Secure bookcases and shelves to prevent them from toppling over and causing injury or damage.
Do not place heavy unsecured items on shelves above beds, cribs, or couches.
Consider retrofitting your home to be sound, especially if it is an older home.
Securely anchor large appliances to the wall and brace your water heater.
Secure heavy equipment such as TVs and computers to the furniture on which they are placed.
Use closed screw eyes instead of traditional picture hangers to secure pictures and other valuable artwork to the walls.
Many insurance companies have specific enrollment periods for earthquake insurance coverage. If you choose not to add the coverage when you purchase a homeowners policy, you may need to wait until your policy renews to add the coverage.