Published: July 3, 2012
A sudden and long-lasting power outage makes a portable generator a must. But finding one when you need it isn’t easy. Here’s one home owner’s odyssey.
Showing posts with label Protect Your Home. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Protect Your Home. Show all posts
The Best Home Security Money Can Buy … But Who Really Needs a Helipad?
By: Dona DeZube
Published: January 23, 2012
If you’ve got a few million dollars, you can buy the world’s safest home. But for the rest of us, these 7 home security tips help us sleep at night.
Protect Yourself and Your Home from Flooding
By: Gwen Moran
Published: September 7, 2011
Few places in the country are considered free from flooding, so protect your home and family.
Hidden Dangers After Flood: Check Your Fireplace and HVAC
By: Dona DeZube
Published: September 1, 2011
Damage from rainwater and flooding post-natural disaster can mean wrecked siding, soaked drywall, and carpets made of mud. But less obvious damage may lurk inside your home in fireplaces, furnaces, and appliances.
Water Damage: 8 Ways to Dry Out and Move On
By: Caroline Mayer
Published: April 28, 2011
Take steps to dry out quickly in order to mitigate water damage and save your possessions.
Home Security Cameras: Peace of Mind While You’re Away
By: Les Shu
Published: February 17, 2011
Easy-to-install security cameras let you keep an eye on your home from afar, ensuring safety and security for you and your family.
Home Security Systems: Installation and How They Work
By: Joseph D'Agnese
Published: November 12, 2010
Understand how a home security system works and how to choose professional installation that best fits your needs and budget.
Do-It-Yourself Home Security: Windows May Leave You Vulnerable
By: Joseph D'Agnese
Published: November 12, 2010
Protecting your home from break-ins starts with a do-it-yourself home security check to indicate whether your windows are an open invitation to criminals.
Do-It-Yourself Home Security Check: Doors are First Line of Defense
By: Joseph D'Agnese
Published: November 12, 2010
Protect against break-ins with a security check that shows where the entrances to your house—your doors—are vulnerable.
Do-It-Yourself Home Security Check: 5 Essential Steps
By: Joseph D'Agnese
Published: November 12, 2010
Conduct a do-it-yourself home security check by walking around your house to assess what needs to be done to reduce the risk of a break-in.
Flood Insurance: What You Need to Know
By: Gwen Moran
Published: April 29, 2010
Flooding risks, as well as the value of your home and your possessions, help determine whether the cost of flood insurance is worth it.
Homeowners Insurance: Is Mold Covered?
By: Gwen Moran
Published: April 15, 2010
Whether mold is covered by homeowners insurance often comes down to the source of moisture and the wording of a policy.
Home Security Systems: Make the Smart Choice
By: Joseph D'Agnese
Published: February 1, 2010
Understand the pros and cons of home security systems and choose the system that protects your property, safeguards your family, and fits your budget.
What´s Covered by Umbrella Insurance?
By: Richard Koreto
Published: January 29, 2010
Homeowners can better guard against liability claims by knowing what´s covered by umbrella insurance and what isn´t.
Home Office Security Check
By: Joseph D'Agnese
Published: January 29, 2010
This quick home-office security check will help you protect computer equipment, electronics, and personal data from theft, fire, and other dangers.
Umbrella Insurance and Homeowner Liability
By: Richard Koreto
Published: January 27, 2010
Umbrella insurance offers added homeowner liability protection that kicks in after homeowners insurance reaches its coverage limits.
Create a Home Inventory for Insurance
By: Gwen Moran
Published: December 23, 2009
Create a home inventory before disaster strikes to make filing an insurance claim a smoother process.
Compile a Home Inventory with the Right Tools
By: Gwen Moran
Published: December 23, 2009
A home inventory of your belongings for insurance purposes is a relatively inexpensive way to make any future claims go smoother.
What to Do in the First 24 Hours After a Flood
By: Gwen Moran
Published: September 30, 2009
After flood waters subside, document, work with your insurer, and clean up safely.
Improve Your Insurance Score
By: By: Mariwyn Evans
Published: September 11, 2009
Paying all of your bills on time is one good way to improve your insurance score—and, in turn, lower your homeowners insurance premiums.
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