Great team Great service Their quote was the best and they were professional and thorough!!! Admittedly I have no clue how their work will survive an earthquake and I hope I never find out. read more

We hired Bolt Down to anchor our home's foundation for earthquake protection, and we could not be happier with the experience. From the initial inspection to final walk through, their team demonstrated outstanding expertise and professionalism. read more

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We were referred by a friend. These folks are certainly on top of things. Very good with explaining the process, scheduling and coordinating the various steps, preparing documentation, very efficient same day installation, and passed final inspection with no issues. The only negative was that they are so heavily booked that it took about 3 months to get our installation scheduled, and rescheduling is challenging. read more

Thank you very much BTTBA to your team for the fantastic communications updates! Always prompt and very clear and helpful and they walk you every step of the way. Everyone there are true professionals! This is really rare to see and experience these days where customers are left to follow up on their own and you all make it so effortless. I'm so glad to have gotten this opportunity to work with your company and outstanding team. They all did a fantastic job, arrived on schedule, put down protective paper to not dirty the interior of my home, completed everything on time as expected. Flawless execution and handled everything for the EBB program and got my rebate after all was completed. Would not hesitate to recommend this fine business to anyone looking to protect their home from earthquakes! read more

Affordable earthquake retrofitting and fantastic service. Everything went to plan and we received the expected California rebate for the work completed. We will happily refer to Bolt Down the Bay Area in the future. read more

I can't be more pleased with Bolt Down The Bay Area! They were referred to us by our next-door neighbor. The work this contractor did was outstanding -- great communication throughout the process, superb attention to detail, quality workmanship, and friendly staff. I will definitely refer them to others. read more

Very professional and smooth. They handled everything from start to finish, including pulling up permit and submitting the rebate. Also very competitive price. read more

I was selected for the CEA Earthquake Brace + Bolt program. I looked through the recommended contractors inside the portal and Bolt Down the Bay Area showed up near the top of the list. After reading their reviews and chatting with them, it showed that they are very familiar with this program and helped many customers in the past. So I selected them. I entered contract with them in September but due to their busy scheduling, the work was not carried out until January. I was a bit worried at the long timeline at first but they assured me it wouldn't be a problem. On appointment date, they came and got the job done on same day. They covered the floor and did everything by themselves without my involvement. BDTBA guided me throughout the whole process. They were always on top of where my application was, told me what to do at each step and gave me the necessary documents at the right moment in time. When I had questions, they promptly responded to my emails. They also sent me many photos of the completed works afterwards. Overall it was a breeze working with them, no hiccups, no issues. I received the check from California Earthquake shortly after everything was completed. If you are enrolled in the CEA Earthquake Brace + Bolt program and need a contractor, I highly recommend Bolt Down the Bay Area! read more

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After comparing multiple retrofit options I decided to go with Bolt Down The Bay Area because they handle all the permits and paperwork, and I'm glad I did. There was a lot of paperwork involving City permits, plan drawings, before and after photos, inspectors and more. They handled all of it and gave me detailed instructions every step of the way. The workers were very professional and worked hard the whole time. The whole job went smoothly. I recommend Bolt Down The Bay Area to anyone in need of an Earthquake Retrofit. GREAT JOB! read more

There's a reason why Bolt Down the Bay Area is booked out for months for seismic retrofits. They were extremely professional, good communicators, and took the time to take comprehensive photos of our foundation before and after the job. I highly recommend working with them for your seismic retrofit. read more

