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Preparing Your Home for Climate Change

Minneapolis is experiencing a change in our climate. This year has brought near record levels of precipitation. We are also seeing a trend of higher rainfall totals per storm. Minnesota has seen an increase in the...

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Fall Lawn Maintenance

Autumn is a great time to improve your yard. Maintaining your lawn is beneficial in a few ways. A well maintained lawn improves the curb appeal of your home, benefits the soil nutrients, as well as helps with water...

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Keeping Critters Out!

Homeowners insurance does not cover damages to your home caused by mice or other rodents. The fall is when these little animals search for warmth and shelter for the upcoming winter months. It is important to take...

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Highway With Hail

Hail is a type of precipitation. It occurs when an updraft in a storm carries raindrops upward and freezes the raindrops into chucks of ice. It can be deadly. Hail causes damage to homes, cars, people and animals. What...

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Landscaping Tips

The landscaping around your home can help with the aesthetics of the home, and also help protect your house. Hiring a landscaper can be expensive, but it can also save you money down the road. Certain landscaping...

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Home Renovation Discounts

Spring through fall is the busiest time of year for remodeling. Remodeling and construction season is ramping up in Minneapolis. The cost of building materials and labor is increasing. It is a big financial commitment...

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Hands Free Cell Phone Bill

It is already illegal in Minnesota to text and drive. A new bill, which goes into effect on August 1st, will put further restrictions on distracted driving. Texting, emailing, and browsing the internet while driving are...

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Roadside Assistance Plans

A total of 9.7” of snow has fallen on Minneapolis with this last winter storm. Bad road conditions and mixed precipitation have made the roads a mess. The spring thaw will resume shortly, which will cause an increase of...

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Sewer and Water Back-Up

Most standard homeowners insurance policies do not include sewer and water back-up coverage. It is typically an added coverage. Sewer and Water Back-up is typically inexpensive, and can provide coverage for the home or...

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Troubling Trends

We are seeing a troubling trend of rising traffic and pedestrian deaths. The increase in deaths is a nationwide problem. A recent study from The Governors Highway Safety Association estimated that 6,227 pedestrians were...

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