Home Assurance: As Cold Weather Grows Near, Winter Maintenance Will Be Needed
Posted: December 6, 2012
Heating systems, fireplaces, wood stoves, roofs, gutters and downspouts are all things that need to be considered as a part of regular winter maintenance regime. Taking the time to be sure that these are all in working order before the onset of the winter months will eliminate any potential freeze ups and/or damage done to your home. Heating Systems: Have...
Snowmobile Insurance; Get It Before The Snow Really Flies!
Posted: December 29, 2011
Where’s The Snow?!? Many folks from snowmobile associations across New England are asking that very question. It’s almost January and the trails have very little if any snow cover on them. However, since the holiday season is almost over, there is some extra time to focus on their final preparation. Besides getting the machines ready and planning your routes, you may want to add to...
Now That Christmas Is Over…
Posted: December 29, 2011
If you have a fresh cut tree just because the Christmas holiday is over doesn’t mean that you should stop maintaining it. If you choose to leave your tree up until the New Year you need to keep watering it frequently to reduce the chance that its needles will dry our and pose a fire hazard. A Christmas tree fire isn’t a frequent occurrence, but when...
Better Ways to Save on Your Insurance
Posted: March 8, 2011
A better way to save on insuring your home is to raise your deductible. An increase from $500 to $1,000 could save up to 25 percent on your premium payments. Most people make the common mistake of insuring a home for its real estate value rather than for the cost of rebuilding. When real estate prices go down, some homeowners may think...