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Tips for preventing frozen pipes
Frozen pipes can go from being an inconvenience to a disaster in no time at all. Here are some tips for preventing your pipes from freezing! When the temperatures drop, frozen and broken pipes often follow. This can be particularly problematic for plumbing that is in exterior walls or that runs through unheated areas of…
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Understanding Your Insurance Policy
With the unpredictability of life, sometimes things happen. When they do, you’ll be glad that your home is properly and adequately insured. But are you? With the unpredictability of life, sometimes things happen. When they do, you’ll be glad that your home is properly and adequately insured. But are you? Do I need an Insurance…
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Sources of Water Leaks You Probably Didn’t Think About!
When thinking about water leaks in your home, you probably think about roof leaks or pipe breaks, but do you ever think about these less discussed sources of water leaks? You’re likely familiar with the most common causes of Water Damage, such as roof leaks, toilet leaks, and pipe breaks, but there are other potential…
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Spring weather did WHAT to my house?
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Musical Instrument Care Tips
With proper care and maintenance, a musical instrument can be a lifelong investment, but that doesn’t always happen. Here are some tips for preventing the most common causes of damage to musical instruments! There’s nothing quite like coaxing a melody out of a musical instrument, but if not cared for properly, that can be nearly…
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Protecting Your Musical Instruments from Moisture Damage
Nothing is worse for your instruments than excess moisture, but how do you properly store and protect your musical instruments? Nothing quite compares to the craftsmanship and precision of a musical instrument. Whether it be a guitar or a concert grand piano, it was designed with extremely strict tolerances in order to provide the best…
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The impact of Water Damage
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How damp is your basement?
Is your basement TOO damp? Here are some things to look for! Damp basements are not uncommon in many parts of the country. Particularly in areas where the soil contains a lot of naturally occurring rock or have high water tables. These issues can direct rain water right into our homes. So homeowners in these…
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The Home Inspector Found Something, What Now?
When the Home Inspector finds something, what does this mean to you and to the home sale? Whether your home is on the market, or you’re looking to buy, one of the most nerve wracking moments of the process is likely to be the Home Inspection. As the home inspector combs through the property, thoroughly…
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As a Tenant, what does an insurance claim mean to me?
As a Tenant, the thought of a claim can be incredibly scary, creating a lot of questions… But how does a claim affect you? As a Tenant, a claim such as Water Damage, Mold Contamination, Asbestos, or Radon, can be incredibly scary. Who is responsible for properly drying / mitigating and repairing your apartment? Can you live there while…