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How to get the most from a shingled roof

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Why did I turn around and completely replace my asphalt shingle roof again in 2015? The 2004 roof was installed correctly and there were no major issues, such as wind or hail damage. However, the shingles were not living up to their life expectancy. The post How to get the most from a shingled roof appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Older homes: Hidden gems, or hidden pitfalls?

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Buying an older home can be appealing for many people. Older homes are usually found in established neighborhoods, have an abundance of character and are often one of a kind. However, hidden expenses could accompany all that charm. The post Older homes: Hidden gems, or hidden pitfalls? appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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What to watch for when buying a high-rise condo

By agent, building, claims, condo, condominium, damage, high-rise, home, Home Maintenance, Home Protection-Water, independent, inspection, Insurance, investigate, leak, losses, mitigae, newer, ownership, plumbing, prepare, prevent, protect, real estate, records, reports, research, Risk Management, unit, water
You move into a new city and purchase a high-rise condo in one of the nicest parts of town. Shortly thereafter, you notice water leaking from the unit above, causing damage to your property. Sadly, this is a common reality for condo owners; water continues to be one of the top perils in high-rise habitational buildings. The post What to watch for when buying a high-rise condo appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Checklist: How did your home hold up?

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Spring is a good time to assess how your property weathered the winter and to make a “to-do” list to prevent property maintenance and liability issues. The post Checklist: How did your home hold up? appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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