Looking for a seismic retrofit contractor in Daniel, UT? Describe your project once and up to three seismic retrofit contractors who work in Daniel and Wasatch County get back to you with a quote. It's free and there is no obligation.
Daniel is home to about 841 people (2024 Census Bureau estimate), a shrinking community (−8.2% since 2020). With 256 people per sq mi, it is a semi-rural area. Older houses on raised foundations and apartment buildings with tuck-under parking are the most common retrofit projects in earthquake country.
Daniel at a glance
- Population (Census Bureau estimate, 2024)
- 841 (−8.2% since 2020)
- Rank in Utah
- 169th of 255 cities and towns
- Land area
- 3.3 sq mi
- Population density
- 256 people per sq mi (semi-rural)
- Type
- Town (Daniel town)
- Main county
- Wasatch County
What to check before hiring in Daniel
- Permit: in Utah, retrofits need a building permit and an inspection.
- Standard or engineered: simple houses often follow a prescriptive standard; soft-story and unusual buildings need an engineer.
- Ordinances: check whether your city has a mandatory soft-story program and its deadlines.
- Grants: ask whether a state or city retrofit grant applies to your ZIP code.
Useful official resources
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Earthquake Brace + Bolt
California retrofit grants for eligible homeowners.
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FEMA: earthquake risk
Federal earthquake risk information.
Services available in Daniel
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Bolt and brace retrofit
Bolting the house to its foundation and bracing cripple walls, often to a prescriptive standard.
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Soft-story retrofit
Engineered strengthening of buildings with open ground floors such as tuck-under parking, often required by city ordinances.
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Seismic evaluation
Engineering evaluation of a building's earthquake vulnerability and retrofit options.
Frequently asked questions in Daniel
How much does a seismic retrofit cost in Daniel, UT?
A house bolt and brace costs much less than an engineered soft-story retrofit. Describe your building: pros who serve Daniel reply with a quote.
How long does it take?
A residential bolt and brace often takes a few days; soft-story retrofits take weeks.
Does earthquake insurance require a retrofit?
Not always, but some insurers offer discounts for retrofitted homes.
Which seismic retrofit contractors will contact me?
Up to three independent seismic retrofit contractors who serve Daniel and the surrounding area, chosen for the service you need. Your details are shared only with your consent.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Population Estimates Program (Vintage 2024) and Gazetteer Files (public domain), imported on 10/31/2026. Figures describe the incorporated place or county as published; they are shown for information only.