Your House's Characteristics (Web Page)
CEA offers a Hazard Reduction Discount (CEA premium discount) on certain older homes, if the home has been properly retrofitted. To get a Hazard Reduction Discount on your CEA policy premium, your house must qualify. Here’s a breakdown of the different types of houses and their characteristics to help you understand if your home can qualify for the discount. Year of Construction To qualify for a…
Together, working towards a common goal (Web Page)
(L-R) Chris Nance, CEA; Michael Ramirez, San Bernardino County Fire Office of Emergency Services; Bunni Benaron, The Hero In You Foundation; Margaret Vinci, Caltech; Dean Reese, Ready America, receive awards during the 10th Anniversary Ceremony of the Great California ShakeOut in Long Beach, CA on Nov. 1. When it comes to educating people about earthquake preparedness, California has some of…
CEA Advertising (Web Page)
CEA is not-for-profit. Our mission is to help Californians reduce their risk of loss and damage caused by earthquakes through education, seismic retrofitting and insurance. Our advertising helps us spread our message throughout California and plays a crucial role in the success of our mission: Educate Californians about earthquake risk. Help increase personal and home preparedness if a damaging earthquake strikes. Help residents understand how…
Claim Professionals Resources (Web Page)
Key resources for Claim Professionals The following resources are helpful tools for the individuals who adjust CEA claims: Earthquake Event Reference Guide for CEA Participating Insurer Claim Liaisons (PDF): We’ve created a helpful reference guide of your requirements, duties, and responsibilities both before, and after, an earthquake. ShakeMaps: You'll find the most up-to-date, reliable…
Terms of Use (Web Page)
IMPORTANT LEGAL INFORMATION REGARDING THIS CALIFORNIA EARTHQUAKE AUTHORITY (CEA) WEBSITE Your use of the CEA website is subject to the conditions and qualifications below. By using this CEA website, you agree to accept those conditions and qualifications. No Warranties; Limitation of Liability. This website includes information, documents, and materials (collectively, the "Contents") that are subject to change without notice.…
Program Rules (Web Page)
CEA BB Login Policyholders, Contractors and Registered Design Professionals participating in the CEA Brace + Bolt (CEA BB) program are required to agree to and adhere to the full Program Rules and Terms of Use posted on the website. Download the full program rules: Rules for Participation in the CEA Brace + Bolt Program (PDF) Rules for Participation in the CEA Brace + Bolt Program - View the Interactive Version For policyholders these include…
Do-it-Yourself Tips (Web Page)
CEA BB Login A typical retrofit completed by a licensed contractor may cost between $3,000 and $7,000 depending on the location and size of the house, contractor fees, and the amount of materials and work involved. If you are an experienced do-it-yourselfer, a retrofit can cost less than $3,000. Owner-Builder Responsibilities Once you've registered for the CEA BB program and choose to do the work…