Let’s face it: accidents happen. And when they do, you might be looking at car repairs and injuries as well as possible increases to your insurance premium. Safe driving can go a long way in keeping you and your family…
I am seeing more & more reports of traffic accidents daily. Not just fender benders… I am talking about rollover crashes. Sometimes I am amazed at how distracted I can be while driving. Before I worked in insurance I never…
Generators are combustion engines that produce a lot of heat, and can be a fire hazard if precautions aren’t taken. When running your generator, place it in a fire-safe location away from fuel or flammable objects. Make sure the surface…
During the cold winter months, water pipes in your home can freeze and burst, resulting in serious property damage. Fortunately, this scenario is avoidable. The steps below show you how to prevent frozen pipes. Prevention Tips When the temperature plummets, pipes…
Icicles hanging from your home’s roof may look dazzling, but they can also be a sign of ice dams. And if an ice dam gets big enough, it can cause severe damage to your home. Fortunately, there are ways to…
You can often prevent winter damage to your home. But when you can’t, your home insurance can help. Whether it’s tumbling temperatures or a blackout blizzard, winter weather can wreak havoc on a home. But you can avoid a disaster…
If you drive in remote areas or are planning a long trip this winter, keep a winter survival kit in your car. While some of the items on this list may be appropriate for your car all year long, these…
You may be inclined to think that your car runs well without much maintenance year-round, and besides an occasional trip to the mechanic for an oil change, any preparation for the winter months is not high on your priority list.…
Icy weather can create challenging, and potentially dangerous, driving conditions in the winter months. Black ice forms on roadways and can produce a nearly invisible hazard. As temperatures approach freezing, icy conditions can develop, especially on roadways where elevation is…
For many, the winter holidays are a time of joy, celebration and tradition. Decorating your home, yard or office is a fun, festive way to celebrate the season. A little planning can help you enjoy your display all season long.…
