Water leaks happen, and they can cause massive amounts of damage to your home. And while you can’t always predict when a pipe will burst or a water line separate from an appliance, there are steps you can take to keep your home safe. Automatic water shut-off valves An automatic water shut-off valve is a leak detection system that can...

June 1st marked the official start of the 2023 Hurricane Season. Hurricane season runs from June through the end of November 30th and since we are all about Educating Each Client We Serve, we thought we would give you a rundown of what is being forecasted and what you can do to prepare your home for the long season ahead!  ...

  **With the start of the 2023 Hurricane season, we thought it would be prudent to share a blog from our archives. We have reviewed the information in the blog below and it has been updated to reflect the most accurate information. Rain, rain, go away. It’s a nice thought but unfortunately, rain happens and there isn’t much we can...

Rain, rain, go away. It’s a nice thought but unfortunately, rain happens and there isn’t much we can do to prevent it. What we can do is have a conversation about flooding; the damage excess water can do to a home and the flooding coverage that is available to help you protect yourself. According to NOAA, over the last 20...

June 1st marks the official start of Hurricane Season which runs through November 30th. Each year the National Weather Service makes predictions for what we can expect in the season ahead and this year was no exception. A look to the year ahead The current outlook foresees a busy season for us with above-normal activity likely.  The average season produces...

Would you be surprised to learn that your business is more likely to experience damage due to water than fire? Some common risks include: Any appliances that use water on the premises Any existing water supply lines Leaking boilers or water heater tanks High humidity levels on water supply lines Damaged pipes or hoses Plumbing leaks Flood Whether you own...

April showers bring… well, rain. April and May are our rainiest months and that kind of weather usually turns our thoughts to flooding and the damaging affects all that excess water can mean for our clients. Just a few inches of water can add up to 10's of 1000's of dollars in damage. Many people push flooding concerns out of...

By Denise Koslowsky When I talk about insurance, which is quite often, sooner or later the conversation will come back to what I currently consider a crisis – the many homeowners who are underinsured. It is an easy topic to understand when you are speaking in regards to the homes devastated by wildfires in California or the homes torn apart...

With all the rain and the abundance of hurricanes and tropical storms we’ve been faced with this year, Advocate Brokerage feels like we need to share some truths with you about flood insurance. Below are a few assumptions people make about flood insurance and what you need to know. I have homeowners insurance so I’m covered. What you need to...

  Safety first!  If you have been asked to evacuate, please do!  Do not attempt to ride out the storm.  Property can be replaced but you cannot be. Next, there are things you can do now to protect your property. What to do now: Install Storm Shuttersright away and be sure to deadbolt and lock your front door. Secure all outdoor objects such as garbage...