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Tips for Power Tool Safety
Friday, September 4, 2020
What would you do without power tools? Well, you’d probably take on fewer home-improvement projects — and probably have a lot more calluses on your hands. Thankfully, you don’t have to do without. But you do have to use...
What is water backup coverage and why is it important?
Friday, August 7, 2020
Water damage can be disastrous to your home. Imagine discovering that your entire basement is filled with brown water and sewage from a backed-up water main or other pipe. It’s not only disgusting and potentially...
How to Update your Home — Without Spending Thousands
Friday, July 10, 2020
It doesn’t take a massive remodel, or a big budget, to make your house feel a little more like home to you. Inside or out, small improvements can make a significant difference - and whether you’re handy or not, you can...
I Just Bought a New Car. What Insurance Coverage Do I Need?
Friday, June 5, 2020
Congratulations! After weeks of research, comparing makes and models, and taking test drives you finally bought that brand-new car you wanted. But before you take that well-deserved road trip, check one more item off...
COVID-19: Returning Employees to Work Webinar - Recommended by Onstad's Insurance Agency
Thursday, May 7, 2020
May 6, 2020 6:40 PM Pete Thrasher IIABCal's EPLI program partner, Tokio Marine HCC, is committed to helping employers navigate workforce challenges during these uncertain times. IIABCal members are invited, along with...
Keep Your Pets Safe in a Disaster
Friday, May 1, 2020
A safe home, a regular routine, a soft bed – the things that bring you comfort bring your pet comfort, too. It’s so important to give some advance thought to how you’d handle your pet responsibilities during and after a...
Coronavirus Relief for Companies - Helpful Links
Monday, April 6, 2020
First and foremost, I hope this message finds you and your loved ones safe and well. Now, as you are probably aware, Congress has finalized its efforts to help curb the economic impact from COVID-19 and last week, the...
Why You Need Service Line Coverage
Friday, April 3, 2020
Let’s spare a moment for something most of us use every day yet probably take for granted: our service lines. We rely on them for access to water, electricity, gas, Internet connection, and more, but only think about...
What to Consider When Choosing Auto Insurance
Friday, March 6, 2020
Carrying a minimum amount of auto insurance is required by state laws, so you can’t legally drive without it. Yet while the minimum amount keeps your premiums lower, it can also put you at great risk if you have an...
5 Carbon Monoxide Safety Tips
Friday, February 7, 2020
Every year, unintentional carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning (not linked to fires) sends 20,000 people to the emergency room and causes more than 4,000 hospitalizations. And, you might consider them the fortunate ones. CO...