When choosing a contractor to repair the storm damage to your home, AVOID contractors who: Claim that they have been “approved” by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (“FEMA”). FEMA does not approve or disapprove contractors. Insist that you pay for the work in CASH and in ADVANCE. Municipalities and countries prohibit licensed contractors from doing this. Do not itemize the
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With Hurricane Sandy barely in the rear-view mirror, the east coast is in the path of a nor’easter expected to arrive some time today with strong winds, heavy rain and moderate tidal flooding along coastal areas. While this storm may hamper cleanup and recovery efforts and add to the difficulties in the region NOAA does not believe the storm shouldn’t
Well now that the power is back on and most of the trees have been cut up and stacked on the sidewalk we would like to provide some input regarding home improvement, it’s time that you learn about it and become an expert on your own, contractors can be costly. While this may require an extra commitment, you will get
1) Patrol the property continuously when safe to do so and watch for roof leaks, pipe breakage, fire, or structural damage. 2) Constantly monitor and boilers that must remain on line. 3) During power failure, turn off electrical switches to prevent re-energizing of equipment until necessary checks are completed. Brought to you from your friends at the MVR Insurance Agency
Here are a few Hurricane action items for Business Owners: 1) Secure the site and provide watch service if necessary. 2) Survey facilities for damage. If damage has occurred, contact the Claims Service Center at 800-522-7152. 3) Look for safety hazards such as live electrical wires, leaking gas, flammable liquids, corrosive/toxic materials, and damage to foundations or underground piping. 4)
We understand that some of our customers may have to make a claim as a result of Hurricane Sandy. Below we have provided phone numbers that you should call should you have a claim. To make a Personal Claim click HERE or see below: Adirondack – 866-992-4368 Chubb – 800-252-4670 Encompass – 800-588-7400 Fireman’s Fund – 800-523-9500 Merchants – 800-562-1077
With hurricane Sandy on the way for next week, your sump pump has to work very hard to protect your home. And that’s good because just a little water can flood rooms and cost thousands of dollars. If you’ve got a sump pump already, test it now to be sure it will work. The first is a water powered back up
There is much to learn about personal finance and plenty of success that can go along with this knowledge. There is plenty of information available, however not everything you read will apply to your specific situation. We attempt, in this article, to give you some of the best tips known in regards to personal finance. If you are plagued with
At some point in their lives, everyone has to manage their personal finances. As members of society gain income, they must decide how they will allocate their funds to best suit their present and future needs. Personal finance management is important to surviving in today’s world. Only use a widely accepted national credit card to pay for something, when you
As we approach the end of 2012, forecasters are predicting the end of the housing market decline. With this comes a slow recovery of the residential construction industry accompanied by the rising cost of home building. Early indicators, such as increases in the cost of gasoline and diesel, gypsum board and soft lumber, support these predictions. New homes are being