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10 Overlooked Home Projects

10 Overlooked Home Projects

It seems like there is always a home project on the To-Do List!   You probably already have a list of annual projects. But there are many others that fly under the radar. Paul Sullivan, founder of a full-service remodeling company and the chairman of the National Association of Home Builders Remodelers, suggests you tackle these overlooked home projects. 1. Replace your water heater. It’s...

10 Overlooked Home Projects

10 Overlooked Home Projects

Planning on sprucing up your home this spring? If so, you probably already have a list of annual projects. But there are many others that fly under the radar. Paul Sullivan, founder of a full-service remodeling company and the chairman of the National Association of Home Builders Remodelers, suggests you tackle these overlooked home projects. 1. Replace your water heater. It’s pricey (about $800 to...

Electrical Shock Checklist

Electrical Shock Checklist

Electricity is powerful. You rely on it to power your business. It’s power worth respecting. Electrical shock kills and injures thousands of people each year. While dry skin provides a natural barrier to electrical currents, wet skin - even from perspiration - reduces resistance to zero. Taking proactive steps to prevent electrical shocks in and around your work site is essential. Don’t allow electricity to...

Proper Smoke Alarm Placement Can Save Your Life!

Proper Smoke Alarm Placement Can Save Your Life!

Not only is checking the batteries and testing your smoke alarms important to your safety, but also key is placing smoke alarms in the proper places. Alarms should be in the basement, outside sleeping areas, and inside each bedroom. View the infographic below to learn more about smoke alarm placement. More information about fire prevention This article is part of a series of articles for Fire...

Renters Insurance

Renters Insurance

  Do you rent your home or apartment? Did you know your landlord’s insurance policy doesn’t cover your possessions or protect you from liability claims? Because dependable coverage is what you need, that’s what our renters insurance offers. It's available through Grinnell Mutual or your local farm or county mutual. When the day comes to buy homeowners insurance, the insurance history you build with renters insurance...