Archive by Author

Protect Your Home From Pricey Winter Problems

18 Dec
Safely Winterize Your Home

Winter seems to be in full force and with it comes winter related damage that can affect your home. According to the Insurance Information Institute, winter related damage is the third-largest cause of property loss. Unfortunately, some of it may not be covered by your homeowners policy. Making yourself aware of the potential pitfalls that […]

Tips for a Successful Thanksgiving

29 Nov

Thanksgiving is just a few days and while it is a great time to gather your family, enjoy a delicious meal and contemplate everything you are thankful for, the quickest way to ruin the holiday is having to make a homeowners claim. A full house and a hot oven can lead to slips, trips, and […]

Fire Pits are a Hot Trend for Backyards Are they covered?

12 Nov
Backyard Fire Pit

Winter is getting closer every day but just because the temperatures are dropping and the snow will be flying doesn’t mean you have to close up your backyard. A fire pit can make a cold evening an enjoyable adventure and according to landscaping experts, fire pits are gaining in popularity and are a hot choice […]

Yikes! Are You Covered for Halloween Dangers?

28 Oct
Are you covered for halloween dangers?

Halloween is just around the corner and soon tricksters and treaters will be knocking on your door hoping for their favorite candy. While it is always fun to get in the Halloween spirit, homeowners should be careful, as there can be liabilities with this holiday that could result in an expensive claim on your homeowners […]

Oh No! Dog Bite Claims Hit Record High

17 Oct
Dog Bite Claims for Homeowners Are on the Rise

According to the Insurance Information Institute, dog bites are on the rise. The number of claims related to Fido taking a chunk out of a neighbor, friend or family member jumped up roughly 6 percent to 17,359. This figure shattered the previous record which was set way back in 2003. The average cost of a […]

The Top 10 Most Disaster-Prone States

01 Oct
Victims of Hurricane Sandy

Disasters can happen just about anywhere but the truth is that some areas are more prone to catastrophic weather. Floods, hurricanes tornadoes and fires have favorite locales that they pound over and over, putting those cities and states into a special category when it comes to experiencing disasters. If you happen to live in one […]