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What to Do When a Guest Falls in Your Home During a Gathering

As Thanksgiving approaches, you must have a plan in the event that a guest falls in your home during the gathering. People throughout the U.S. will try hazardous activities such as deep-frying a turkey, even...

Don’t Let Those Christmas Lights Turn into a Fire or Electrical Hazard!

Thanksgiving is over and the holidays are officially in full swing, which means it’s time to put up the tree, hang the ornaments, and plug in the lights. But while it’s a great time to...

5 Grilling Safety Tips for Summer Barbecues

Summer is here and that means it’s time to crowd around the grill and spend the afternoon barbecuing with friends and family. But before you get the burgers and buns out, it’s important to note...

Celebrate Mother’s Day With These Mom-Approved Home Improvement Projects

Mother’s Day is already here and it’s the perfect time to show Mom you love her in a number of ways. One way you can show some appreciation is by thinking outside the box and...

Home Improvements You Can Make for a Happy Valentine’s Day

As you prepare for Valentine's Day, one of the most important decisions you'll make is how you’ll spend the day with your sweetheart. The best gesture is to gift something so special and unique or...

Homeowners: What to Do if You Get Completely Snowed In

Winter is upon us, and in states like Connecticut that are no stranger to harsh winters, there's always the chance that a strong storm could leave us temporarily snowed in. This might not be the...

Snowstorm Coming? Make Sure You’ve Reinforced Your Roof

We're in the dead of winter, and on the East Coast, you know what that means: blizzards. Is a snowstorm on its way? Ice and snow can cause severe damage to your roof, so be...

The Snow is Coming: Do You Know How to Safely Shovel Snow?

Clearing the driveway after a snowstorm isn't just a tedious chore; it can actually be dangerous if you don't do it carefully. Moving a heavy shovel full of snow repeatedly without proper form can put...

Would These Famous Horror Movie Houses Be Insurable?

Not all homes are the same, and consequently not all homeowners insurance coverage plans should be the same. Depending on the state of your home, what features it has, how old it is, and whether...

Preparing Your Home for the Fall and Winter

As the weather becomes cooler in the fall and winter, it's a great time to check for places where heat is escaping your home or cold air is getting in. Doing a check for some...

Yes, Wind and Hail Insurance Claims Can Strike This Summer

It is not uncommon for homeowners have had to file homeowners insurance claims just to start getting back on their feet after natural disasters; however there are some things you can do to help prevent...

Does CT Homeowners Insurance Cover A Home Business?

This week, May 4th through 8th, is National Small Business Week. According to the U.S. Small Business Administration, each years since 1963 National Small Business Week has been recognizing the critical contributions of America’s entrepreneurs...

Why is Insuring Older Homes in Connecticut a Challenge?

Older homes have an undeniable charm and appeal for many Connecticut homebuyers. The history and craftsmanship these dwellings can often drive up prices of a vintage home, but they are not without their quirks and...

Can Getting to Know the Neighbors Benefit CT Homeowners?

All Connecticut homeowners face property and liability risk exposures that innately come with owning a home, and most understand that there are a vast variety of factors that can impact a homer's vulnerability to losses....

How Can CT Homeowners Prevent Ruse Entry Burglaries?

In response to a string of scams which occurred last year involving individuals who pretended to be public utility workers, the Connecticut Water Company is developing a system which will help homeowners verify the identity...

Is 3D Printing the Future of CT Manufactured Homes?

If you had the technology to not only choose the layout, location and other specification of your dream home but also the ability to build it one the spot whenever you desired, would you do...