California’s Earthquake Brace and Bolt program offers rebates and incentives to bolt your home’s foundation in preparation for the next big quake. There are age, location and material requirements spelled out on the EBB website. Or call Benga Constru...
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Earthquake Brace & Bolt Your Home
Emergency Prep Kits
Emergency Prep for your Pets
Earthquake Brace & Bolt Your Home
Californians know to get their homes ready for the next big one. The state run EBB program offers rebates to homeowners as well as additional incentives. To qualify, you must use a certified EBB contractor. See our recommendation.
If you are in the Bay Area and want or need to brace your home for earthquakes, you need to look at the Earthquake Brace and Bolt program’s certified contractors to qualify for the rebate program. Benga Construction did our home and we were very ple...
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This is the California program to check out if you are interested in bracing your home’s foundation. They offer a rebate and incentives program and open the application period several times a year.
EBB Retrofit: Brace & Bolt Raised-Foundation Homes
Emergency Prep Kits
Pre made kits make it easy to be prepared for an emergency. Keep one at home near the exit, in the trunk of your car and one specifically for your pets.
Preparation is key. Start with a general resource like this list and add to it to suit your family. If you have pets or kids, you need a kit just for them.
How to Make an Earthquake Emergency Kit
Bug out bag to keep at home in case you need it.
EVERLIT Complete 72 Hours Earthquake Bug Out Bag Emergency Survival Kit for Family. Be Prepared for Hurricanes, Floods, Tsunami, Other Disasters
A good all around bag for your car during an emergency.
Survival Kit, 262Pcs Survival Gear and Supplies with First Aid Kit Pouch and Crossbody Bag, Emergency Kit with Tent, Camping Axe Hammer, Survival Shovel w/Pick, Bug Out Bag Gifts for Men Women
A good read to help during an emergency.
The Ultimate Survival Medicine Guide: Emergency Preparedness for ANY Disaster
Life straws are great to keep in your go bags.
LifeStraw Personal Water Filter for Hiking, Travel and Emergency
Get this and forget about it. It will be there when you need it.
SurviveX Large Pro First Aid Kit, Emergency Kit for 5-6 People | Labeled Pockets, Zip Stitch Wound Closures, Quad-fold Organization System, Mountable, Quick Access, for Home, Car, Camping
Good for general use and for gift giving.
SurviveX Small First Aid Kit, Emergency Kit for 1-2 People | Labeled Pockets, Quick Access, Zip Stitch Wound Closures, Mountable, for Home, Car, Camping, Travel, Outdoors
Emergency Prep for your Pets
A good first aid kit is a must. Add your dog’s medications, vet information, and insurance numbers to personalize the kit.
EVERLIT Pet Medic First Aid Kit | 95 Pcs Vet-Approved Medical, Outdoor & Emergency Supplies for Dogs, Cats, Animal Care | Travel-Friendly Compact Bag for Home, Car and Travel (Raven Black)
This is a comprehensive bag for your big dogs during an emergency. Store it by the front door.
Pet Emergency Survival Kit for Big Dogs | For Evacuation, Hiking, Camping and Travel, First Aid Kit, Slip-Lead, 72 Hour Supply Food and Water