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Sump Pump Installation and Maintenance

Sump Pump Installation and Maintenance

You should take any signs of water in your basement very seriously, whether it’s just a bit damp after a heavy storm, or if water is pooling on the floor. Even small amounts of water in your home's basement can do thousands of dollars of damage. This damage could...

Avoiding Boating Disasters

Avoiding Boating Disasters

In New England, peak boating season typically begins in April and lasts only a few months. But no matter the time of year, or where you live, safely operating a boat is essential. When a storm is on the horizon, whether you’re on the ocean or a lake, boaters should...

How to Prepare Your Home for a Flood

How to Prepare Your Home for a Flood

Floods are one of the most common disasters in the United States, as well as the costliest. You don't need to live in a flood zone to be impacted, as anywhere it rains, it can flood. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), flooding is...

Does Auto Insurance Cover Pothole Damage?

Does Auto Insurance Cover Pothole Damage?

There’s nothing worse than driving along and bam! You hit a pothole. Potholes can occur in any climate but happen frequently in the first few months of the year in regions of the country that experience snow, ice, and freezing temperatures. When water freezes, it...

Preventing Sewer Backups at Your Home

Preventing Sewer Backups at Your Home

No homeowner wants to experience a sewage backup. Not only is it a health and safety risk, but it can be expensive to clean up. When the sewer system is backed up, your home could suffer damage to several things like the floors, walls and your personal belongings....

Electric Blanket and Heating Pad Safety

Electric Blanket and Heating Pad Safety

Whether you use an electric blanket to snuggle up on a cold winter night or need a heating pad to soothe an ailment, both personal heating appliances have the potential to cause fires if not used properly. According to the Electrical Safety Foundation, electric...