Entries by Doug

7 things to have on hand during a winter storm

It’s here – the depths of the winter cold. This is the time of year when the weather gets serious, and winter storms threaten to interrupt our lives with power outages, icy roads, and bone-chilling cold. The best way to weather a winter storm is to make sure you’re prepared before one hits. Make sure you have these things on hand before the first snowflake falls and you and your family can enjoy some rest during your “forced vacation” rather than the terror of battling a winter storm unprepared.

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5 Reasons to Review Your Insurance Coverage After Christmas

Hoping Santa brings you something really special this Christmas, like fancy new fishing equipment, a TV the size of a small car, or a brand-new diamond necklace? We hope you get your wish! Once the wrapping paper is all cleaned up and the holiday excitement has died down, there’s one more thing to do before the holidays are over – review your homeowners insurance coverage.

6 Tips for preventing winter house fires

During the winter holiday season, more than 156,000 home fires occur, wrecking holiday gatherings, destroying carefully wrapped presents, and generally putting a Grinchy vibe all over the Christmas season. Want to keep your holiday season merry and bright, but not like, “fire trucks racing to your house” bright? Follow these six fireplace safety tips for the holiday season.