SNOW LOAD ALERT – PROTECT YOUR ROOF The unprecedented snow load on roofs in the Northeast in recent past has led to some building damage and collapse. According to reports from several localities, schools, churches, commercial and residential buildings, carports and awnings have been affected. As the next series of winter storms moves into the region, property owners and residents …
When’s the last time you did a home inventory?
When’s the last time you did a home inventory? We don’t stop to think about how many things we have added to our homes over the years. If you have been in the same house for over 15 years there is a pretty good chance you have collected a variety of items. Many of these items may be of value. …
Sewer backup in your home
Sewer backups in your home are something none of us want to even think about. The havoc it can cause on your home is unthinkable. It can cause thousands of dollars in damage. This article from the Insurance Information Institute does a good job covering the information regarding causes of sewer backups. CAUSES OF SEWER BACKUP Aging Sewer Systems: The Civil Engineering Research …
Insuring Personal Watercraft
Personal watercraft are not generally covered by homeowners or auto insurance, and where they are, the coverage limits can be fairly low. You may need to purchase a specifically designed policy in order to insure these vessels. The personal watercraft policy covers: Bodily injury Property damage Guest passenger liability Medical payments Theft Typical policies include deductibles of $250 for property damage, $500 …
Backyard Safety Tips
Many of us are turning to our backyards as a “staycation” versus traveling too far. We’ve turned our backyard’s into an oasis that can be a lot of fun for the whole family. You also want to make sure that the backyard stays fun and free of danger. Here are some tips to keep that backyard safe. The Pool Many …
Keep Your Home Safe During Vacation
Yes, it’s vacation time. The warm weather is here, long holiday weekends and it’s time to take a few vacations this summer. Burglars are also looking forward to you taking a vacation. Is your home an easy target for burglars? Research shows that if it takes more than four or five minutes to break into a home, the burglar will go elsewhere. …
3 Main Ways Lightning Enters Homes & Buildings
A house or other substantial building offers the best protection from lightning. In assessing the safety provided by a particular structure, it is more important to consider what happens if the structure gets struck by lightning, rather than whether the structure will be hit. For a shelter to provide protection from lightning, it must contain a mechanism for conducting the …
Home Maintenance: Is Your Home Speaking To You?
Is your home giving you signs there are underlying issues that you need to address before they get worse. Are you hearing strange sounds, getting funny odors or even some visual clues you might be ignoring? Pay attention to the early warning signs your home is giving you to help with diagnosing common home issues. Here are a few clues and fixes …
Your First Apartment: What You Need To Know
Congratulations, you’re moving into your first apartment. This is a milestone in your life and you should be excited and proud of this accomplishment. Here are a few tips to help you while choosing that right apartment as well as after you have moved in. Measure Be sure when looking at apartments you know the size of the furniture you …
When is the last time you changed your password?
A recent article from NBCNEWS discusses the recent breach from a Russian crime ring, where they have stolen 1.2 billion username and password combos and more than 500 million email addresses. These numbers are staggering, which likely means you could be one of them on this list. Given the scope, it’s a smart decision to change your passwords on your accounts immediately …
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