
Preparing for the BIG One:
Earthquakes in California happen. You never know when the "Big One" may hit. But most people still don't have earthquake insurance in California. We'll talk about that below. But first, BE PREPARED with these simple steps:
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Know what to do during the shaking: Drop, Cover and Hold. Visit: CDC earthquake preparedness
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Discuss your emergency plan with your family.
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Make sure you have a pre-designated meeting spot, because most likely phone lines will be down and cell service will be jammed.
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If you're able, turn off your gas to prevent fire, or have a safety gas shut off value installed. Visit: SoCal Gas.
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Prepare by having plenty of water and canned food stores because utility services will most likely be out for several weeks.
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If you have a barbecue you may want to store extra propane to be able to cook and boil water.
Once the damage is done:
Once all the damage is done and your family is safe, you have to decide where you will live how to pay for rebuilding your home:
Option A (Default option for most.) Take out a loan with FEMA to rebuild and stay at a FEMA housing facility.
Option B (Peace of mind. Call us to talk about getting coverage!)
Let your earthquake insurance pay for lodging and rebuilding your home.
Start planning today!
If you don't already have earthquake insurance, please request a quote in one of three ways:
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Call us at (866) 776-5429.
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Contact us with our short contact form.
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Fill out the Get a Quote form below.
YOU NEED EARTHQUAKE COVERAGE!
For most people their home is their largest asset. Don't let yours be taken away in a few earth shaking minutes!
According to the new forecast from The U.S. Geological Survey, "California has a 99.7% chance of having a magnitude 6.7 or larger earthquake during the next 30 years. The likelihood of an even more powerful quake of magnitude 7.5 or greater in the next 30 years is 46%" The Northridge earthquake in 1994 was only a 6.7 and it cause over 20 Billion in property damages and resulted in 8,700 injuries and 57 deaths.
Being prepared for a earthquake is more than having the foresight to stock pile food and water for the days afterwards, but also to have an insurance policy in place that will help you with the financial cost of rebuilding your life.
We offer insurance policies from A rate company backed by CA guaranteed fund.