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Have a Happy Holiday by Avoiding These Common Thanksgiving Claims and Disasters

The holiday season is now in full swing! However, though we may be entering the most wonderful time of the year, the festive holiday family gatherings come along with a side of risks. Within all...

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...

The Dangers of Fire and Lightning to Your Home This Summer

For the past three weeks, we've been discussing some of the most common sources of homeowners insurance claims. This week, we want to focus on two types of claims that grow in frequency over the...

How to Protect Your Home Against Property Damage

No one plans for their home to get damaged, but accidents happen. One out of every 15 U.S. homeowners insurance policyholders files a claim on their homeowners insurance each year, and standard property damage claims...

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...

Homeowners, These Popular Home Features Require Special Coverage

Many homeowners have high-risk assets and seek an adequate policy, and there are certain home features that will require you to obtain special coverages. There may be some features that you added to the home after...

How to Stay Covered When Renting Out Your Home

In this age of Airbnb, more and more people are renting out their homes or parts of their home for a little extra income. However, with the extra cash comes an extra set of risks,...

The Dangers of Carbon Monoxide Exposure in the Home

Carbon monoxide is a very sneaky and very dangerous poison. It is odorless and tasteless, but it is a high-risk element, and can even be deadly with sufficient exposure. Carbon monoxide enters the body through...

How You Can Allergy-Proof Your Home This Spring

We can all agree that spring is a beautiful season, but it is unfortunately also known as allergy season for many people. Pollen, dust, and mold are in the air and prominent more than ever,...

The Personal Insurance Policies Everyone Should Have

There are a few basic personal insurance policies that everyone should have in order to keep themselves safe and protected. Those in Hartford, Connecticut may be pleased to know that Byrnes Agency covers the beautiful...

Avoid These Common Homeowners Insurance Mistakes

Homeowners’ insurance mistakes are common. Avoid the mess by preparing yourself on what to expect and what you may need coverage for from the beginning. It is crucial for homeowners to insure their homes properly;...

Preparing Your Home for Spring

Is your home ready for all that spring entails? Spring will be here before you know it and after the harsh winter weather, there are parts of your home that have probably been neglected. Prepare...

Autumn Home Maintenance Checklist: Sealing It Up

Autumn Home Maintenance > Securing Your Home In this series of posts, we’ve covered some of the important home maintenance checklist that every homeowner should complete. Gearing up for storms, ice, and snow requires some...

Autumn Maintenance Checklist: Tree Care

Autumn Home Maintenance > Caring for Your Trees In our last post, we provided a complete checklist of maintenance items that should be prioritized this autumn season. Tree care, especially in Connecticut, is a huge...

Misusing Products: Unknowingly Ruining Your Yard

Spring brings a lot of rain and the potential to foster a beautiful front or backyard. While you might have a list of to-do’s to get your lawn ready for the warmer weather, have you...