The high-value safety upgrades most homeowners never think to ask about — automatic earthquake gas shut-off valves, an easy main water shut-off, and whole-home leak protection. Here's what each one does and why it matters.
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Download the QR codeThese aren't the services people search for first — but they're some of the smartest money you can spend on an older San Francisco home. Here's the plain-English version of each.
A valve we add to your gas line that senses the shaking of an earthquake and shuts the gas off on its own — no person, power, or app required.
After a quake, a cracked gas line is one of the biggest fire risks in a home. This stops the gas automatically, even if no one is home. Some San Francisco permits and property sales call for one — we'll confirm what applies to your house.
The single valve that turns off all the water to your home. We locate it, then repair or upgrade an old, stuck valve to an easy quarter-turn shut-off you can close in seconds.
When a pipe bursts, every second counts. A valve you can find and turn fast — instead of one painted shut behind the washer — is the difference between a quick mop-up and a flooded floor.
A smart device on your main water line that watches how water flows and closes the water automatically the moment it senses a leak or a burst pipe.
Most water damage happens while you're asleep or away. This catches the unusual flow of a hidden leak and shuts the water before it becomes a five-figure repair — and can alert your phone the moment it acts.
The full Cabrillo specialty list is on the way. The owner is compiling every add-on and safety upgrade at the next tech meeting — each one will land here with the same plain-language explanation.
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