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  "name": "How long does seismic retrofitting usually take, and will I have to move out while it’s happening?",
  "description": "DIRECT ANSWER: Most single‑family home retrofits take a few days to a few weeks of on‑site work, and many can be done while you remain in the house, though ther",
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        "text": "DIRECT ANSWER: Most single‑family home retrofits take a few days to a few weeks of on‑site work, and many can be done while you remain in the house, though there will be noise and limited access in some areas.\n\nCONTEXT: Timeline depends on the retrofit scope, permit timing, city inspections, and whether unexpected issues (like hidden damage) appear once walls are opened.\n\nKEY FACTORS:\n- Scope: simple foundation bolting vs. full soft‑story or shear wall upgrades.\n- Permit and inspection scheduling in your city.\n- Accessibility to crawlspaces, garages, and structural elements.\n- Any concurrent remodel work you’re doing.\n\nPRACTICAL GUIDANCE: Ask your contractor for a written schedule that distinguishes total project duration from the days they’ll be on site. If you work from home, plan around the loudest tasks and clarify which rooms or areas will be temporarily off‑limits.\n\nSOFT POSITIONING: An experienced retrofit crew will phase work to minimize disruption and make staying in your home more feasible."
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