Safety First! Knowing the Where and How of Fire Extinguishers.
Posted: September 27, 2017
It also means knowing how to stop a fire once it starts. Teaching your family and work team the basics of fire fighting could reduce fire damage at home and your workplace. There are 3 common types of fires: ordinary combustibles, like paper, wood, and trash; flammable liquids, greases, or gases; and energized electrical equipment. Fire extinguishers are built to put out one or...
Does your Auto Insurance Need a Tune-Up?
Posted: August 29, 2017
When a disaster hits you hard, the most important thing is the safety of your family. We know your concern is a place to stay, clothes to wear, and food to eat. One of the insurance carriers Pardridge Insurance represents is Grinnell Mutual. When you’re insured through Grinnell Mutual and/or FarMutual®, they will help you save money and get back on your feet with one...
Home Coverages
Posted: August 9, 2017
Own a home? Owning a home is a big responsibility. From making the mortgage payment each month to ongoing maintenance and renovations, being a homeowner can cause the occasional sleepless night. Grinnell Mutual and our Grinnell Mutual Members believe in protecting your investment (and your sleep) with our flexible Home-Guard® insurance, which combines property and personal liability coverage with added options, like additional living expenses. And if your...
5 Security Tips for Your New Home
Posted: July 6, 2017
When you think of home security, you probably imagine expensive, intricate systems that cost more than you’re willing to shell out—especially after buying a new home. But that’s not always the case. Good home security doesn’t require a pricey, state-of-the-art system. In many cases, small changes and habits are all you need to keep burglars at bay. Keep these five security tips in mind as...
WHO INVITED THE LAWSUIT?
Posted: May 30, 2017
Summer parties are one of the highlights of season. If you’re hosting a party — pool or otherwise — on your property, know that you can be held liable if injury or death occurs as a result of a minor drinking alcohol or an unsafe environment. Although liability is almost always case-specific, it’s a good idea to stick to some general guidelines when throwing a...