Bolt Down the Bay Area made our seismic retrofit happen! After approaching several contractors about working with us on the CEA Earthquake Brace & Bolt grant program to improve our 1950 foundation, with little response, one referred us to BDTBA -- as a specialist in this area of work (along with being a licensed home contractor). From the first interactions with Cortney (client support), John (project mgr), Kevin (permit mgr/draftsman), and Alex who inspected and photographed our foundation, we could see they would handle every detail of this process with great communication, patience, and professionalism. There are many steps and certifications in the EBB program, including photographs and engineering drawings, permit applications with details about the hardware/techniques to be used, EBB extension requests, and scheduling of inspections. Our project took about 5 months (November-May), with the bulk of that devoted to documenting our home's characteristics and revising permit applications to meet our town's requirements as well as those of the CEA; we needed 3 extensions from the CEA EBB program, which BDTBA got for us. The actual work to install the bracing solution to our foundation/crawl space area took one full day of work by a team of three, who also produced the final 65+ photographs and 10 videos needed to confirm that the work was completed for final verification by both CEA and our local inspectors. We had excellent communication the whole time via email, phone, the CEA EBB dashboard, and the BDTBA client dashboard where all project documents, photos/videos, etc. were available online. BDTBA handled all interactions with our town permit office, even answering some questions by phone during our final inspection, then provided required documentation, including the all-important DRV form -- Dwelling Retrofit Verification. Our home insurance/CEA policy was adjusted within a few days, and the CEA EBB grant payment came through about a week later (well in time to pay BDTBA). We couldn't have done this process without them, and highly recommend Bolt Down the Bay Area. read more

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Project was a Seismic Retrofit for the CEA Brace and Bolt Program This contractor was great to work with. They were responsive to coming as scheduled to take photos and provide the estimate. Everyone we dealt with along the way was in tune with the project and responded quickly to any questions. The work was scheduled for about 4 months out. They kept everything on track and communicated regularly. They guided me on what to expect, what I had to do and how to do it at every step along the way. They provided me: the permit and drawings, the form to mail to the county assessor and the city smoke alarm certification form (to fill out and to return to them to file). They came right on time to: do the work, get the after photos, schedule the inspection, and provide the Dwelling Retrofit Verification form for the insurance company. They made what could have been a complicated stressful project into one that was stress free. We could not be more pleased with the experience. This was a valuable and worthwhile project. The estimate seemed very reasonable. After the project was completed and the forms submitted we promptly received the CEA Rebate and the CEA insurance discount - making this an even more cost effective project. read more

Couldn't have gone much better - from initial visit to final city inspection. Thanks to a very professional organization that is responsive to every question and communication and, of course, does the installation painlessly. read more

BDTBA is phenomenal! Before even applying for the CEA EBB program, I got a quote from them for a seismic retrofit and they spent a lot of time answering questions by phone and email, always very quick to reply. They even answered questions about the EBB program. Their quote was the most competitive among the highly rated local companies on Yelp. Once I received the EBB grant, they handled all the EBB logistics -- permits, paperwork, online forms. All I had to do was show up when the inspector came (passed immediately) and put in my address on the EBB portal to receive my check. They communicate helpfully, rapidly, and kindly by email. Would highly recommend for any seismic work-- top top operation! read more

I highly recommend Bolt Down the Bay Area for earthquake retrofits. California homeowners may not know there is grant money available through the Earthquake Brace and Bolt program to help offset costs of preparing your house for big earthquakes. Once we were accepted into the Earthquake Brace and Bolt grant program, we got 3 quotes. Bolt Down the Bay Area got our business because of enthusiastic reviews showing they were really organized and worked seamlessly with the EBB grant program. We were not disappointed. The retrofit process went so smoothly and communication was very clear. It's not a quick process. There are pauses to get various permits and documents uploaded and approved. Because of the time gaps and different deadlines, I would've forgotten what to do. But at every stage, Cortney and John at BDTBA always let us know what steps we needed to take to keep the process going. Everything was approved, passed inspection and got the grant money! We are so happy to have chosen this company. read more

A friend strongly recommended Bolt Down the Bay Area to us for our earthquake retrofit and I am so glad we followed his recommendation.The employees are professional and courteous and they promptly responded to any questions we had. They provided thorough information and documents for communicating with Earthquake Brace and Bolt, the City of Saratoga and the California Earthquake Authority. They kept us updated and guided us through the process from the free inspection in January until the completion in June. Our friend had assured us that their price was competitive so we did not do comparison shopping. We are so glad that we chose this company and enthusiastically give them 5 stars! read more

