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Get ‘hurricane ready’ before storms threaten home or business

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Weather forecasters predict above-average activity this Atlantic hurricane season, which runs from June 1 to November 30. Take steps to minimize damage and speed recovery. The post Get ‘hurricane ready’ before storms threaten home or business appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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What’s included in a homeowner policy?

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Homeowner insurance is much more than just coverage for your home and other structures. As a consumer, you need to know what your policy covers and protect yourself with enough coverage. The post What’s included in a homeowner policy? appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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How to protect yourself from fraud

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Whether you’re planning a much-anticipated remodeling project or facing repairs to fix damage from a storm, hiring a contractor can be a daunting and nerve-wracking task. While most contractors are trustworthy, some are guilty of taking advantage of vulnerable homeowners – especially when the repairs involve an insurance claim. The post How to protect yourself from fraud appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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3 myths about hurricane wind risks

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The 2020 hurricane season was one of the most active seasons in history, and weather experts predict 2021 will be similar. While hurricanes continue to be among the most catastrophic weather events, the good news is that homeowners have effective and affordable options to help reduce damage. The post 3 myths about hurricane wind risks appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Sprinklers protect your home from biggest threat: Fire

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One of the most significant threats to your home, its contents and those living there is a fire. If you're building a new home or planning a major renovation of your existing home, consider installing or retrofitting with a fire sprinkler system. Sprinklers save lives. The post Sprinklers protect your home from biggest threat: Fire appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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The cold is setting in; 5 tips to keep warm

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As temperatures drop and winter takes hold in many parts of the country, now is a good time to prepare for the winter chill and to be reminded of how to stay safe during spells of cold weather. The post The cold is setting in; 5 tips to keep warm appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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5 questions to promote quality in construction management

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Quality is king in construction. Reputations hinge on excellence, which is why most contractors work hard to ensure they produce quality products. The more robust the quality management process, the better. If you want to test your quality assurance operations, check out these five questions every contractor should consider – and some answers for success in quality. The post 5 questions to promote quality in construction management appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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5 questions to promote quality in construction management

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Quality is king in construction. Reputations hinge on excellence, which is why most contractors work hard to ensure they produce quality products. The more robust the quality management process, the better. If you want to test your quality assurance operations, check out these five questions every contractor should consider – and some answers for success in quality. The post 5 questions to promote quality in construction management appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Prepare your construction site before a hurricane hits

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Just as you would prepare your home and family for an impending hurricane, you’ll also want to prepare your construction job sites. The steps you take could make a significant difference in how well your construction site fares during the hurricane and how soon your workers can return afterwards. The post Prepare your construction site before a hurricane hits appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Be ready for lightning storms

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Thunderstorms can develop rapidly and without warning – often accompanied by lightning. When thunderstorms form in your area and you hear thunder, you are likely within striking distance of the storm. The post Be ready for lightning storms appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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