Looking for a seismic retrofit contractor in Fillmore, UT? Describe your project once and up to three seismic retrofit contractors who work in Fillmore and Millard County get back to you with a quote. It's free and there is no obligation.
Fillmore is home to about 2,788 people (2024 Census Bureau estimate), a growing community (+6.7% since 2020). With 388 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.
Fillmore at a glance
- Population (Census Bureau estimate, 2024)
- 2,788 (+6.7% since 2020)
- Rank in Utah
- 108th of 255 cities and towns
- Land area
- 7.2 sq mi
- Population density
- 388 people per sq mi (semi-rural)
- Type
- City (Fillmore city)
- Main county
- Millard County
What to check before hiring in Fillmore
- 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 Fillmore
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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 Fillmore
How much does a seismic retrofit cost in Fillmore, UT?
A house bolt and brace costs much less than an engineered soft-story retrofit. Describe your building: pros who serve Fillmore 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 Fillmore 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.