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Vacation nightmare… times two

By agent, basement, break, damage, dehumidifier, dishwasher, drywall, floor, heater, Home Protection-Water, independent, Insurance, leak, mess, pipe, prevent, protect, shut-off, sink, toilet, washer, water
They say that homes that experience one water loss are likely to experience more. After experiencing two separate water heater leaks in our home while my family was away on vacation, I guess it’s true. The post Vacation nightmare… times two appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Find your main water valve before crisis strikes

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You are in your house. Suddenly you see water rushing out of the dishwasher. You need to shut off the water quickly to stop the flow and prevent damage. Would you know where to find the main water valve? The post Find your main water valve before crisis strikes appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Plumbing leaks pose risk that’s too easy to ignore

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Many homeowners don’t recognize the plumbing leak risk that lies in plain sight within their home or condo: water supply lines. The post Plumbing leaks pose risk that’s too easy to ignore appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Prevent falls: Help seniors live healthier lives

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As Americans age, seniors are especially at risk of being injured by a fall. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Falls should not be considered a normal, expected result of aging. Nevertheless, they can be serious and costly for older adults. The post Prevent falls: Help seniors live healthier lives appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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