by Steve Burgess | Oct 1, 2020 | Home Owners Insurance, Insurance, Natural Disasters, Tips for Homeowners, Uncategorized
When you’re buying homeowner insurance, how do you determine the replacement cost of your home? Many homeowners automatically base the replacement cost on the current market value. But that method could leave you with unpleasant surprises if you have a loss. Your...
by Steve Burgess | Sep 8, 2020 | Home Owners Insurance, Insurance, Natural Disasters, Protecting Your Business Equipment, Tips for Business Owners, Tips for Homeowners, Uncategorized
Just as you prepare your home for severe weather, consider taking steps to prevent damage to your valuable articles and collections. BEFORE THE STORM Prepare your home by adding protective hurricane shutters, hurricane glass windows and roof hurricane clips. Avoid...
by Steve Burgess | Aug 25, 2020 | Home Owners Insurance, Tips for Homeowners, Uncategorized
You do not have to live in a designated flood zone to be susceptible to flood loss. Because most standard home insurance policies exclude coverage for surface water that damages property, you may need to obtain coverage through the National Flood Insurance...
by Steve Burgess | Jul 21, 2020 | Home Owners Insurance, Insurance, Tips for Homeowners, Uncategorized
With normal vacation travel disrupted because of pandemic concerns or restrictions, many people are choosing to get away to vacation or secondary homes. Because these homes may not have had inhabitants for quite some time, you’ll want to take a few precautions as you...
by Steve Burgess | Jul 14, 2020 | Home Owners Insurance, Tips for Homeowners, Uncategorized
Riding mowers seem more popular than ever for trimming the lawn. A self-propelled riding mower with a seated or standing operator is designed to cut larger grassy areas such as residential lawns, golf courses, cemeteries and parks. While riding mowers can efficiently...
by Steve Burgess | Jun 30, 2020 | Home Owners Insurance, Tips for Homeowners, Uncategorized
Grilling season is here, and with all the social distancing that 2020 has brought us, consumers are eager to do more home cooking at their backyard grills. According to the Hearth, Patio and Barbecue Association, 68% of American grill owners plan to cook out on the...