What to Know About Ice Storms: Causes, Effects and Safety
Posted: February 4, 2022
What to Know About Ice Storms: Causes, Effects and SafetyIn many places, dealing with winter weather like snow, sleet and ice is a normal part of life. But there’s a less common type of winter storm that can cause significant damage no matter where you live: ice storms. Unlike a winter storm or blizzard that brings high winds and heavy snowfall, an ice storm results in the accumulation of ice on outdoor surfaces –...
How To Dig Out After a Blizzard
Posted: January 17, 2022
How To Dig Out After a BlizzardIf you live in an area that regularly sees snow, clearing the driveways and sidewalks after a winter storm is a regular part of life. But when severe winter weather strikes, and the snowfall is measured in feet instead of inches, digging out becomes a lot more work. Even if the weather caught you off guard, you’ll still have to brave the cold and...
Essential Life Jacket Tips for Boaters
Posted: May 25, 2021
Essential Life Jacket Tips for BoatersWhat Are the Different Types of Life Jackets? There’s a wide variety of life jackets on the market with options to fit every age, size, and water-bound recreational activity. You can find designs specifically tailored for recreational boating and water sports like skiing and riding on personal watercrafts, as well as styles for hunting, fishing, paddle sports (such as canoeing, kayaking, and paddleboarding), and offshore...
Do You Have The Right Coverage For Your Roof?
Posted: August 31, 2020
Do You Have The Right Coverage For Your Roof?Roofing insurance claims can be complicated. That’s why it’s so important to have the right homeowners coverage for your roof. Replacing a roof is one of the most expensive home projects a homeowner will encounter. According to Home Advisor, the 2020 national average a homeowner will spend on installing a new roof is more than $8,000. While you can save up over months or years to...
Grilling Safety Tips For Propane, Charcoal & Gas Grills
Posted: June 26, 2020
Grilling Safety Tips For Propane, Charcoal & Gas GrillsNothing says summertime like eating hamburgers, hot dogs, and barbecue straight off the grill. There’s something about cooking your food over an open flame that seems to make everything taste better. But it does come with one notable risk: house fires. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), grills are the cause of more than 10,000 house fires each year, on average — resulting...