We hope everyone in the Mohawk Valley enjoyed their Labor Day Weekend as they get the kids ready for school and think about cooler weather to come. And speaking of weather, September brings some of the most beautiful days we experience here in the Utica area. Low humidity and sunny skies make it the perfect […]
September 2, 2024
Homeowners insurance policies are designed to provide financial protection against various types of losses or damages to a home and its contents. Among the many items covered under a standard homeowners insurance policy is sports equipment. This coverage can be particularly valuable for athletes and sports enthusiasts who own expensive gear. Understanding how this coverage […]
July 9, 2024
Here in the greater Utica area we eagerly anticipate the dazzling displays of fireworks that light up the night sky, symbolizing the nation’s independence and spirit. However, while fireworks bring joy and excitement, they also come with significant risks. Each year, thousands of people, particularly children and teenagers, are injured in fireworks-related incidents. Understanding the […]
June 25, 2024
The first disaster that comes to mind when people consider their homeowners insurance is usually fire. At least that was the main concern when insurance companies were first formed in the U.S. back in the 18th century. But according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.), “Water damage is one of the most common and costly […]
May 28, 2024
A friend of ours received an unusual gift this Christmas. He has a local volunteer fireman and firewoman in his family and they decided to give everyone a new fire blanket. He had never heard of a fire blanket, but it makes perfect sense. It’s in an easy to see red bag that you hang […]
January 2, 2024
Are you struggling to create a New Year’s resolution? We’ll go over some of the most popular resolutions and how to pick one. Happy New Year! Now that 2023 is coming to a close, millions of people may be thinking about their New Year’s Resolutions. Many people vow to improve something about themselves at this […]
December 12, 2023
Research at the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) finds that Thanksgiving is the peak day for home cooking fires. And you won’t be surprised that all the excitement and conversation with the kids, aunts, uncles, and friends, leads to unattended cooking as the chief cause. So to avoid that call to your local fire department […]
November 21, 2023
Now that your college student, or students, are well into their academic year, you might be wondering about the stuff you dropped off with them. There’s the clothes, table lamps, and, front of mind, the laptop. What if something’s stolen? According to the Insurance Information Institute, approximately 50 percent of all on-campus crimes are burglaries. […]
September 26, 2023
Owning a home is a large part of the American dream, but it also comes with a set of responsibilities. One of the most crucial being risk management. Wait a minute you might say, risk management? You’re probably thinking that’s a corporate thing. A worry for big business, not a homeowner. But if you own […]
August 22, 2023
Winter greens and flickering lights are hallmarks of the holiday season; however, they also present fire risks that can turn a festive time into a devastating one.
December 7, 2021
