What Is A Seismic Shutoff Valve? During a large earthquake, a seismic shutoff valve – also called an earthquake valve – shuts off the gas flow to your house. After an earthquake has taken place, the seismic valve shows a certain color to indicate whether gas has been shut off. If it’s red, it means …
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Earthquakes are part and parcel of living in California. They are incredibly common. They can also be incredibly dangerous. Thankfully, high-magnitude earthquakes don’t come around too often. Most properties are built to withstand tremors. Most properties are not built to withstand gas explosions should the gas line get damaged, though. This is why you must …
When you live in California, earthquakes are something you should be prepared for. Part of ensuring your home remains as intact as possible during such a potentially disruptive event includes having a retrofit inspection and choosing the best earthquake valves for gas shutoff. If you don’t have the latest information about purchasing and installing earthquake …
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The chance that an earthquake will strike California remains a constant threat. When earthquakes do hit they can cause significant damage to properties and their structure. This can include the natural gas lines to the house or building. How do you keep these lines safe? A seismic shut-off valve can be installed on a natural …
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