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Test your knowledge: Frozen pipes

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Do you know what to do to prevent pipes from freezing or to manage already frozen pipes? Test your knowledge with our five-question quiz. The post Test your knowledge: Frozen pipes appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Tips to protect taxpayers from ID theft

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Tax return identity theft has reached such epidemic proportions that it tops the list of the IRS’s Dirty Dozen Tax Scams. Take note of tips the IRS wants you to know about identity theft so you can avoid becoming the victim. The post Tips to protect taxpayers from ID theft appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Winterize your pipes to protect your home

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While even the best forecasters cannot guarantee what’s ahead this winter, now is the time to prepare yourself and your home for the coming season. The post Winterize your pipes to protect your home appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Flue season: Inspect your fireplace and chimney

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Home heating fires are the second leading cause of home fire deaths after cooking fires, according to the National Fire Protection Association. Fireplaces, chimneys and flues account for a significant number of home heating fires. The post Flue season: Inspect your fireplace and chimney appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Halloween: Tips to make your celebration a treat

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As you and your family bring out the Halloween decorations and prepare for parties and trick-or-treaters, take time to evaluate the liability exposures associated with having guests on your property. The post Halloween: Tips to make your celebration a treat appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Preventing fires in the home

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A home fire is your most dangerous fire threat. This video from the U.S. Fire Administration has tips for preventing fires at home. The post Preventing fires in the home appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Not on the coast? Tropical storms may still threaten

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Coastal dwellers remain on alert during hurricane season, but inland residents can be caught off-guard after a hurricane or tropical storm makes landfall. While the storm may diminish in strength, the potential remains for severe damage from winds and heavy rain. When you know a storm is coming, take steps to minimize damage and speed recovery. The post Not on the coast? Tropical storms may still threaten appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Poison prevention: Safety tips for parents and caregivers

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More than 2 million people – about half of them under age 6 – swallow or have contact with a poisonous substance each year, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics. Be prepared in case of an accidental poisoning. The post Poison prevention: Safety tips for parents and caregivers appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Keeping up with the seasons: Time for fall tasks

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We’re less than four weeks from the start of fall: time to start thinking about some annual tasks if you live in a part of the country with seasonal temperature changes. Our bloggers have you covered. Here are some posts from the past that can help you through the change of seasons. The post Keeping up with the seasons: Time for fall tasks appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Don’t underestimate the risks of pressure washers

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Pressure washers are a quick way to clean the dirt and grime from siding, driveways, decks, patios, lawn furniture and other items. But while results may look great, users should beware: Pressure washers are deceptively dangerous. The post Don’t underestimate the risks of pressure washers appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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