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Check Business Insurance Off Your List

Check Business Insurance Off Your List

Business insurance — check. Grinnell Mutual’s standard business insurance package covers property, general liability, crime, and inland marine. But are you covered for commercial auto, workers’ compensation, employment practices liability, cyber liability, and equipment coverage? Coverage gaps in your business insurance plan could cost you a small fortune in property or liability expenses. Contact a our agents at Pardridge Insurance (815-758-4447) to check these coverages...

Electrical Issues Top the List of Fire Causes

Electrical Issues Top the List of Fire Causes

In 2015, electrical issues claimed the top spot in the annual list of fire origins based on statistical data gathered by our partner Grinnell Mutual’s Special Investigations. Of the 654 new investigations in 2015, 39 percent of determined fires were electrical, with combustibles placed near heat sources coming in at 21 percent, and incendiaries at 18 percent. Other noted fire catalysts included natural causes (6 percent),...

We Wish You a Fire-free Holiday Season!

We Wish You a Fire-free Holiday Season!

To add warmth to your home during the holiday season, you might start a fire, light a candle, or plug in the twinkle lights on a Christmas tree. Keep safe and warm by the fire Fireplaces are so inviting, but can be so dangerous when people and objects are crammed around the open flame. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), placing items such...

Four Winter Tips for Your Four-legged Friends

Four Winter Tips for Your Four-legged Friends

The cold weather is just as hard on pets as it is on people. Here are some tips to keep your four-legged family members warm and snuggly-safe through the wintery months. Warm up on walks If you brave the cold for daily walks, there are a few risks to keep in mind. According to The Humane Society, wind chill can be dangerous, no matter what...

Commercial Background Checks

Commercial Background Checks

Grinnell Mutual’s Commercial Program offers professional background screening services. Background checks help you ensure the quality and retention of your new hires, manage and minimize risk, and increase safety in your organization. IntelliCorp® Grinnell Mutual’s partnership with IntelliCorp provides our commercial customers with discounted rates on background checks and employment screening products to help policyholders mitigate risk and serve organizational needs. Hiring quality employees is...