I got 3 bids for an earthquake retrofit project and Bolt Down the Bay Area came in the lowest. They were timely and professional, kept me up to date via email every step of the way, and provided all the documentation I needed. I really couldn't ask for anything more. read more

Bolt Down The Bay Area (BDTBA) made the entire Earthquake Brace + Bolt (EBB) seismic retrofit process as easy as it could be. Our home in Santa Clara was built in 1956, and we were enthusiastic about having our home's attachment to its foundation strengthened as soon as we heard about the EBB program. BDTBA staff were always professional, and they provided excellent, timely communication starting when we scheduled our inspection. We especially appreciated the assistance that BDTBA provided in obtaining our city's building permit and in navigating the EBB "dashboard." When our seismic retrofit had to be rescheduled, BDTBA accommodated our situation. On the day of the retrofit, the crew was on time and exceptionally organized, and they took care to protect our floors while moving tools and materials between the front door and the access to our crawlspace. The retrofit work was done in a single day, and BDTBA both coordinated our building inspector's visit and provided all of the digital photos that the inspector needed to approve the work. We have received our retrofit grant check, which makes the net cost of the seismic retrofit an outstanding value. The EBB program is a great opportunity for homeowners, and Bolt Down The Bay Area definitely earned a five-star review. read more

Highly recommend this company! Stellar communication on the service and plan, and crew. The crew showed up on time. They were friendly, courteous, and thoughtful. Work was thorough and efficient. read more

Had a great experience with Bolt Down the Bay Area for earthquake retrofit at our home. Prompt responses from the get go, clear communication regarding the process/steps involved, help with paperwork, plan proposals with timeline, co-ordinating with the city for permits, execution without any delays or hassles at any step, total peace of mind and pleasure to work with, to summarize. highly recommend them! read more

Bolt Down the Bay were the the fastest to get me a quote, the easiest to work with, and were very quick to complete the retrofit once we agreed on the scope. We had them out to complete the work across two separate jobs -- and on both occasions the crew were great. Jonathan and team in particular stood out as really dedicated to getting the job done right, following up with me to make sure everything was good, and going out of their way to fix a couple of small things. Strongly recommend! read more

Bolt-down-the-bay did a great job of seismic retrofit for my residence. We appreciate the transparency of the job description and cost (no surprises at the end) and every one was professional and courteous. Job quality was excellent (going by the photos of before and after). No issues with the approval from the city. They take care of the entire process of making the plan drafts to getting it approved. They're CA EBB certified installers. Additional thanks to Cortney and John for keeping us updated and guiding us through the process. It was a pleasure doing business with you. read more

If I could I would have given Bolt Down The Bay Area 10 stars. They came and in one day enforced the foundations of my house. I wanted to know that I did the maximum to be protected from earthquakes. Let me list my impression and experience with them: 1. Licensed company. 2. VERY honest and upfront. 3. Punctual in any meeting we had. 4. Very professional and doing an amazing job. I just had an inspectors and he told me what a good job they did. 5. Very easy communication. Very responsive. 6. The persons I interacted with were extremely nice. Courtney is professional but very nice and personal. Kevin that set all the permits paper work was also very efficient and responsive. 7. I usually have a lot of questions and Courtney and even the founder of the company help me understand the role of some blocks that I have seen in the crawl space and I wasn't sure what they were meant for. 8. Finally their price was reasonable to the effort and work they put into the project. 9. My neighbor actually recommended me to go with that company and I became a fan as well. read more

These guys (and gals) are just the best. Now in my second home in the bay area, I have worked with all kinds of contractors and trades people over the years. BDTB wins, hands down, in terms of professionalism and outstanding response times and communications. As you work with them, you will likely also be applying to the CA program for an EBB rebate. They walk you through each step, taking over for you when they can, to make it absolutely painless. Seriously, painless. Thanks much BDTB. You all are awesome. (And my house is now secure!) read more

