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      "name": "What is the difference between an engineer-designed retrofit and a prescriptive retrofit?",
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        "text": "An engineer-designed retrofit involves a licensed structural engineer creating custom plans for your home, which is often necessary for complex or non-standard structures. A prescriptive retrofit follows pre-approved, standardized guidelines, suitable for simpler, typical wood-frame homes built before 1979. The choice depends on your home's unique characteristics and local building department requirements; for example, many older homes in areas like Piedmont may benefit from an engineered approach.",
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        "description": "Engineer-designed retrofits use custom plans for complex homes, while prescriptive retrofits follow standard guidelines for simpler structures. The best approach depends on your home."
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  "description": "Engineer-designed retrofits use custom plans for complex homes, while prescriptive retrofits follow standard guidelines for simpler structures. The best approac"
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