Getting ready for winter weather Fall has arrived, but there’s still time to get ready for winter weather, including storms. Extreme cold is always a possibility here in Springfield, so we at Reiner Insurance have compiled some tips to help you stay safe and limit damage. Preparing your home Perform basic winter maintenance … More
Before the wind blows, secure your trees and shrubs The seasons are changing, and the colors of autumn abound. Regrettably, fall’s stunning display is often accompanied by some unwelcome weather hazards in New Jersey – namely, wind – that can cause considerable damage to the very trees that produce those beautiful fall leaves. … More
Make football season not just fun, but also safe Finally, we’re welcoming fall, that eagerly anticipated season when we get to enjoy cooler temps, colorful leaves, the start of school and, of course, football season in New Jersey! Football season brings with it a whole host of seasonal activities for football fans, … More
Household safety tips change with the season As days get shorter and nights get longer, our habits begin to change. Most of us typically spend more time hunkering down at home and less time frolicking at the beach. That usually means resuming favorite fall pastimes like huddling through Giants games on Sunday and … More
Storing a classic car through the winter If you’re a classic car owner, surely you are committed to ensuring it stays in tip-top shape throughout all the seasons, especially the winter when it most likely will be unused for a while. Any period of inactivity requires a number of preparatory steps to prevent damage. The … More
You’ve taken the plunge and opted for condo life. Now that the papers are signed, it seems like everything is taken care of for you—building maintenance, roof repairs, landscaping, insurance, etc. It’s time to relax because everything is covered, right? Not quite. The insurance policy provided by the condo association covers the building structure … More
After-School Safety Tips for Parents and Kids Parents, class is back in session in Springfield, NJ so you’ve likely already reviewed the basic safety tips for kids who walk or bus to and from school. Those tips, of course, are: Walk with a buddy Stay in well-lit areas Never accept a ride with strangers Once … More
A little extra caution can go a long way while driving at night Summer has ended, and while fall and winter have their own pleasures — including hay rides & apple picking— longer nights mean increased danger on the roads. You might think you drive just as well at night, but consider this: Even though … More
Tips for Preventing a Leading Cause of Property Damage HARTFORD, Conn., September 10, 2014 – Wind, hail and damage caused by rain entering a building are among the most common causes of property damage for Travelers (NYSE: TRV) home insurance customers. To help protect homeowner property and belongings, Travelers recommends focusing on the roof, which … More
Was super-storm Sandy a one-time fluke of nature? Or a hint of changing weather patterns with more to come? One thing it taught us was that weather forecasting isn’t 20/20 and flood damage can occur anywhere, anytime. So it’s important to prepare for the possibility of a flood, no matter how distant the possibility. Super-storm … More
