Energy Saving Tips For Hot Summer Months
Posted: July 20, 2017
Energy Saving Tips For Hot Summer MonthsKeeping your home cool in the hot summer months can be as costly as keeping it warm in the wintertime. These energy-saving tips can help you minimize your electricity bill while staying cool and comfortable during the heat of the summer months: Set your thermostat to 78° or higher. This can lower your cooling bill by approximately 12%. While you are away from home, set...
How a Swimming Pool May Impact Your Insurance Premiums
Posted: June 29, 2017
If you are thinking of buying or building a swimming pool, or purchasing a home with a swimming pool, becoming educated on pool safety is an important first step. Making sure that your pool is inaccessible to unauthorized persons is the biggest concern. You are responsible if someone is injured in your pool, whether they had […] The post How a Swimming Pool May Impact Your...
5 Ways to Spot Contractor Insurance Fraud
Posted: June 29, 2017
As the 2017 storm season begins, be prepared to help avoid becoming a victim of home repair and contractor fraud. These five red flags can help alert you to times when you are at risk of being scammed by unscrupulous contractors. Someone who just “shows up” After storms, many homeowners find that contractors appear in their neighborhood going door to door and offering to get a head start […] The post 5 Ways to Spot Contractor Insurance Fraud appeared...
7 Tips for Your Storm Season Safety Plan
Posted: June 29, 2017
Two main factors in storm season safety are preparing for the risks and acting on those preparations when alerted by emergency officials. Preparing for risks means having a plan in place and items ready to go in case you have to evacuate or shelter in place. Hopefully you’ll never need your plan, but if you do, it could make a world of difference. Imagine […] The post 7 Tips for Your Storm Season Safety Plan...
8 Ways to Prep your Home for Florida’s Storm Season
Posted: June 29, 2017
In preparation for the 2017 Florida storm season, there are many things you can do to help protect your home and valuables and minimize damage in case of a hurricane. Protect your windows. Storm shutters are the best option, so make sure they are in working order; if you have new ones put up, ensure they are done according […] The post 8 Ways to Prep your Home for...