California Earthquake Brace + Bolt Program

California Residential Mitigation Program / California Earthquake Authority

Available Disaster Relief

About This Program

Provides rebates to help homeowners retrofit older homes to better withstand earthquakes. Covers seismic retrofitting including foundation bolting and cripple wall bracing. Available in eligible zip codes with homes built before 1980.

Maximum rebate for qualifying seismic retrofit project

Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.

Key Details

  • Rebate up to $3,000 for earthquake retrofitting
  • For homes built before 1980
  • Must be in eligible zip code
  • Covers foundation bolting and bracing
  • Annual registration opens each fall

How to Apply

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Deadline: Annual registration period, check website

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