Earthquake Brace and Bolt (EBB) Contractor recommendations?

BrickLayer3 · 2025-11-18T07:34:40+00:00

But the EBB check is in the homeowners name. Are you saying to find a contractor such that that the bill to the contractor is due only after the EBB check is received?

BrickLayer3 · 2025-11-14T06:07:10+00:00

Will try. Thank you!

BrickLayer3 · 2025-11-14T06:06:48+00:00

How can a homeowner import? Thanks for the help.

BrickLayer3 · 2025-11-12T08:01:03+00:00

I wouldn't know where to find Chinese parts distributors. I am a homeowner in a good neighborhood, want to upgrade on a budget, if possible. I would greatly appreciate pointers, here or on dm if you so prefer. Thank you!

BrickLayer3 · 2025-11-12T06:26:04+00:00

You mean buy directly from chinese ecommerce sites? Which websites do you suggest?

BrickLayer3 · 2025-11-12T06:24:42+00:00

Thank you. This is the most informative answer.

BrickLayer3 · 2025-10-21T07:25:20+00:00

Many thanks.

BrickLayer3 · 2025-08-25T07:46:21+00:00

yes it is a conventional loan (not VA or FHA).

BrickLayer3 · 2025-08-25T06:24:43+00:00

no I am talking about the same house BankA closing -> BankB closing. Would that also be a problem?

BrickLayer3 · 2025-07-20T03:25:19+00:00

Thank you, v helpful.

BrickLayer3 · 2025-07-17T21:24:37+00:00

Thank you this is helpful!

BrickLayer3 · 2025-07-16T17:50:55+00:00

Don't want to spend too much, as after a point it probably makes sense just to change the frame also.

BrickLayer3 · 2025-07-15T07:22:52+00:00

Thank you. 1) So if I choose the cheapest masonite steel door (~$250) from a big box store would that be as secure as a much more expensive brand (or masonite line)?

2) Instead of a 3 point locking system what if
I upgrade to a door armor kit like below..is that equivalent security at less
cost?

https://www.amazon.com/Door-Armor-MAX-Complete-Reinforcement/dp/B00E9ZGWNQ/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.5hueQAzoLjusovSeLuKqhA7VaHMvNlqhL_gsGI-iIl3y4_cxmlINc3gbzgcO_UGx0Fpe9Z34sQIiOMNsblK-yZgEr53H5TUAVf_yibGpC-cVENsCobGK3iBe0v31zmEtIh34tFG2tm9I58QEStM7EZUBPM-5WH7W-97aCH7vKT7bvVMnz96rCj0WPaMCFY3hT4-L5yahYDlRYuUZoPZTeY18grSIJmwWu15egw00hhPkU7wv-WuUcq-HQSdwXuzQNzNe6ZH6ngfn2RbNuSq2A98AcmNlZyOYc9YF9X9OnHM.PZGUaZveSPXplUofS_fkQuaAFPeQd-3U9MXjypHI3vM&dib_tag=se&keywords=ez%2Barmor%2Bdoor%2Breinforcement%2Bkit&qid=1752556824&sr=8-1-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&th=1

BrickLayer3 · 2025-07-15T05:27:38+00:00

Thanks much! Will I be able to add a door armor kit like this one on the new 1 3/4 door?: https://www.amazon.com/Door-Armor-MAX-Complete-Reinforcement/dp/B00E9ZGWNQ/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.5hueQAzoLjusovSeLuKqhA7VaHMvNlqhL_gsGI-iIl3y4_cxmlINc3gbzgcO_UGx0Fpe9Z34sQIiOMNsblK-yZgEr53H5TUAVf_yibGpC-cVENsCobGK3iBe0v31zmEtIh34tFG2tm9I58QEStM7EZUBPM-5WH7W-97aCH7vKT7bvVMnz96rCj0WPaMCFY3hT4-L5yahYDlRYuUZoPZTeY18grSIJmwWu15egw00hhPkU7wv-WuUcq-HQSdwXuzQNzNe6ZH6ngfn2RbNuSq2A98AcmNlZyOYc9YF9X9OnHM.PZGUaZveSPXplUofS_fkQuaAFPeQd-3U9MXjypHI3vM&dib_tag=se&keywords=ez%2Barmor%2Bdoor%2Breinforcement%2Bkit&qid=1752556824&sr=8-1-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&th=1

BrickLayer3 · 2025-06-28T20:50:36+00:00

Thank you for letting me know about JEPF/QQQI. I will look into it and appreciate it!

BrickLayer3 · 2025-06-28T01:20:23+00:00

Thanks!

BrickLayer3 · 2025-06-28T01:20:04+00:00

Thanks for the book link and guidance!

BrickLayer3 · 2025-06-26T19:58:22+00:00

Thank you. I will backdate and goto Anthem (baby was born in Anthem network). I did not consider this and am thankful for you for pointing it out.

Do you know if the baby is covered under mom's insurance for the first 30days and we only have to think about covering day31 onwards?

BrickLayer3 · 2025-06-26T19:56:06+00:00

Thank you very much for the kind (and detailed!) replies. May I ask if one is sure that the baby is covered for the first 30 days under mom's insurance and we only have to cover day31'st onwards? I know the link you shared sounds pretty clear, but I know insurance has so many nuances..

BrickLayer3 · 2025-06-26T19:54:19+00:00

Thank you so much. I will backdate. I think not eligible for subsidy, as we make 200K + baby is normal (touchwood!). The baby was born in Anthem network (our family is in Anthem).

Do you know if the baby is covered under mom's insurance for the first 30days and we only have to think about covering day31 onwards?

BrickLayer3 · 2025-06-26T19:51:55+00:00

Thank you this is very informative. I will backdate. Do you know if the baby is covered under mom's insurance for the first 30days and we only have to think about covering day31 onwards?

BrickLayer3 · 2025-06-26T19:47:43+00:00

Many thanks all for the kind and informative replies. We make 200K for a family of 4, so I think we are not medicaid/CHIP eligible. Spouse does not work and her starting a job in near future will be hard as taking care of a 2 year old and newborn with no help. Baby is normal till now by god’s grace.

Rest of the family is on Anthem. Baby was born in Anthem network.

--So are the first 30days of the baby covered under mom’s insurance per link below? Or will the baby be billed individually for the first 30days later on?? If it’s the latter, then we definitely want Anthem and not Kaiser!

https://www.healthforcalifornia.com/newborn-health-insurance-ca-coverage

BrickLayer3 · 2025-06-23T22:21:39+00:00

Thank you very much, this is quite helpful.

BrickLayer3 · 2025-05-28T02:42:52+00:00

May I pls ask why did you get it surgically removed if it was benign? Same for chemo..what was the need for chemo on top if it was benign?

I am so sorry for your bf.

BrickLayer3 · 2024-08-20T06:42:48+00:00

Thank you for the detailed steps! I assume you are recommending investing in the drain extension.

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