Every year, at least 430 people die in the US from accidental CO poisoning. About 50,000 people in the US visit an ER yearly due to accidental poisoning. Carbon monoxide is an odorless, colorless gas that can kill you. That is why it is important to know how to prevent it, detect it and protect […]
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Moving Into a New Home Checklist
You have finally decided to take the plunge and buy your first home. Moving into your new home is a big life change. There are still things to do after you sign the papers saying the home is yours. We came up with a list that every new homeowner should check off to get you […]
Read MoreLiquor Liability Insurance: Do All Business Owners Need It?
If you own a restaurant, bar, or nightclub you most likely serve alcoholic beverages. If you own a business and you invite clients to an open house on your premises and serve alcohol; an intoxicated customer can cause damage or gets injured on your premise after being served alcohol, you can be held liable. To […]
Read MoreLaundry Pods: A Hidden Danger
When we think of laundry, we usually think of it as dreaded chore or maybe you think of fresh sheets, but you usually don’t think of danger. In the last few years, laundry pods have grown in popularity because they are convenient. However in the hands of a young child they can be fatal. In 2016, […]
Read MoreStaying Cool During a Power Outage
In the summer months, power outages can be more than an inconvenience – it can be very dangerous, especially if you do not have a game plan to keep cool and minimize risks. We have complied a list of tips that will have you create a game plan, stay safe and maintain your cool. We […]
Read MoreKeeping You and Your Yard Safe This Summer
For many of our neighbors in the Chicagoland area, summer means more than sunshine and vacations. It also means working in their yard – often with tools that can be dangerous if not used properly. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) estimates about 230,000 people each year are treated in hospital emergency rooms for […]
Read MoreTips to Avoid Animal-Vehicle Collisions
Animal-vehicle collisions are not only costly but can be dangerous. In the states of Illinois, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota and Wisconsin, it is estimated that more than 149,000 animal-vehicle collisions resulting in more than 100 deaths occur each year. Fall is here and winter is approaching, this is the time of year when most animal-vehicle collisions […]
Read MoreIs Your Fire Pit Covered on Your Homeowners Insurance?
Now that fall is finally upon us and winter is ahead of us, doesn’t mean that you have close up your backyard. A fire pit can make a cold evening an enjoyable adventure and according to landscapers, fire pits are growing in popularity and are a hot choice for outdoor living areas. There are some […]
Read MoreFall Home Maintenance Safety Tips
Fall is the time for yard clean-ups and readying your house for the cold winter ahead. Keep these safety tips in mind as you work. Look Up Before Pruning Trees If you have decided that your yard needs to be spruced up by trimming your trees, be sure to look up and survey the area […]
Read MoreSix Home Safety Tips for Kids
As summer ends and school is back in session, we would like to remind you about safety at home for your children. Here are six safety tips to help ease your mind. Keep doors and windows locked at all times. Children who are old enough to be left at home alone should be educated on […]
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