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Hot Topic Solving Ice Dams

The appearance of icicles is your official warning of a potential ice dam. Ice dams form when melting ice and snow refreeze around the eaves of your roof and back up under the shingles. The result: leaks and water damage to interior walls and ceilings. Once an ice dam forms, the damage is done, so the focus should be on prevention. Read More...

Do Girls Speed More Than Boys?

Some big auto insurers are raising the rates they charge to cover teenage girls, reflecting the crumbling of conventional wisdom that young women are more responsible behind the wheel. Read More...

Water Detection Devices

Consider installing water detection devices in your home. These systems can detect even small amounts of water. They can be wired into a centrally monitored alarm system that will send a signal to notify you in the event of a leak. These systems may also entitle you to receive a discount on yourffmv homeowners policy. Read More...

Protect Your Home's Exterior

Roof. Missing, worn or broken roofing materials may allow water to penetrate and deteriorate the roof structure. Inspect your roof periodically, especially after severe stonm. Contact a licensed roofer for further evaluation and repairs. Read More...

What You Should Know About Trampolines

Using a trampoline is promoted as fun. But the growing popularity of trampolines among 8-year-olds to adults is resulting in a dramatic increase in serious injuries - including broken necks, spinal cord injuries, and disabling head traumas, many of which result in permanent paralysis as well as death. In addition, trampolines are responsible for many less serious injuries such as broken bones, including legs, arms, and other parts of the body, as well as different types of dislocations and muscle damage. Read More...