LOAD. SOME OF THE LABOR IS CONTRACTED AND ALL OF THE TYPICAL SUB-CONTRACTORS (ELECTRICAL,PLUMBING,HVAC,FLOORING,ROOFING ) ARE USED FROM THE LOCAL AREA . SUPPLIERS AND MANUFACTURERS FOR SUCH ITEMS AS (CABINETS,COUNTERTOPS,WINDOWS AND DOORS ) ARE SOURCED LOCALLY FROM WELL KNOWN COMPANIES THAT SUMMIT HAS DONE BUSINESS WITH IN THE PAST. ALL BIDDING, CONTRACT DOCUMENTS, JOBSITE VISITS FOR CONCULTATION , REVIEWS, OR OVERSITE OF WORK IN PROGRESS, IS DONE BY BRIAN HARRIGAN, COMPANY MANAGER.



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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.

Ensure proper ventilation, fix leaks, and schedule regular pest inspections to protect your property.

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.

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.

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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