Category: Home Insurance
Storm Season: 7 Yard Items You’ll Want to Secure Before the Wind Picks Up
July 30, 2026
Texas Weather Can Change in an Instant If there’s one thing Texans know, it’s that the weather can keep us guessing. One minute you’re enjoying...
Think Bundling Insurance Is Just About Saving Money? Think Again.
July 22, 2026
Many people bundle their home and auto insurance to earn a multi-policy discount—but that's only part of the story. In Central Texas and the Hill...
From Dog Bites to Backyard Mishaps: What Personal Liability Insurance Covers
July 7, 2026
Personal liability insurance is one of the most important parts of your homeowners or renters insurance policy—and one of the least understood. In plain English,...
Sparks Can Fly: Understanding Fireworks Liability for Homeowners
June 30, 2026
Nothing says summer in the Texas Hill Country like backyard barbecues, lake days, and fireworks. But before you light that fuse, it's important to understand...
National Homeownership Month: How to Make Sure Your Home Insurance Keeps Up
June 2, 2026
June is National Homeownership Month — a great time to celebrate the pride of owning a home and to make sure that home is well-protected....
Does Your Roof Affect Homeowners’ Insurance Rates?
May 2, 2026
Part of providing for your family is literally “putting a roof over their heads.” Your home’s roof protects your family and property from damage. The...
How Landscaping Can Impact Your Homeowners’ Insurance
April 1, 2026
National Lawn and Garden Month is a perfect reminder to enhance the beauty of your property via thoughtful landscaping. While a lush green lawn and...
Why a Basic Home Insurance Policy Isn’t Always Enough
February 16, 2026
While a typical homeowners insurance policy offers a reliable starting point, it’s important to remember that “standard” only goes so far. Since every home, lifestyle,...
A Homeowner’s Guide to Dealing with Ice Dams
February 2, 2026
Ice dams form when snow on a roof melts, runs down to colder eaves, and refreezes into a ridge that blocks drainage. Over repeated melt-freeze...
A Guide to Winterizing Your Home
December 2, 2025
Drafts, Doors, and Dollars To winterize your home, start with the biggest leaks, such as attic hatches, exterior doors, baseboards, and windows. Add adhesive weatherstripping...
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