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Your Guide to Getting Ready for Hurricane Season As hurricane season approaches in Florida and the surrounding areas, homeowners should take some steps to prepare, both inside and outside the home. Preparing for hurricane season doesn’t require a lot of time or expense if you plan out what needs to be done and start working … Continued

Top Ways to Prevent Pet Related Homeowners Insurance Claims If you have furry friends in your home, you probably think of them as an extension of the family. However, visitors to your home and property may not feel the same way. Although injuries sustained due to a pet, such as a dog bite, are usually … Continued

What to do when your hot water heater busts You come home or to your business location and water is pouring out the doors, or worse you wake up step down out of bed and your feet go into a few inches of water or if you’re lucky just a wet floor as you were … Continued

The Insects That Can Damage Your Home When people think of the likely causes of damage to their home, they typically think of a tree falling on the roof, a hurricane ripping off the siding or a tornado causing windows to shatter or ripping an entire roof off. But statistically, these things are much less … Continued

Tips for Staying Clear of Snakes in the Summer Florida natives have a saying about snakes, and native wildlife in general: this was their home long before it was ours. Rodents, snakes, and alligators are native to this area and can appear on your property easily. They are typically not looking to harm anyone, rather, … Continued

Septic Tank FAQ If you’ve recently purchased a home with a septic tank instead of a traditional plumbing system, you may be wondering about the right way to treat and maintain it. Septic tanks are not any more difficult to manage than any other plumbing system, but it helps to keep in mind some best … Continued

Standing Water on Your Property When rain falls in Central Florida, it can last for days, leaving you with a large amount of water built up on the property. Most times, the sun will naturally absorb the water and leave you with no trace within a few days. But there are cases where you end … Continued

Protect Your Home from The Intense Summer Heat As homeowners across the south know all too well, the extreme heat and humidity of the summer months can take a toll on the exterior of any home. To avoid costly damage down the line, here are some easy steps you can take to protect the portions … Continued

How to Minimize Potential Visitor Hazards in Your Home When visitors come to your home, there is always a risk that they could be involved in some kind of accident. This is part of the risk and responsibility you take on as a homeowner, but there are steps you can take to help you manage … Continued

Is Siding Damage Covered by Homeowners Insurance? IS SIDING DAMAGE COVERED BY HOMEOWNERS INSURANCE? Many homes throughout the Southeast are covered in siding, which gives the whole home a uniform and finished look. Siding has many advantages for the homeowner, including the low maintenance needed to keep it in good shape and the way it … Continued