Dogs are among the most loyal, friendly companions a person could have, but sometimes they misbehave. It can be extremely distressing and costly if your dog bites someone and hurts them. That’s why it is so important that your Alabama home insurance covers dog bites. One of the most effective ways to reduce the risk […]
Living at home with your parents has many advantages, from little to no rent being paid, meals being cooked for you, and not having to worry about dealing with bills. But once you move out and become independent, these things all become your problems, as well as many other things like remembering to organize your […]
When considering how best to burglar-proof our home, consider this. Most burglars spend less than 10 minutes in a home. For obvious reasons, burglars don’t plan on sticking around, but they can do a lot of damage in a short space of time. Fitting your doors with sophisticated security devices is one of the best […]
The National Association of Fire Builders reports that most insurers will offer a discount for homeowners who install a fire sprinkler system. Of course, the decision to install fire sprinklers is not primarily about saving money on your Alabama home insurance rates, it’s about preventing serious damage and saving lives in the case of a […]
A deductible is usually defined as a fixed amount that you agree to pay for losses before your Alabama home insurance company pays the rest of the bill. However, in the case of hurricane insurance, your deductible may be calculated as a percentage of your home’s value. Alabama is one of a number of […]
Cyber Theft: Is Your Business Exposed? Art Glasgow, Peck-Glasgow Insurance When we mention the term Cyber, what comes to mind? I usually think of the Internet and the data that is sent from computers, smart phones, notebooks and lap top computers. The question of the day: Is your business exposed to Cyber Theft? In many […]
Fire Safety in Your Home Art Glasgow, Peck-Glasgow Insurance The peril of fire claims many lives and damages property each year. While the number of residential fires have declined in recent years due to better construction building codes, updates to older homes and better fire protection, it is still prudent to be prepared for a […]
Remembering the Storms of April 2011 Art Glasgow, Peck-Glasgow Insurance April 27 will long be remembered by Alabamians and residents of surrounding states. With so much property damage and loss of life, memories were made that will be slow to fade. According to the Insurance Journal, insurers have paid at least $2.2 billion in Alabama […]
Any Alabaman would know that hurricanes pose a significant threat to lives and property. This is why all residents should have a hurricane preparedness plan, with an emphasis on protecting lives first, and protecting property later. However your property should be secured well in advance of an event such as a hurricane. Taking the right […]
Whether you own your home or are in a rental property, having an Alabama home insurance policy can cover losses from burglaries. Renters’ insurance is usually cheaper than homeowners’ insurance – because you only need to cover your possessions as a renter. However while insurance can financially cover the loss of possessions (up to […]