by GV&Y Insurance | Jan 24, 2022 | Safety Tips
Leaning towards an old wood-burning fireplaces to help cut your heating bill this winter? Before you spark a log you should know, fireplaces and chimneys are involved in 42% of all home-heating fires. So before you use your fireplace, ensure you know how to properly...
by GVYUser | Mar 21, 2021 | Education, Insurance
Water damage is one of the main causes of home insurance claims, and the bathroom is one of the rooms at highest risk for it. Here’s how to look for signs of water damage and stop it before it starts. Follow your nose. Smell something musty after you shower? That’s a...
by GVYUser | Dec 24, 2020 | Insurance, Safety Tips
Winter is coming and for homeowners this means being prepared for the utmost extremes, both the frightful and delightful! With beautiful blankets of white snow come picturesque landscapes, family sledding and, well, the threat of ice dams. Ice dams form when the roof...
by GVYUser | Aug 22, 2020 | Education, Ideas, Insurance
If you’re planning a home renovation, you may want to call your insurance agent first because this decision can impact your homeowners insurance. Some home renovations will change the amount of coverage you need, while others could even help you qualify for a...
by GVYUser | Jul 10, 2020 | Education, Ideas, Insurance
The list sits prominently on your fridge. “TO DO: 7 Home Improvement Projects” We all have a list of things we want to do to make our homes look and work the way we want. After months of procrastination, you’re finally going to tackle the list…woohoo! Then, while...
