Summer Driving Tips
"This year will be the summer of the road trip," said Aldo Vazquez, public relations spokesman for AAA. With trends showing that travel by planes, trains, ships and buses will decrease, the favored mode of transportation for travelers this summer will be by car. July...
The Importance of Inspecting Your Home Ladder
Summer is fast approaching and for many, that means home DIY projects are back! But that also means potential injuries and fatalities are too, if not careful. Annually, ladder-related incidents cause over 500,000 injuries and approximately 300 deaths. Most ladder...
Make your Beach Day SAFE!
Ahh – The beach! We love the water, the sand, the sun and the family time to unwind and have FUN! Staying safe at the beach is very important. Weather and water conditions can change rapidly. In the blink of an eye someone could be caught in a rip-current. Be sure...
Yard Safety
By Travelers Risk Control Backyard entertaining has gotten more elaborate in recent years. Fire pits are helping homeowners extend the backyard season, and today’s playsets involve more than a simple set of swings and a slide. Whether backyard entertaining means...
Auto Insurance Costs
If you own a vehicle, you should own an auto insurance policy. Have you ever wondered how the cost of your policy is determined? There are a number of different factors that impact the cost of your auto insurance. While not all companies use the same parameters, Alpha...
Clients LOVE Alpha Insurance Group!
February is the month dedicated to celebrating LOVE for those special people in your life - Mom/Dad, Husband/Wife/Partner, Son/Daughter, and even us, Your Insurance Agent!! Yes, that’s right, Insurance Agent. Our clients express their love for us not only in...
What to Do Immediately After a Winter Storm
Alaina Tweddale - Published: April 24, 2017 Updated: December 14, 2020 Old Man Winter has a nasty habit of blowing into town when we least expect him, which means we may not always be able to prepare for a storm before it strikes. But even after the snow has stopped...
Stay safe and warm this winter
Home fire safety precautions are important year-round, but did you know, half of all home heating fires occur in December, January and February? No matter how you heat your home, be extra cautious in the winter months. These simple safety tips can help prevent heating...
Thanksgiving Safety Check
Thanksgiving is a time to gather around the dinner table in the company of family and friends and be thankful for all that you have. Thanksgiving is the peak day for home cooking fires, with unattended cooking as the leading contributing factor. Keep your holiday full...
Chimney Safety Tips
Leaning towards an old wood-burning fireplace to help cut your heating bill this winter? Before you spark a log you should know, fireplaces and chimneys are involved in 42% of all home-heating fires. So before you use your fireplace, ensure you know how to properly...