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Earthquake and Seismic Gas Shutoff Valves Safety Tips

Earthquakes are a fact of life in King County. While most quakes are minor and cause little or no damage, the potential for a significant earthquake is always there. That’s why it’s so important to be prepared. Here are some tips on staying safe during an earthquake and adequately utilizing your earthquake and seismic gas …

Seismic Retrofitting Specialists and the Dangers of Unsafe Buildings

Do you live in an area that is at risk for earthquakes—like Seattle, WA? If so, your home may be at risk, too. Seismic retrofitting specialists can help make your home safer in the event of an earthquake by reinforcing its structure. Unfortunately, many homeowners are unaware of the dangers of seismically unsafe buildings.  Dangers …

Why Earthquake Retrofitting Specialists Can Change Your Life

As an Arlington, WA, resident, it’s crucial to be prepared for earthquakes. That’s why retrofitting your home is a great idea. Earthquake retrofitting specialists specialize in strengthening your home or building to make it more resistant to seismic activity. Here are three things you should know about earthquake retrofitting—they could change your life in an …

What You Need to Know About Seismic Fastening

Most of us don’t consider seismic fastening until a significant earthquake hits. But if you live in an area prone to earthquakes like Seattle, WA, it’s essential to be aware of your earthquake and seismic fastening options. In this article, we’ll cover everything you need to know about seismic fastening, from the different types of …

Prevent Gas Explosion and Fires With Seismic Shut-Off Valves

Earthquake and seismic gas shut-off valves are an essential safety measure for any home or business near Lake Stevens that uses natural gas. These valves automatically close the gas flow in the event of an earthquake, preventing potentially devastating explosions and fires. While many newer buildings require seismic shut-off valves, older buildings may not have them …

Increase Your Home Value With Seismic Retrofitting Specialists

Seismic retrofitting strengthens a building or structure to withstand earthquakes in Seattle better. While this often includes adding additional support to the foundation or walls, it can also involve changing how the building is braced against the ground. Seismic retrofitting is a specialized field, and structural engineers specializing in this area are known as seismic …

You Don’t Need to be an Engineer to Feel Safe: You Need an Earthquake Retrofitting Specialist

While the term “seismic” may conjure images of devastation and destruction, the reality is that most earthquakes cause significant damage to buildings and other structures. In areas where earthquakes are relatively common, like Everett, WA, it’s vital to take steps to minimize the risk of damage. One way to do this is? Technology from trusted …

Earthquake Foundation Retrofitting: Will My Building Survive the Next Big One?

While most people think earthquakes only happen in California, they can happen anywhere in the country — especially in Washington. There have been over 5,000 earthquakes in the past year alone. While some damage from earthquakes is inevitable, there are steps that homeowners can take to help protect their home and their family. Earthquake foundation …

Don’t Be the Last to Seismic Retrofit your Foundation

As our world continues to urbanize at an unprecedented pace, the number of people living in seismically active areas is rising. This means that the chance of experiencing a devastating earthquake is also increasing. However, some measures can be taken to help protect against earthquake damage — such as retrofitting buildings to improve their seismic …

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I came to know that my house was vulnerable to seismic events so I did some research on how to lessen the risk. The things it seemed I needed were things I didn't want to do myself so I looked around for a vendor and came upon Evergreen Seismic. Matt came out and looked at my house and recommended mediation that was almost exactly what my research had indicated and explained the technology in terms of my particular situation, which was appreciated. He even explained other steps he didn't think were needed, which he probably could have talked me into. I appreciated his honesty and knowledge. We scheduled the work and he did exactly what he said he'd do. I would recommend Matt and his company to anyone.
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We had a fantastic experience with Evergreen Seismic. From the initial estimate through the completed retrofit, everyone we worked with was professional, responsive, and easy to communicate with. Matt was especially great to work with—he took the time to answer our questions, explained the process clearly, and made us feel confident every step of the way. We never felt pressured and always felt like we were in good hands. The crew was punctual, respectful of our home, and completed the work efficiently while keeping the area clean and organized. We also chose to have an automatic seismic gas shutoff valve installed, and they made sure we understood how it worked before they finished. Our home was built in 1959, so it gives us real peace of mind knowing it has now been properly seismically retrofitted. The quality of the work and customer service exceeded our expectations. Thank you, Matt, and the entire Evergreen Seismic team! We highly recommend Evergreen Seismic to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, trustworthy, and professional company.
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Matt did a seismic retrofit for us recently. He was communicative and responsive throughout the entire process and did fantastic work, often going above and beyond what was necessary. I would highly recommend for anyone thinking about doing a retrofit.
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I'm very happy with the seismic retrofit work Evergreen Seismic did at our home. They were clear about the scope of work and reasonably priced compared to other providers. Matt and Phil were a pleasure to work, worked around our schedule, and got the job done quickly. They work with a well-known engineering company so I'm confident the work meets a high standard.
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Alex
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Matt & Phil did an absolute fantastic job seismically retrofitting our home. There were several stages in the process where the team went well above and beyond what was required. Generally it is hard to find Contractors you can trust and Evergreen Seismic is absolutely among the few that you could trust to do a great job!
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Matt and Phil went above and beyond on the seismic retrofit of our 1919 home. They repaired some rot that was discovered during the process, and still got the project done within the estimated number of days. They also replaced some questionable posts and strengthened a compromised beam - things that other contractors did not include in their bid. Very reasonably priced.
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Excellent professional and a knowledgeable company! Matt was prompt, and helped us with an insurance renewal and on site visit!! Great all round and honest Beck
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Matt and his team were very professional. He helped explain the process and was very transparent with everything. They worked quickly too. I'd recommend them unhesitatingly to anyone looking to retrofit their house for earthquakes
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Matt and his team were beyond helpful during our journey to seismic retrofit our 1953 home. At first I was certain I would be doing the retrofits and Matt was gracious enough to come and venture through my crawlspace with me and give me pointers. When life and all of it's entanglements got in the way, Matt and his team were able to knock out the work expeditiously for a very reasonable price. My family and I feel safer because of the work they did. 10/10 recommend.
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Erik Peterson
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I can't say enough great things about Evergreen Seismic. If I could, I would give them 6/5 stars! Matt was such a pleasure to work with. He was so knowledgeable, patient, responsive, generous with his time, and such a resource. He explained complicated topics into basics I could understand, and also adjusted his approach based on some constraints we had. If you are looking to do any kind of seismic retrofit for your home, you should reach out to Matt and his team at Evergreen Seismic. Just...wow. So refreshing to work with some true professionals.
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