How to Survive a Power Outage
Posted: May 7, 2015
Power outages can occur at any time—and they’re almost always unexpected. When it comes to how to survive a power outage, there are few things to keep in mind beyond candle safety and digging out board games. By taking a few measures beforehand, you’ll be more comfortable –and less panicked—when the power goes out. Prep for a possible emergency While some power outages last no more...
When It Rains, It Pours
Posted: May 6, 2015
We’ve all seen pictures of houses with water up to their rooftops, and cars floating serenely down a street that looks more like a river. Floods are a major force to be reckoned with and can have catastrophic effects on your car and your home. In the case of homeowner’s insurance, you are probably not covered for flood damage in your homeowner’s policy. Flood coverage...
New Homeowner Checklist
Posted: April 29, 2015
Buying a house is a big decision and can definitely change your life. You get the advantages of living in a place that’s all your own, but there are so many new responsibilities that fall on your plate: mowing the lawn, painting the house, taking care of that washing machine yourself when it starts spraying water, rather than calling a super or a landlord. These...
Five Questions You Should Ask the Current Homeowner or Realtor
Posted: April 28, 2015
By: Erie Insurance No one knows a home better than the homeowner. This makes the homeowner an invaluable source of information for homebuyers. If the homeowner is selling the home through a realtor, your chances of speaking with him or her are slim. But if the opportunity does arise—or if you are considering a home being sold by the homeowner—here are a few questions you...
Human Happens
Posted: April 24, 2015
You probably come to a full halt at stop signs, always use your turn signals and never speed through a yellow light. But even the best drivers all have one thing in common: we're all human, and humans make mistakes. Maybe you forgot to look both ways before making that right turn on red, or you were following the car in front of you just...