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Dec 14

Follow tips for portable heater safety

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Space heaters offer a portable and relatively affordable means of taking the chill out of small spaces. But portable heaters are also a significant source of home fires each year. The post Follow tips for portable heater safety appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Dec 12

19 states provide automatic MVR notifications

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Fleet safety managers and consultants have long recognized the benefits in using an automatic notification service as a best practice when it comes to managing fleet vehicle operators’ Motor Vehicle Records. What can be better than nearly “real time” notification of changes in one of your driver’s MVRs? Now 19 states offer direct Automatic Notification Service. The post 19 states provide automatic MVR notifications appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Oct 01

Sprinklers essential to safety in high-rise residences

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High-rise buildings with residential uses pose unique risks that deserve special attention to safety. Whether you are purchasing a condo, staying in a hotel or living in a high-rise senior apartment or college dorm, consider whether the building is protected by automatic sprinkler systems. The post Sprinklers essential to safety in high-rise residences appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Sep 24

Fighting fire: Benefits of a residential sprinkler system

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It takes only minutes for a fire to escalate. Even with the responding fire department’s prompt arrival, a home could be destroyed. To help avoid this, have your home fitted with a residential sprinkler system. The post Fighting fire: Benefits of a residential sprinkler system appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Sep 03

Know the types of water shut-off devices

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There are two basic categories of water shut-off systems: whole-house systems and point-of-use systems. While both can prevent water damage, generally only a whole-house system qualifies for a premium credit on your homeowner insurance. The post Know the types of water shut-off devices appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Nov 06

Term vs. permanent life insurance: Which is right for you?

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The biggest question to answer when purchasing life insurance is whether you need a term or permanent policy. Each type has advantages and limitations. To make the right decision, you should know and understand your options. The post Term vs. permanent life insurance: Which is right for you? appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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