Friend and Foe
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Friend and Foe
Fire is man's oldest ally -- and our oldest enemy. We use it for cooking, for warmth, for electricity and light, but sometimes, it can turn on us. More than 3,500 Americans die every year in house fires, and more than 18,000 are injured. Take the time to protect your family and your home from fire damage with a few simple tips:
• Electrical fires: A little common sense can go a long way in keeping your home safe from electrical fire. Don't overload circuits, and immediately unplug any device that sputters, sparks or smokes. Don't run cords under rugs or other flammable items.
• Kitchen fires: Fire cooks our food, but it can all too easily get out of hand. Make sure to never leave a pot on the stove unattended, and keep towels and other flammable items away from burners. Remember that if you have a grease fire, adding water to the flames will only make the problem worse. Keep an approved chemical fire extinguisher in easy reach.
• Smoke alarms: Having a working smoke alarm in your house can double your chances of survival in a fire. Test the alarm every month, and make sure it always has fresh batteries. A great way to remember to change the batteries is to change them when you change your clocks for Daylight Saving Time.
These few simple tips can keep you and your home safe from the ravages of fire. Call us today for more information on fire safety—and how you can receive discounts for being fire wise. We can also talk about bundling in your auto policy, and saving you even more money—and peace of mind.
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New Homeowner Checklist
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New Homeowner Checklist
Buying a house is a big decision and can definitely change your life. You get the advantages of living in a place that’s all your own, but there are so many new responsibilities that fall on your plate: mowing the lawn, painting the house, taking care of that washing machine yourself when it starts spraying water, rather than calling a super or a landlord. These new responsibilities often wind up leading to big new bills.
Make sure to take care of one important task when you buy a new home: change your auto insurance. Sounds strange, right? But many people don’t like to go to the hassle of changing their car insurance when they buy home insurance. Turns out, it’s not a hassle at all, and bundling your
Give us a call today to find out how easy it is to switch your insurance, and save that cash for your new house
*Not all companies are licensed or operate in all states. Not all products are offered in all states. Go to erieinsurance.com for company licensure and territory information.
*All insurance products are subject to terms, conditions and exclusions not described here; we can answer any questions you may have.