Distracted Driving Dangers

By esPozz54fG | April 2, 2014

  Philadelphia Insurance has created a short training video on the perils of distracted driving.  This has become a serious problem, especially amongst young drivers.…

Space Heater Tips and Risks

By esPozz54fG | June 13, 2013

A space heater is commonly used to warm a part of a home or office that is colder than desired.  Though useful, space heaters can…

The Risks of Distracted Driving

By esPozz54fG | June 13, 2013

Operating a car while distracted – by dialing a cell phone, texting, or even picking up a dropped object in the car – increases the…

Reducing the Risk of Damage from Operating a Washing Machine

By esPozz54fG | June 13, 2013

A washing machine can pose a significant risk of water damage, especially if it is connected to a home’s water supply by a rubber hose. …

Home Insurance and Knob and Tube Wiring

By esPozz54fG | March 19, 2013

My home was built in 1932 and I have knob and tube wiring in my walls.  Is this safe? Many homes built in the before…

Home Insurance and Aluminum Wiring

By esPozz54fG | March 19, 2013

My home was built in 1970 and I have aluminum wiring in my walls.  Is this safe? Many homes built in the late 1960’s to…

Electrical Fires and Home Insurance

By esPozz54fG | March 19, 2013

How can I help prevent electrical fires in my home? The risk of electrical fire can be minimized by following some simple rules: –        Extension…

Sinkholes and New Jersey Home Insurance

By esPozz54fG | March 6, 2013

Q: Does my home insurance cover me from damage caused by sinkholes? A: Sinkholes have been in the news recently as a home in Florida…

Hurricane Sandy Recovery Information

By esPozz54fG | January 24, 2013

The following information on Hurricane Sandy was provided by FEMA and is being republished here for your information and awareness.  Sandy Recovery Bulletin New Jersey…