Preparing for Power Outages
Whether a power outage is caused by lightning, ice, wind, or another weather or electrical event, the situation can be extremely inconvenient and even dangerous, especially when it lasts more than a few minutes. Dealing with a power outage for an extended period of...How to Build an Emergency Kit for Your Car
The snow is blowing and piling up as the temperature drops. You’re an hour from home and it’s getting late. A quick turn to avoid what looked like an animal in the middle of the road, and you lose control of the car. Mere seconds later and your car is on the side of...Is “Instabragging” Opening Up Your Home to Criminals?
Your social media posts may not only alert criminals to the fact that your home is vacant, but could also come back to bite you when filing an insurance claim! We’ve all done it; posting that selfie of us on vacation having fun, and we do it without thinking...5 Tips for Finding and Fixing Costly Air Leaks in Your Home
A bit drafty in certain areas of your home? This could be because of costly air leaks. Springtime is an excellent time of year to perform and air sealing project. It is often warm enough not to need heating, and cool enough not to need air conditioning. Finding and...Tips for Traveling with Your Family for the Holidays
If you’re heading somewhere out of state or even just out of town for the holidays, you may be dreading the road trip. With a car full of children, it can seem to take forever to reach your destination. The thought of doing it all over again to return home can turn...Follow us on Twitter!
Heading out before summer ends? Pause mail, put lights on timers, lock windows, and ask someone to check in. Then review how your homeowners policy addresses theft, water damage, and time away. A few small steps can help protect the home you’re coming back to.
Dry summer weather is a good reminder to clear leaves, brush, and clutter away from your home's exterior. Simple maintenance can reduce risk and give you a cleaner starting point for a coverage review.
Planning a July road trip? Before you load the cooler, check your auto policy, roadside assistance options, and proof of insurance. A few minutes now can make a long drive feel a lot less stressful.