Homeowners

On April 30, 2014, the Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) and Health Canada published a recall for approximately 740,000 White-Rodgers digital thermostats in the United States and 403,000 in Canada. The alkaline batteries used in the thermostat can leak onto the circuit board, posing a fire hazard. The manufacturer has received seven reports of fire […]

A homeowners insurance policy helps protect you and your belongings, but it’s better for everybody if you don’t have to deal with filing a claim. You can lower your chances for incidents by learning from others. Some of the most common claims include: Storm damage. Strong winds are usually to blame for damage, so look […]

Many areas of the country experienced a tough winter. Significant snow and record cold temperatures have caused damage to roads, plants and homes. Now that spring is here and the snow has melted, many homeowners are assessing the winter damage. If you own a swing set, don’t forget to give it a checkup this season […]

Home insurance transfers the risk of personal loss and liability from the homeowner to the insurance company. If you have a mortgage on your house, your lender will almost certainly require you to have the proper insurance. Even if you don’t have a mortgage and own your home free-and-clear, it is still a wise decision […]

A smart home system could be one of the best investments you make in your home and your lifestyle. Not only can it make managing your home easier to do, but it can also help reduce your home insurance premium and overall loss risks. A smart home is a system that provides distance connectivity to […]