Installing proper straps, anchors and bolts provides more stability and a better chance the home will remain on its foundation, thereby reducing the need for expensive repairs or replacement after an earthquake. If you re a City of Kirkland homeowner, the city will provide you with information on how to do the job yourself, or give you tips on how to hire a contractor. Plus, you ll get technical assistance from city staff and even a break on the cost of building permits. The investment needed to complete this type of installation is minimal in comparison to the cost of repair or replacement of a home after an earthquake. Please read the following text for details.
Nobody Expects A Disaster to Strike . . .
But When It Does, the Results Can Be Devastating. Washington State is prone to natural disasters - severe wind and ice storms, landslides, floods, wildfires, volcanoes and earthquakes. They affect all parts of the state - large cities, small towns and remote rural areas. When disasters hit, individuals, families and businesses may suffer serious loss and financial hardship. It can take years to recover.