Services

Earthquake Tech provides customized anchoring of old Portland homes built before 1976. Most insurance companies deem this year as the cut-off for requiring proof of proper foundation connections before approving earthquake coverage.

Is your home securely fastened to its foundation? If it’s not, or if you’re not sure, call Earthquake Tech today for a free estimate.

Types of Service

Basic to Advanced Seismic Upgrades

Ranging from the simple to the complex, a few hundred to a few thousand dollars on average makes our service competitive and a good investment.

Our basic services ensures that the perimeter of the foundation is connected every four feet and secures the central load-bearing beams and posts.

Advanced services may include bolting down chimneys, garages, and floor-to-floor connections.

Inspection for Insurance Coverage

We will inspect your home to confirm whether or not it is bolted down in cases where insurance companies require such an inspection. Our basic inspection includes a written report and summarizing picture or diagram.

NOTE: All our crew is certified by Hilti to professionally and accurately install Hilti anchors. These anchors, which include several varieties, are the highest quality products we’ve found to support heavy, dynamic loads, such as seismic and shock loads.

Our Personal Guarantee

I, Steve Gemmell, personally look forward to offering you with our brand of progressive construction services — exceptional quality at competive prices. Our references testify to that… and I encourage you to speak with our clients — they will take the time to speak with you when you call!

Please by all means call me, Steve Gemmell, directly to set up an appointment, ask questions and learn more about our references.

Sincerely,

Steve Gemmell
Seismic Retrofitting and Voluntary Upgrades
Gemmell Construction LLC, dba Earthquake Tech
CCB#106780

503-974-4EQT (503-974-4378)

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