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Sonart Construction Corp.
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Serving Providence, RI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

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"I recently had my shingle roof replaced and I?m very happy with the results. The team was professional, punctual, and completed the job efficiently. The quality of the work is excellent, and the new roof looks great. They kept the work area clean and communicated well throughout the process. I would definitely recommend them to anyone needing a roof replacement."
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All Mass Masonry and Construction
New to Angi

Serving Providence, RI and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

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All Mass masonry is a family owned and operated company based in the Boston area with highly skilled professionals and prices that’s hard to beat all Mass masonry takes pride in every job they complete \nFree estimates

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Harold C. Richmond
New to Angi

Serving Providence, RI and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

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Established in 1993, Harold C. Richmond has been a primer contractor in the Charlestown area. Harold Richmond stands behind his work. He puts heart and soul in each job to ensure it is completed to highest level of satisfaction. In the business to get the job done right the first time, without the constant returns to finish. You need it done this is the right business for you!

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FAQs for earthquake protection service projects in Providence, RI

A seismic retrofit helps stop a home from sliding off its foundation during an earthquake. Seismic retrofits also reinforce walls, ceilings, and chimneys to minimize damage. To complete your home’s earthquake retrofit, you can use several methods independently or together, depending on your home’s condition and architecture, such as bolting foundations, bracing foundations with a cripple wall, reinforcing walls and chimneys, and adding an automatic seismic gas shutoff valve.

If your house was built before 1980 in an earthquake-prone area, schedule a retrofit as soon as possible. Building codes didn’t require modern bracing and bolting until the early ’80s, so older structures are more likely to slide off their foundations. Even newer homes benefit from a pro inspection to confirm anchors, shear walls, and gas shut-off valves meet current standards. Spending on a retrofit today can spare you costly repairs after a major quake.

To determine if your house is bolted to its foundation, you should inspect the area underneath your home for visible bolts or metal foundation plates. Observing bolts extending through the sill plate or seeing metal connectors securing the structure confirms a proper retrofit installation. If you are uncertain or the area is difficult to access, hiring a qualified home inspector will ensure a reliable assessment of your home’s anchoring system.

A solid retrofit can help your house withstand earthquakes up to a 7.0 magnitude without sliding or collapsing. By bolting the frame to the foundation and bracing cripple walls, you cut the risk of serious damage and injury. Insurers are aware of this, so many offer lower premiums on properly retrofitted homes. In short, it’s a safety upgrade that also protects your wallet.

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