There’s nothing quite like enjoying a warm, cozy fire in the fireplace. It’s a place to create memories such as sitting around the big fireplace every Christmas Eve listening to the Christmas story and music. It’s important, however, to keep your home and family safe by keeping your fireplace clean and properly serviced. Here are some tips for a wood-burning fireplace. Before making a fire:...
In 2016, there were 352,000 residential fires. These resulted in almost 3,000 deaths, 11,000 injuries, and over $6.5 billion in damages. Although these numbers have been getting lower over the last decade, they paint a harrowing picture. Don't be a statistic. Read these articles to help you keep your loved ones safe from a house fire. How to Keep Your Home Safe From Fire What To Do in a Fire...
Have you checked to see if you’re covered from house fires in your homeowner’s policy? If so, are there any limitations on what you can claim in the event of a fire? If you’re not sure, then now is the perfect time to contact BJI and do a review. These are the most common forms of coverage for house fires. Dwelling Coverage: This includes the structure of your home as well as any attached...
In our last post, we discussed how to keep your home safe from a fire. However, even if you’re extra careful and cautious, a fire may break out from unforeseen circumstances. Regardless of the cause, there are some things to remember when faced with this kind of situation so that you and your family can make it out unscathed. For Small Fires If things haven’t gotten out of control, then you may...
If your home burned down, what would you do? This is a horrible thing to consider, but the fact is that you never know when or how it could happen. If you’re not prepared, then it could cost you a lot more than you might think. So, to alleviate your concerns and ensure that you and your family stay safe, we’re going to talk about fire safety in the home and what you can do to protect yourself....