I highly recommend Bolt Down the Bay Area. These guys were total pros every step of the way, from the free estimate to scheduling to the intense process of bolting our house to its foundation. They went beyond what was needed to do by helping us reattach some duct work in the crawlspace and hauling away some extra debris. Project Manager Tien was always responsive to texts and emails and On-Site Project Supervisor Joel were conscientious and hard working. Not only do these guys deliver on the work of protecting homes from earthquake damage, they do it in a way that restores your faith in contractors and service providers. read more

Bolt down the Bay Area was a pleasure to work with. From the bid to the scheduling of work, everything was on time and seamless. The team that did the work was polite, and very professional. Very nice job! I would highly recommend to anyone considering a retrofit. read more

Bolt Down The Bay Area were very courteous and professional and very prompt in their response to our questions. The worker who came for the initial inspection showed up on time and was very courteous. Once the contract was signed with them, they took care of all the paper work and made the entire process easy for us. The crew which came to do the the retrofit work came on time and cleaned up the site when they finished. They were first class. read more

I've hired Bolt Down the Bay Area on two separate occasions to complete earthquake retrofits and have been impressed by their responsive customer service, their professionalism while on site and the quality of their work. Luis served as foreman for both of my retrofit jobs. He and his crew always showed up when they said they would, were friendly, regularly communicated their progress, and provided me with photos of their work when completed. I'd also commend the company's friendly back office staff who managed the scheduling and payment processes. Keep up the great work Cortney! Earthquake retrofits are not cheap, but I now rest better knowing that my home will be well-protected from serious damage when the big one ultimately hits. read more

I am glad I found Bolt Down The Bay Area to do the seismic retrofit project. Through the entire process, they were professional, courteous, prompt in responding, proactive and detailed in communicating - everything I value. Without hesitation, I would recommend BDTBA for any seismic retrofit needs. read more

Do you want your house to be resistant for big one? If so, consider bolting your house to the foundation. I found BoltDownTheBayArea through reddit and honestly I am really glad I found you guys. Bolting work was completed in a day. There were some noise during installation, however that was expected they were drilling and attaching bolts. Quality of work seems to be really good. They also completed CEA Dwelling Retrofit Verification form, which will give me 25% discount for earthquake insurance. Hopefully my house is now strong enough to handle future earthquake (god forbid). read more

Bolt Down the Bay Area - Foundation Repair Near Me - Palo Alto, California

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We hired Bold Down the Bay Area for seismic retrofitting for our home. The conversation I had with John over the phone was very informative and he was able to answer all of my questions. He explained the pros and cons of getting the work permitted and what seismic retrofitting entails. They were able to schedule an inspection very soon after the phone call. Joel came to do the inspection and took a lot of photos while he was in the crawlspace. While down there, he also took note of a few other things that needed repair (unsupported post and disconnected dryer tube). We asked them to include the repairs for the post and dryer tube in the quote if they could and they happily did for a nominal fee. The crew that came to do the work made a solid effort to keep our home clean while working. They took many pictures and answered any questions we had. I have already recommended Bold Down the Bay Area to 3 people and will sing their praises to anyone who is looking to protect their home from earthquakes! read more

What can't I say that wouldn't result in a 5-star review?! From my first to last interaction the team was super-professional and very informative. I felt very "safe" by selecting them in the beginning and all the way through. I am not the easiest client. I'm demanding and have a high standard for customer service and excellence and these guys delivered. John was able to always leave me smiling when I'd usually start the call with a frown. Tien and Jason were fast with all my emails. The workers (sorry for forgetting names) were diligent and thoughtful and kind. The EBB website is tough to navigate and so is permitting but they handled it all...or left me with very little to do, as much was possible for them to do they did with a smile. I will hire them again if I get the chance and you should too; great job!!! read more

Bolt Down the Bay Area recently did a seismic retrofit for us. The team was professional, thorough, and very responsive. They were also very honest about what we needed - and what we didn't need, to keep our property safe. Would highly recommend them read more

