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Vacation nightmare… times two

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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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Precautions to take if you feel the earth shake

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Imagine sitting down for a delicious meal with your family. You’re about to enjoy your first bite when you hear what sounds like a motorcycle passing in your backyard. You feel your body tremble and shake and realize what you heard was not a motorcycle, but the earth cracking beneath you. How do you keep you and your family safe? What should you do? The post Precautions to take if you feel the earth shake appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Sprinkler systems – Effective when maintained

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Automatic fire sprinklers can save lives and reduce property losses in the event of a fire. But to be effective, they must remain in good working order. Property owners can protect their buildings and occupants through a regular inspection, testing and maintenance program. The post Sprinkler systems – Effective when maintained appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Reduce legionella bacteria after COVID-19 shutdown

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The August edition of ClubSolutions Magazine, a publication for health club operators, features an article by Jayson Scott, national program director for Cincinnati’s fitness, sports and recreation program. He offers a reminder that Legionella bacteria, known to cause Legionnaires’ disease, can be present in water systems shut down due to COVID-19. His article provides tips for dealing with the risk. The post Reduce legionella bacteria after COVID-19 shutdown appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Prepare your art to withstand hurricanes, floods

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Just as you prepare your home for severe weather, consider taking steps to prevent damage to your valuable articles and collections. The post Prepare your art to withstand hurricanes, floods appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Secondary, vacation homes may need extra TLC

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With normal vacation travel disrupted because of pandemic concerns or restrictions, many people are choosing to get away to vacation or secondary homes. Because these homes may not have had inhabitants for quite some time, you’ll want to take a few precautions as you arrive. You’ll also want to make sure things remain secure at your primary residence while you’re away. The post Secondary, vacation homes may need extra TLC 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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Hurricane season is coming – are you ready?

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The Atlantic hurricane season starts June 1, and experts predict 2020 will be more active than normal. Now is the time to prepare to keep your family and possessions safe. The post Hurricane season is coming – are you ready? 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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