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Time to Winterize the House
Winter looms, and with it comes the chance for severe weather that can cause havoc on your home’s exterior and introduce other property damage risks, all which is not covered in typical homeowners...
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Carbon Monoxide: Silent but Deadly
Carbon monoxide is an odorless, colorless and very poisonous gas. It is created by burning oil, coal, charcoal, propane, natural gas and kerosene. Any appliances or equipment using these types of fuel...
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Celebrating 100 Years - Be a part of our next century!
This year Zeiler Insurance Services, Inc. turned 100 years old. We were a featured in a few local newspapers and wanted to share the article from the Beverly Review.Be a part of our next century - we...
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Social Media Mishaps: Will Your Insurance Help If You Say the Wrong Thing?
Social networking Web sites, such as Facebook and LinkedIn, are growing increasingly popular with young people and adults alike. These sites allow people to reconnect with old friends and colleagues...
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Check for Radon This Winter
Though you can’t see, smell or taste radon, it may be present at dangerous levels in your home. Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas produced by the breakdown of uranium in soil, rocks and...
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Tips for Building & Wind Safety
It is important for homeowners to know how high winds work to better protect their homes. Wind can affect a home in four ways:Uplift - When wind travels over the roof, it creates a lifting...
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Homeowners may need additional insurance for summer fun!
When summer arrives each year in Chicago, many people look forward to activities that they can only enjoy during warmer months. Summer is also a time for family vacations and relaxing. A typical...
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Oh Hail No! Protect Your Home from Damage.
Many summer storms are capable of producing hail, which can damage your home. Depending on the materials used to construct the different areas of your home, damage may not always be clearly visible....
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Using Technology to Create a Home Inventory
If it's been a while since you have created a home inventory documenting your valuables, you're going to be pleasantly surprised about how much easier the process has become.And if you haven't created...
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When A Guest Causes Damage
When A Guest Causes DamagePart of the benefit of being a homeowner is having an intimate space to entertain friends, family and other guests. But what happens when something goes wrong and a guest...
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Graduation, Prom, and Insurance
During the spring and summer, two events most teens participate in are graduation parties and prom after-parties. Both types of events usually also include alcohol. When they are at unsupervised...
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Protect the Value of Your Home
The purchase of a home represents a substantial investment. Unfortunately, like many other investments, its value is contingent on outside factors. Your home’s value is directly affected by the health...
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What Homeowners Need to Know about Replacement Cost and Market Value
Many Illinois homeowners do not have sufficient coverage to provide for all of their belongings and as a result are under-insured. Most homeowners policies require you to be insured to the value of...
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Live Green in Every Room in Your Home
Live Green in Every Room in Your HomeLiving green, building green and surrounding yourself with earth-friendly products minimizes the negative impact you have on the natural world. At the same time,...
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Don't Worry About Your Home While You're Away!
Going on vacation is a great way to relax and take your mind off the daily grind. Don’t let the excitement of an upcoming trip prevent you from securing your home against burglars. Consider the...
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Life Is Full of Firsts
Going through life, there are many important milestones we encounter. Your first words, your first job in high school, and even purchasing your first house. Your first home is something that will be...
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Why Car Insurance Rates are Rising at a Record Pace
Lower gas prices equals more road traffic equals more car crashes equals more insurance claims equals higher premiums. That’s the not-so-short story of why your car insurance rates could go up this...
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Home Vacation Rentals and Insurance Gaps
Airbnb estimated that over 1 million people would celebrate the beginning of 2016 in an Airbnb rental. Many people are using the popular option of renting out a room in a home or renting out an entire...
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Protecting Your Summer Toys
Let’s face it, off road vehicles and personal water crafts are fun. Off road vehicle and PWC insurance are critical tools to make sure you keep them fun. Whether you are a recreational ATV rider or jet...
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Smoke Detector Maintenance
Smoke Detector MaintenanceSmoke detectors are one of the most important safety devices you can install in your home to protect your personal belongings and your family. The good news is, they are...
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