Fire Safety and Other Potential Holiday Hazards
Winter greens and flickering lights are hallmarks of the holiday season; however, they also present fire risks that can turn a festive time into a devastating one.
December 7, 2021
Category: Homeowners Insurance
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How Often Should You Replace Your Roof and Why is it Important?
Don’t overlook your roof! This important structure affects more than curb appeal. It’s responsible for protecting many structures and systems.
October 22, 2021
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Your Home is in a Trust, WHY THAT MATTERS!
Warning this article starts off dry & boring but if you hang in there it gets better with fireworks, fire, and other mayhem. First things first. What is a Trust? Basically, here are some layman’s definitions. A trust is a legal document that can be created during a person’s lifetime and survive the person’s death. […]
March 12, 2021
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The Investment Every Homeowner Should Consider
Water damage is one of the most common causes of home insurance claims. According to ISO, water damage claims are the second largest frequent insurance claim, following wind and hail damage. Claims due to water damage impacts 1 in 50 homeowners each year. The cost from these claims impacts all of our home insurance premiums. […]
August 6, 2020
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Protect Your Home from Water Damage
Did you know? Water damage is the second-most frequently filed homeowners claim. Water damage is 5x more likely than theft, and 6x more likely than fire. One in 50 insured homes file a water damage or freezing claim each year. The average cost of a claim due to water damage or freezing is $9,633. 68% of water backup claims […]
August 5, 2020
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Water Damage- Know What to Do
Water can do an enormous amount of damage very quickly. Most homeowners are not equipped to handle and mitigate the kind of damage and bacterial growth that water can cause in a very short time, and will need the professional help and guidance of a water mitigation/restoration company to minimize and thoroughly handle the damage. […]
August 5, 2020
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Easy Prevention Tips for Homeowners to Prevent Water Damage
Water damage is the second most frequently filed homeowners claim. One in 50 insured homes files a water damage claim each year. Know where the main water valve is located so it can be shut it off quickly in case of an emergency. Monitor the water bill. A bigger water bill may indicate a water […]
October 11, 2019
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Protecting Your Home: Understanding Your Home Insurance Policy
As a homeowner, one of the most important aspects of your home isn’t something you use daily. And it isn’t something flashy you show off to friends. It’s your homeowner’s insurance policy, and it protects you in more ways than you may think, helping you rebuild your home or repair damage that results from a […]
April 16, 2018
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Device Insurance: Cover Your Personal Electronics With the Policy You Already Have
It seems everyone these days has a smartphone. Or, a smart TV, a tablet, or an ebook reader. Or, all of the above – and more. When you add it all up, you may find you have thousands and thousands of dollars tied up in technology. It’s a significant investment, and one your homeowners insurance […]
October 14, 2016