One of the most important systems to maintain in your home is the HVAC system. HVAC stands for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning and makes up mechanical systems in your home like furnaces, boilers, electric heat pumps, air conditioners, and ductwork. When you...
College is an exciting time, but it can also be an adjustment for the student and their parents. Before your student even leaves home, there are many things to do to make sure you are both prepared, and that doesn’t include stocking up on ramen. Whether your student...
With the arrival of warmer temperatures, most homeowners depend on air conditioners to keep cool in the summer months. Despite the comfort provided by air conditioners during sweltering weather, it’s important to know that ACs and even fans can cause fires if not...
With the global need to become more sustainable due to climate change, sales of electric cars (EVs) and hybrid vehicles continue to grow rapidly. According to the International Energy Agency’s (IEA) annual Global EV Outlook , almost 14 million new EVs were registered...
Disasters and emergencies can happen at any time, but when a hurricane or summer storm is on the horizon, there are many precautions you can take to ensure you are ready to evacuate safely, if need be, and that your vehicle is ready to go. Review insurance coverage...
Hurricanes can impact people living along coastlines, but they can also cause major damage hundreds of miles inland due to storm surges, heavy winds, rip currents, and flooding. The Atlantic Hurricane Season begins June 1 and ends November 30, while the Eastern...
Lightning strikes can happen any time there is a thunderstorm and can be a threat to both people and property. According to the National Weather Service, the threat of lightning increases as a storm approaches and peaks when it is overhead. It gradually diminishes as...
The summer months are perfect to spend with family and friends around a backyard swimming pool. But despite the fun they bring, pools do pose their own risks. According to a 2020 report by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), an estimated 6,700 children...
MAPFRE Insurance is made for real life, and because real life is busy, we are dedicated to making managing your insurance as easy as possible. It is easier than ever to go paperless, simplify, and support the environment. Why go paperless? When you opt to go...