Ensuring a Safe and Joyous Holiday Season
The holiday season brings joy, celebration, and a sense of magic to our homes. One of the most cherished traditions is the decoration of a live Christmas tree...

Chimney fires can quickly go from bad to worse, so knowing the signs of a chimney fire in progress is crucial for homeowners who utilize wood burning stoves and fireplaces.

Insurance coverage is all about providing you with the best possible protection for your assets. One risk every homeowner is aware of is the potential for a home fire, but did you know your home’s unique location actually receives what we refer to as a “Fire Protection Class Rating”?

As restaurants around America brave through the COVID-19 pandemic, some have begun making innovative changes to continue business operations. With capacity limitations and indoor dining prohibited in some locales, restaurants are utilizing outdoor spaces and tents now more than ever before.

Laundry might be part of our weekly routine, but oftentimes, cleaning your dryer isn’t. Believe it or not, one-third of dryer fires are caused by an accumulation of lint within the vent system.

Extension cords cause over 3,000 home fires each year, resulting in an average of 50 fatalities and nearly 300 injuries. Oftentimes, extension cords are used improperly and can overheat or short out.

When it comes to protecting yourself and your loved ones, preparation is key.

With all of the excitement of the holidays, it can be difficult to remember safety. Your best bet is to start off safe while you’re decorating your home to prevent any misfortune over the holiday season. Above all else, remember to address these three dangers:

While wood stoves do a great job at heating smaller areas of the home, using them as a supplementary source of heat has led to an alarming – and growing – number of fires traceable to careless installation or misuse.