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Your Ultimate Holiday Light Safety Guide

Ah, Christmas lights. Whether you’re untangling a decade-old strand or marveling at your neighbor’s display, there’s no denying the magic they bring to the season. But those twinkling lights can come with risks. Electrocution, fires, and falls are just a few potential pitfalls—and we’ve all seen at least one holiday movie where a decoration mishap […]

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Chimney Safety Hero

Chimney Safety: How to Keep Your Home Safe

There’s something comforting about gathering around a warm fireplace, but with great ambiance comes great responsibility. If you’ve noticed black streaks, sticky residue, or a burnt smell lingering around your fireplace, it’s time to pay attention. These aren’t just cosmetic issues, they’re potential safety hazards caused by soot and creosote buildup. Let’s explore what these

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Prepare Your Seasonal Home for Winter

9 Tips to Prepare Your Seasonal Home for Winter

Winter is coming, and while it’s easy to picture cozy fireplaces and snow-covered landscapes, there’s a crucial to-do list waiting for anyone who owns a seasonal or secondary home. Preparing your property for winter isn’t just about avoiding frozen pipes or keeping critters out (though that’s important, too); it’s about peace of mind. Knowing your

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Home Fire Safety Hero

Home Fire Safety and Prevention: Easy Tips to Keep Your Home Safe

Our homes are our safe havens, but they also come with their share of risks—especially when it comes to fire. House fires can cause serious damage, resulting in expensive homeowners’ insurance claims and lengthy restoration and rebuilds that cause significant disruptions to your life. The good news is that most are preventable. By taking a

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Flood Preparedness Guide

Homeowner’s Guide to Flood Preparedness

Flooding is one of the most frequent and costly natural disasters in the U.S., yet it’s often misunderstood. While those in high-risk areas may be required to purchase flood insurance by their mortgage company, many homeowners in moderate or low-risk zones remain unaware of their exposure to flood risks. Climate change is driving more severe

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Rising Home Insurance Costs

Are Rising Home Insurance Rates Putting a Dent in Your Budget?

If you’re a homeowner, you’ve probably seen your homeowners’ insurance prices rising over the past couple of years. According to insurance comparison site Insurify, nearly 30% of American homeowners are sweating over rising home insurance rates. And who can blame them? Home insurance prices spiked by 19% last year, averaging an extra $273 per policy.

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Flood and Earthquake Insurance

Protecting Your Home: The Importance of Flood and Earthquake Insurance

Have you ever wondered if flood or earthquake insurance is worth it? If you have a mortgage, your lender might require flood insurance if you’re in a high-risk area. However, earthquake insurance is rarely mandatory. And if your home is paid off, there are no requirements. But just because it’s not required doesn’t mean it’s

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