How to Protect Your Home from Melting Snow
Posted: February 4, 2016
You probably have an idea of how to winterize your home. (And if not, we can help you with that!) However, it’s not always clear how to protect your home from melting snow that leaves slush, mud or water in its wake. Melting snow can cause damage to foundations and personal property (both indoor and outdoor) if it’s ignored. If this sounds like something you’re...
The 10 Commandments of Candle Safety
Posted: January 28, 2016
By: Amanda Prischak, www.eriesense.com Have you been lighting up candles during the dark winter months? If so, you’ll want to follow the 10 commandments of candle safety. 1.Thou shall not leave thy candle unattended. This one is pretty obvious, but don’t be tempted to ignore it. Research shows that 19 percent of home candle fires happen when no one is keeping an eye on things. 2. Thou...
5 Ways to get a Designated Driver on New Year’s Eve
Posted: December 23, 2015
By: Abby Badach (www.eriesense.com) | December 23, 2015 No excuse in the book will change the fact that driving drunk is not OK. And you’ve probably heard them all: I’ve only had a few. I’ll be fine. I’ve driven buzzed before. I live 5 minutes away, so driving is safer than walking back. Don’t worry, I know where the checkpoints are – I won’t get...
Four Ways to Prevent Scalds at Home
Posted: December 23, 2015
From cleaning to cooking, homes run on hot water. However, hot water can burn the youngest members of your household. Pardridge Insurance would like you to take the precautions to prevent such a disaster! “Just because the water is not hot to your skin, doesn’t mean it won’t hurt a child’s skin,” said David Miller, assistant vice president of Special Investigations at Grinnell Mutual Reinsurance...
Three Ways to Prevent Frozen Pipes in your Home this Winter
Posted: December 18, 2015
Snow and sub-freezing temperatures will be returning to the Midwest. A deep freeze could lead to frozen pipes and water damage in your home. Pardridge Insurance along with Grinnell Mutual recommends taking steps to prevent water damage from frozen pipes. 1. Know how to shut off your water. “If you’re going to be gone for an extended period of time in the winter, it’s good to...