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1. 3 Tips on Preventing Frozen Pipes
(The Concklin Blog)
... unheated areas of the home, such as basements or crawl spaces, are more likely to freeze. Cold outdoor temperatures and strong winds can also contribute to the formation of frozen pipes. Frozen pipes ...
Created on 22 December 2022
2. Restaurants: Do you have a nightly closing checklist?
(The Concklin Blog)
... materials are at least 18 inches from heating ducts If smoking is allowed, empty ashtrays into tin cans with lids and place outside. Do not mix ash with other trash or dispose of ash into general trash ...
Created on 19 December 2022
3. Top 4 risks when offering outdoor dining – and how to minimize them
(The Concklin Blog)
... Heaters Not everyday is going to provide perfect weather for outdoor dining. Having outdoor heaters can help make this dining option more appealing on those chillier days. However, these come with ...
Created on 21 June 2022
4. What Perils Are Included in a Homeowner's Policy
(The Concklin Blog)
... snow, and sleet Collapse Artificially generated currents Water damage caused by freezing of or discharge from a plumbing, heating, or cooling system. Perils Excluded All perils excluded in ...
Created on 08 February 2022
5. 3 Seasonal Fire Risks to Your Business
(The Concklin Blog)
... in all safety precautions. Space heaters With cooler temperatures settling in, you may find your workspace is struggling to find the perfect temperature for everyone. As a solution, your businesses ...
Created on 17 November 2021
6. Keep your garage safe with these 5 tips!
(The Concklin Blog)
... keep your propane tanks.  However, just like the above liquids, even a small leak of propane could spark the air. It is never a good idea to store them in the garage. Install a heat alarm! Smoke detectors ...
Created on 20 October 2020
7. Protect what matters - Homeowners Insurance & Home Warranties.
(The Concklin Blog)
As we move through summer towards fall your air conditioner has likely been working on overdrive to beat the heat. Having it quit now can be devastating as sweltering summer nights make sleeping more difficult. ...
Created on 04 August 2020
8. Water Damage: an increasing risk to high net-worth homes
(The Concklin Blog)
... amenities like wine cellars and home theaters – all which can be ruined with a bit of water leaking in the wrong place. When you only compare claims on high-net worth homes it is easy to see why water ...
Created on 29 April 2020
9. A Happy Holiday starts with Safety
(The Concklin Blog)
... react with the heat. Gift wrap has a lot more in common with fireworks than we give it credit for. Putting up decorative lights is certainly festive but can also be the root of a number of hazards. Remember ...
Created on 17 December 2019
10. Food Safety A Successful Dinner Party starts with safely prepared food
(The Concklin Blog)
... directly into the refrigerator. When you are ready to eat, leftover foods should be reheated to 165°F or higher before serving. Bring any soups or sauces to a boil before serving. For more tips ...
Created on 26 November 2019
11. Spring & Home Safety
(The Concklin Blog)
... weather will suddenly spike to uncomfortable levels, leaving us unable to sleep in the heat of night.  Any dead leaves left from last fall should be cleared out of venting and any vegetation which may ...
Created on 15 April 2019
12. Frozen Pipes
(The Concklin Blog)
... to the outside are most at risk for freezing, such as hose bibs and sprinkler systems. However, pipes located inside unheated areas of the building, including crawl spaces, pipes that run along exterior ...
Created on 29 January 2019
13. Glossary
(Resources)
... the malfunction or breakdown of boilers, and a vast array of other equipment including air conditioners, heating, electrical, telephone and computer systems. BOOK OF BUSINESS Total amount ...
Created on 17 January 2019
14. Winter Weather Liabilities
(The Concklin Blog)
... a small leak could become a major fault before winter has subsided. Consider investing in roof heaters to avoid ice damming in areas of the roof where snow and ice accumulate – such as “roof valleys”. ...
Created on 26 October 2018
15. Homeowners Insurance Summer Vacation Checklist
(The Concklin Blog)
... money than managing risks. The following suggestions include a sprinkling of both. Set your water heater on “vacation” mode or turn it off to reduce utility bills while you’re away. Unplug small appliances ...
Created on 19 July 2018
16. This Flood Insurance and Water Damage Prevention Checklist
(The Concklin Blog)
... flood insurance is not typically included in standard homeowners or business insurance policies. While a policy may cover damage caused by a leaky dishwasher or faulty hot water heater, no standard policy ...
Created on 07 June 2018
17. 3 Tips for a Hassle-Free Annual Insurance Review
(The Concklin Blog)
... remodel your house and include a finished basement with a game room and home theatre. These home improvements plus a healthy real estate market make your home worth much more than it was when you first ...
Created on 26 April 2018
18. A Happy, Claim-Free Holiday Starts with Home Safety and Security
(The Concklin Blog)
... it better absorb water. Never set a tree up near a heat source like a radiator, fireplace, or portable heater. Heat sources too close to trees cause one in four tree fires. Don’t be a statistic! Ensure ...
Created on 19 December 2017
19. Avoid Potential Home Dehumidifier Risks
(The Concklin Blog)
... Though rare, these risks do arise and cause manufacturers to issue recalls. When investigated, these manufacturer-related fires have most often been linked to defective parts that overheat and ignite dehumidifiers’ ...
Created on 16 November 2017
20. Get Ahead of the Storm: Simple Steps to Winterize Your Home
(The Concklin Blog)
... turn off your home’s main water source in case a pipe does burst. Quickly turning off the water can make a big difference in the amount of water damage a leaky pipe can cause. Check your heat sources ...
Created on 31 October 2017