Wednesday, November 23, 2022Every homeowner should have some basic skills to perform small repairs or bypasses until a licensed handyman can come and address the root of the problem. Below are 10 tips for doing your own handy work. Repair a leaky faucet: Most small leaks are caused by a failed washer, which should be replaced. READ MORE >>
Thursday, October 6, 2022At first glance at the title, you might be thinking, “Okay, I clean the screen. That's easy!” You might even be cleaning out the small screen on your dryer every time you use it, which is great. Yes, cleaning the main screen is easy and most of us do that on a regular basis. READ MORE >>
Wednesday, July 13, 2022Real estate values have increased over the past year and are projected to continue increasing, albeit at a slower rate. But what do these rising values mean for your home insurance premium? Many homeowners are concerned that a home with an increasing market value will require more insurance coverage, therefore raising premiums. READ MORE >>
Thursday, June 2, 2022A home is the largest purchase most Americans will ever make. They want to protect it and their belongings in the event of an unpreventable disaster. This is why most people carry homeowners' insurance. Yet, having full coverage does not mean paying top dollar for home insurance premiums. READ MORE >>
Thursday, April 7, 2022The hot days of summer often bring humidity and unstable atmospheric conditions that sometimes produce severe thunderstorms. It's always important to take action during these storms to keep you and your family safe, but there are risks to your home and belongings as well. READ MORE >>
Wednesday, February 9, 2022Your home insurance policy can include any "non-attached" building on your property — so long as you let your insurer know that you have those buildings on your property. This includes tool sheds, gazebos, playhouses and doghouses. The question isn't so much whether these structures can be covered, but whether they should be covered. READ MORE >>
Tuesday, October 5, 2021It's fall and in most areas the weather is getting significantly colder. If you let too much of that cold air into your home, you could be paying more than you want to heat your home. So, take some time this month and take care of all those areas that are letting the cold air in. READ MORE >>
Wednesday, June 16, 2021Large mature trees provide shade in the summer and beautiful foliage in the fall. However, they can also be a year round hazard to your home. The fall and winter seasons are especially difficult times for large trees. In some states, fall is the peak of the hurricane season where high winds can topple over trees and bring down branches weighing hundreds of pounds. READ MORE >>
Thursday, February 25, 2021Home invasions involve a criminal entering your residence when you are home—typically on the weekend or at night. Far more dangerous than a typical burglary, these intruders aren’t stopped by alarm systems, door locks or barred windows. They will do whatever they can to enter a home and take full control. READ MORE >>
Wednesday, October 21, 2020 When you buy a home, it’s critical to know how to protect it. After all, if you neglect the property then you might face significant damage risks, any of which could prove financially devastating. One of the most prevalent and catastrophic damage risks present in any and all homes is the risk of fire. READ MORE >>
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