Blog Tag - Fire Prevention
Posted by Sharon Little on May 20, 2011
The time has come, you've had it with the old kitchen and you are ready for some shiny new appliances and beautiful hardwood cabinets and granite counter top. I'm sure you are very excited and you want the remodel to go smoothly, quickly and...
Posted by Sharon Little on May 13, 2011
Have you seen us on Facebook and Twitter yet?
You should!
In addition to our website at www.holdenagency.com/, it's where we keep all sorts of tips and tidbits of information about insurance, what we are up to, what you should be doing and what...
Posted by Sharon Little on Apr 15, 2011
When you own or rent a condo, you need insurance protection in more ways than one. As the owner or renter of a condominium unit, your insurance needs are different from other homeowners.
Here’s why:
A master policy purchased by your condo...
Posted by Sharon Little on Jan 7, 2011
Hazards are everywhere
Frozen water pipes? Don't try to thaw them with a blow torch or any open flame. The pipe could conduct the heat and ignite the wall.
Can't say enough about candle safety. Children. Pets. Curtains. Holiday decorations. Be aware...
Posted by Sharon Little on Oct 26, 2010
Halloween is just around the corner. Is your yard decorated? Do you have your blinky, flashing orange pumpkin lights out near your fog machine yet? All this fun brings certain hazards around your home so we've decided to share a few holiday...
Posted by Sharon Little on Jul 8, 2010
Weathermen all over the east coast are calling for hot and humid days ahead. We call those the dog days of summer, when you just want to lay around on the floor all day like dog.
While it's good to rest and relax and enjoy the summer heat, you need...
Posted by Sharon Little on Jun 29, 2010
Grilling Safety
There's nothing like outdoor grilling. It's one of the most popular ways to cook food. But, a grill placed too close to anything that can burn is a fire hazard. They can be very hot, causing burn injuries and they can also melt the...
Posted by Sharon Little on Mar 26, 2010
Maintaining your heat source for optimal efficiency
Have your furnace cleaned and serviced at least once a year. Spring/summer is a great time as your oil burner techs are entering a slower season and they have more time available to meet your...
Posted by Sharon Little on Mar 23, 2010
Travelers Insurance Company offers us some advice on how to stay safe and protect our families and properties in the event of a disaster.
Disaster Tips
Your home is one of your most important investments. By keeping it properly maintained in every...
Posted by Sharon Little on Mar 15, 2010
Follow the link below to see a real life experience involving a fire in a multi-family apartment building.
http://www.iiaba.net/VU/NonMember/HO4.htm
It's not always someone else who has a fire.
Insurance does not prevent losses like this; it makes...