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Happy to work with them on our earthquake retrofitting project. I like their detailed proposal over others, which gives hints that they know what they are doing. Highly recommended. read more

These guys are fantastic professionals! The quote was done in a thorough manner. Questions were answered promptly. Scheduling and communication was prompt. THey are super busy, so I was scheduled out a few months. As we got closer they communicated well and got the job done on time. Very happy with their service and work. read more

Bolt Down the Bay Area - Foundation Repair Near Me - Palo Alto, California

Wow! One of the best experiences and investments ever! I finally feel 100% secure in my home. I was thrilled when my home was selected for the Brace and Bolt rebate program and could not feel luckier to have found the best company around to manage the required paperwork, permits, inspection, and documents for my rebate. On install day, Bolt Down The Bay Area arrived on time with an awesome team of 3, completed the install 2 hours early, and cleaned up everything beautifully. I was even able to continue working from home without interruption. I keep spreading the word, take advantage of the Brace and Bolt Program and make it easy on yourself - go with Bolt Down the Bay Area! read more

I had earthquake retrofitting (seismic retrofitting) done under the "Earthquake Brace and Bolt" (EBB) program, whereby CA & FEMA team up to provide up to $3k reimbursement to homeowners who do earthquake-retrofitting on older homes like mine. A few people on Nextdoor recommended contractors, and "Bolt Down the Bay Area" won my business with the best quote. They were excellent; communicating well, showing up on time, doing good work, taking care of all the permitting, the EBB submissions, and handholding me through the inspection and reimbursement-submission process. Shockingly good customer service. I received the maximum $3k EBB reimbursement, therefore I only paid about 45% of the total cost. FYI: Unlike remodeling, CA supposedly doesn't increase your property-tax assessment for seismic retrofitting. IMHO, Earthquake retrofitting is very worthwhile, though not invincible. Typically, the contractors use specialized brackets to better-tie the home to the foundation, thereby mitigating the biggest risk of serious damage and injury-- which stems from the house sliding off the foundation due to inadequate foundation-tie-down. Seismic retrofitting has been proven effective in the real world by the fact that similarly-constructed buildings in the same neighborhood have survived earthquakes if retrofitted, whereas other nearby buildings without seismic retrofitting have slid off their foundations and crumpled. read more

We chose BoltDown after detailed interviews with 5 contractors. Throughout the pre-sales process, their project managers (Jason and John) demonstrated detailed knowledge and willingness and patience to answer detailed technical questions. We are the kind of customer who actually studied both California and FEMA planset recommendations in detail. Our train of questions eventually led to conversations with the owner, who demonstrated extra patience and willingness to actually work with us to come up with a customized plan that would address extra points of weaknesses unique to our home. Further, their prices were fair. Due to their excellent pre-sales service and actual attention to concrete detail, we chose them. The wait was long but truly worth it. The 3-man crew who came were stellar -- all of them professional and friendly. The foreman, Jose, was truly a pleasure to work with -- an excellent communicator, clearly sharp and attentive to detail, and willing to carefully position connectors in a way that would make life much easier for future unrelated work in the basement. We opted for inspections and the inspectors commented that the work thorough and of high quality; no defects were observed. They were also extremely on top of the paperwork, permits and inspection scheduling. Not a single hitch. Ultimately we were extremely pleased with the quality of service and work. Clearly they are a well-run professional operation that operates with integrity and takes pride in their execution and work quality. A very solid 6 stars if I could. read more

Outstanding service from original quote to final billing. Walked the property with me and was able to highlight all needs up front, and provided a quote to match what was originally discussed. On site - the team was professional, courteous, and was happy to walk me through my space and their installations throughout, as well as answering questions as they came up. Invoice with Pictures and Retrofit Certificate provided about a week later and was as expected. Paid in full and very pleased with the results! Thank you John and the Bolt Down team! Bryan read more

Great job identifying problem areas and remediating foundation strapping.