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Wildwood Homes llc

14231 Rosario Rd
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Wildwood Homes llc

14231 Rosario Rd
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27 years of experience

Wildwood Homes llc offers a wide array of services from simple repairs and alterations; Bring our team of professionals your ideas and we will eliminate the stress by offering a full service product. Financing available * Credit cards accepted *financing available based on approved credit.

Wildwood Homes llc offers a wide array of services from simple repairs and alterations; Bring our team of professionals your ideas and we will eliminate the stress by offering a full service product. Financing available * Credit cards accepted *financing available based on approved credit.


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On Level Services

20781 W Jordan Rd
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On Level Services

20781 W Jordan Rd
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29 years of experience

Primary service is the re-leveling of Mobile Homes and the repair and refurbishing of Mobile Home foundations. Since Angies list doesn't offer this business category as an option I had to list other categories that got close.

Primary service is the re-leveling of Mobile Homes and the repair and refurbishing of Mobile Home foundations. Since Angies list doesn't offer this business category as an option I had to list other categories that got close.


A-1 Energy Efficiency Consulting

4215 26th Ave SW
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A-1 Energy Efficiency Consulting

4215 26th Ave SW
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14 years of experience

I am a Certified in Energy Efficiency,Renewable Energy and Green building Construction through Edmond's community college. Energy Star Partner. Additional email - [email protected].

I am a Certified in Energy Efficiency,Renewable Energy and Green building Construction through Edmond's community college. Energy Star Partner. Additional email - [email protected].


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A-1 Builders & Adaptations Design Studio

3310 Northwest Ave
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A-1 Builders & Adaptations Design Studio

3310 Northwest Ave
4.85(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

Since 1955 our award-winning design/build team has provided this county with a seamless approach to quality remodels and custom homes. We work hard before the project starts to make sure you are happy after the project is complete! Whether you choose a single service or the entire seamless cluster, our attention to detail will not falter.

Since 1955 our award-winning design/build team has provided this county with a seamless approach to quality remodels and custom homes. We work hard before the project starts to make sure you are happy after the project is complete! Whether you choose a single service or the entire seamless cluster, our attention to detail will not falter.


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Aqueous Solutions Inc

4585 S 134th Pl
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Aqueous Solutions Inc

4585 S 134th Pl
4.38(
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Customers say: Super punctual
23 years of experience

Locally family owned & operated. Additional phones - (877) 249-1699, (206)812-1851. Additional website - www.aqueoussolutionsinc.com, www.fsibyaqueous.com. Additional DBA - 5 Star Insulation, Aqueous Basement Systems. See BBB for additional phones. See website for additional service areas.

Locally family owned & operated. Additional phones - (877) 249-1699, (206)812-1851. Additional website - www.aqueoussolutionsinc.com, www.fsibyaqueous.com. Additional DBA - 5 Star Insulation, Aqueous Basement Systems. See BBB for additional phones. See website for additional service areas.

Earthquake Retrofitting questions, answered by experts

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.

Hearing or feeling vibrations in your house can be unsettling, but there are a few possible causes for a vibrating noise in your wall or floor. Light bulbs and fixtures, circuit breakers, loose pipes, or faulty wiring could all cause vibrations. If you’re not sure what’s causing the vibrations, you can call a contractor to assess your home and narrow down the cause.

Projects will vary based on size and scope, but an average earthquake retrofit takes between two weeks and two months. This includes the initial evaluation and plan, bidding and contract paperwork, permitting and approval process, actual work, and final inspection. Your contractor should give you a more accurate time estimate for your specific project, and they may be able to estimate how long the permitting process will take for your area.

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.

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