Archive for the ‘ Homeowner ’ Category
Curb appeal is a tool both realtors and homeowners utilize when selling a home. If the prospective buyer drives up to a white picket fence and pathway lined with pansies, it’s an easier sell. But as any homebuyer knows—or eventually will figure out—first impressions can be misleading. Of all the resources available to homebuyers, perhaps [ READ MORE ]
When something in a home decides to quit working, it’s almost never something small. Appliances and equipment for the indoors and outdoors can stop working without notice. An inexpensive addition to a Safeco homeowners policy can safeguard against these unforeseen inconveniences. For two dollars a month, Equipment Breakdown coverage covers losses due to electrical or [ READ MORE ]
As summer continues its welcome approach—and we in the Pacific Northwest are reminded that the sun is more than legend—home repairs and improvements occupy the minds of both homeowners and renters. It’s the perfect season for those with a green thumb or who fancy themselves handy with a hammer. And there are plenty tasks and [ READ MORE ]
With the world shaken by so many earthquakes in the past months, the West Coast has once again focused its eyes on the ground. Geologists and scientists agree that a large earthquake lies in the future. Especially for those of us in the Pacific Northwest. When exactly it will happen, they don’t know—a comforting truth—but [ READ MORE ]
Would you be able to provide your insurance agent with a list of your possessions if a fire destroyed your home or you had a break-in? Some people are well organized and maintain an ongoing inventory in a safe place, always updating it after large purchases. Most people though, like me, would have to start [ READ MORE ]
In the last few years, more and more people have started a business in their home. To keep up with this trend, Safeco now offers coverage tailored to meet these specific needs, the Home Business Package. This new policy covers both business personal property and business merchandise. In addition, coverage is extended to detached structures [ READ MORE ]
It’s one of many homeowners’ nightmares—frozen pipes. With temperatures plummeting across the country, the Pacific Northwest could be due for its own cold snap. Freezing nights may mean frozen pipes, which themselves are a pain. But it’s when frozen pipes burst that the real headache begins. The water damage can result in costly reconstruction projects, [ READ MORE ]
Everyone has the story about a neighbor’s inspired idea that didn’t actually turn out to be so brilliant. Indeed, the winter months seem to encourage and breed such ideas. Snow and ice related hazards spur people to actions that would normally be considered crazy. The following is (unfortunately) a true story. The night of a [ READ MORE ]
It rains a lot in the Pacific Northwest. A lot. This is especially true for the winter months. Because of the damp climate, many residents leave the soggy shores of Puget Sound for the sunny skies of the South West. Homes amongst the foggy evergreens are left behind, sitting vacant for potentially months. These empty [ READ MORE ]
Every year during the Holidays the number of house thefts is skyrocketing, not only in the greater Seattle area, but everywhere in the US. Burglars take advantage of people frequently being away over Christmas and New Year, visiting friends and family. We all know it, and unfortunately there is only little we can do to avoid [ READ MORE ]
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