True Cost of Water Damage Claims

We often think of Mother Nature as the most likely source of damage to our homes, but we shouldn’t be ignoring likely culprits inside our homes either, like an ice machine hose or washing machine. Non-weather-related water damage claims are one of the most common types of claims on a home, second only to exterior […]


A Time for Thanksgiving

Cooler temperatures have arrived, the leaves have changed, and with Thanksgiving only days away, people across the nation are prepping for the holiday season. While you are planning the Thanksgiving menu and post-dinner football game plays, it’s important to remember a few fire safety facts and tips to keep everyone safe. Thanksgiving is the leading […]


Steps to Take for Fire Prevention

It’s Fire Prevention Week! Every year in the month October, The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) designates a week to promote fire prevention in observance of the Great Chicago Fire that tragically killed more than 250 people, destroyed over 17,400 structures, burned more than 2,000 acres, and took 2 days to put out. The historic […]


Why It’s Important to Catalog Your Home Contents

Do you know how many belongings you have and how much all of them are worth? No one wants to think about bad things happening to your home. But, if disaster strikes due to a fire, theft, or weather related incident, will you know how much it would cost to replace everything you own? Having an accurate inventory […]


Laundry Room Safety Tips

The laundry room can be one of the biggest danger zones in your home. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) reports that over 10,000 home fires originate in the laundry room each year causing around $294 million in property damage. While this statistic is alarming, the laundry still needs to get done. With the following safety […]


Seahawks or Patriots?

Seahawks or Patriots? Guacamole or buffalo dip? Katy Perry or Lenny Kravitz? Regardless of whom you are cheering for on Sunday’s big game, we can all agree that the Super Bowl is one of the most anticipated sporting events of the year. From the commercials to the food, these fun facts are sure to keep […]


The Dangers of Fireworks

As we approach the 4th of July, we urge you to stay away from fireworks and leave the displays to the professionals. Thousands of people are injured every year using fireworks with injuries ranging from burns, to contusions and lacerations and even blindness. The Consumer Products Safety Commission conducted a special study of fireworks between […]


Thanksgiving Around the Corner

  In a few weeks, households across the U.S. will be preparing one of the largest dinners of the year — Thanksgiving dinner. As they are stuffing the turkey and setting the table, fire safety isn’t usually what is at the top of people’s minds.    Cooking is the leading cause of residential building fires, with […]