Keeping Your Christmas Tree SAFE For A Happy Holiday Season
Posted: December 12, 2016
Keeping Your Christmas Tree SAFE For A Happy Holiday SeasonAccording to the National Fire Protection Association, “U.S. fire departments responded to an estimated average of 210 home structure fires per year that began with Christmas trees in 2010-2014. These fires caused an annual average of six civilian deaths, 16 civilian injuries, and $16.2 million in direct property damage.” This national statistic is no different for Nashville, Franklin, Brentwood, or any other areas of Tennessee,...
Save Money & Energy By Winterizing Your Home
Posted: December 1, 2016
Save Money & Energy By Winterizing Your HomeThe winter months are upon us, bringing cold temperatures and adverse weather conditions. You may have already begun preparing for winter by purchasing a new pair of rain boots or a heavy coat, but have you thought about preparing your home? The rain, snow, and ice that are synonymous with winter can cause serious damage to your home, resulting in costly repairs. The unnecessary costs...
How To Tell If Your Roof Needs Replacing
Posted: October 17, 2016
How To Tell If Your Roof Needs ReplacingRoofs are one of the parts of the home that tend to cause homeowners the most headaches. How do you know if something is a simple fix or the sign of a serious problem? Many people are wary of calling in the professionals for an issue that seems small, but an unattended leak or structural issue can grow into a major threat to your home....
Is Your Home Ready For The Fall?
Posted: September 16, 2016
Is Your Home Ready For The Fall?For homeowners, each season brings its own unique set of challenges and maintenance tasks, and prevention is always easier and less expensive than repairing something that's broken. As fall approaches, consider protecting your home by taking the time to assess and address any issues in the following areas: Insulation from the cold. As the weather gets colder, poor insulation can be both uncomfortable and expensive,...
Does My Homeowners Insurance Policy Cover Against Animal Damage?
Posted: August 1, 2016
Does My Homeowners Insurance Policy Cover Against Animal Damage?Most homeowner insurance policies include some level of coverage for pet or animal damage, but it is limited to certain situations. These policies do not typically cover damage to your personal property, such as your furniture or other belongings, if they were damaged by your own pet. However, if your pet damages another person's property, you may be covered depending upon the terms of your...