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The Dangers of Fire and Lightning to Your Home This Summer

For the past three weeks, we've been discussing some of the most common sources of homeowners insurance claims. This week, we want to focus on two types of claims that grow in frequency over the...

How to Protect Your Home Against Property Damage

No one plans for their home to get damaged, but accidents happen. One out of every 15 U.S. homeowners insurance policyholders files a claim on their homeowners insurance each year, and standard property damage claims...

Yes, Wind and Hail Insurance Claims Can Strike This Summer

It is not uncommon for homeowners have had to file homeowners insurance claims just to start getting back on their feet after natural disasters; however there are some things you can do to help prevent...

Homeowners, These Popular Home Features Require Special Coverage

Many homeowners have high-risk assets and seek an adequate policy, and there are certain home features that will require you to obtain special coverages. There may be some features that you added to the home after...

How to Stay Covered When Renting Out Your Home

In this age of Airbnb, more and more people are renting out their homes or parts of their home for a little extra income. However, with the extra cash comes an extra set of risks,...

The Dangers of Carbon Monoxide Exposure in the Home

Carbon monoxide is a very sneaky and very dangerous poison. It is odorless and tasteless, but it is a high-risk element, and can even be deadly with sufficient exposure. Carbon monoxide enters the body through...

Simple Steps to Changing or Updating your Insurance Coverage

Evaluating components of your insurance in Hartford, Connecticut is made easy with Byrnes, whether it is for your home, car, or life. Nobody likes thinking about how they’ll rebuild their home after a disaster or...

How You Can Allergy-Proof Your Home This Spring

We can all agree that spring is a beautiful season, but it is unfortunately also known as allergy season for many people. Pollen, dust, and mold are in the air and prominent more than ever,...

The Personal Insurance Policies Everyone Should Have

There are a few basic personal insurance policies that everyone should have in order to keep themselves safe and protected. Those in Hartford, Connecticut may be pleased to know that Byrnes Agency covers the beautiful...

Avoid These Common Homeowners Insurance Mistakes

Homeowners’ insurance mistakes are common. Avoid the mess by preparing yourself on what to expect and what you may need coverage for from the beginning. It is crucial for homeowners to insure their homes properly;...

Preparing Your Home for Spring

Is your home ready for all that spring entails? Spring will be here before you know it and after the harsh winter weather, there are parts of your home that have probably been neglected. Prepare...

Hiring a Contractor? Avoid These Common Mistakes

In our last blog, we discussed some of the best questions homeowners should ask their prospective contractors before hiring them. It’s a well-known fact that hiring a contractor goes hand in hand with stress and...

4 Popular Home Value Myths Debunked

In our last blog, we went over some easy kitchen fixes that can improve the functionality of your home and also increase its value. There are plenty of resources online that claim to be the...

Preventing Home Mishaps This Holiday Season

Christmas is approaching quickly, which means now is the time to address any home hiccups you might have to ensure a smooth hosting event. The last thing you need is for your oven to fail...

Affordable Childproofing Tips for Your Windham County Home

Affordable Childproofing Tips for Your Windham County Home According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 2.3 million children are accidentally injured every year in their own home. If you are a...

Understanding Umbrella Liability Insurance in Connecticut

Understanding Umbrella Liability Insurance in Connecticut Are you aware of the benefits provided by an New London County Umbrella Liability Insurance policy? This policy offers significant benefit to individuals. For example, in a standard New...