April showers bring May flowers. But in homes with poor or blocked drainage, those showers can also bring flooding and damage. Flooding may occur due to surface water or water seeping into unwanted places like a basement. Be proactive to protect your home and belongings with these tips. Evaluate your property. Make sure the ground…
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Spring Cleaning Safety
As the weather warms up, most of our to-do lists include opening the windows and cleaning the house after a long winter indoors. As you gather your cleaning supplies and begin tidying up, it is important to keep these safety tips in mind. Be mindful of clutter. When cleaning, things sometimes get messier before they…
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Myths About Renters Insurance
You spend a lot of time, energy, and money filling your living spaces with things to make it feel like home. It’s more than just where you live; it’s where memories are made and life unfolds. Renters insurance offers the protection you and your belongings deserve. Yet there are many misconceptions when it comes to…
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Preventing Ice Dams
By understanding their causes and warning signs, you can be better informed on how to prevent ice dams from causing expensive damage to your home. What is an ice dam? An ice dam is a buildup of thick ridges of solid ice on a roof’s eaves which prevents snow from draining properly. As the warm…
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Home Theft Protection Tips
No home is free from the risk of theft. It is imperative to take precautions and avoid the temptation to become complacent. When we let our guards down, we increase the risk of theft. Criminals tend to strike during daytime hours when most adults are at work and kids are at school. Most burglars are…
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