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Basement Fire Safety Tips
Fires can happen in any part of the house, but the basement is one of the most dangerous areas. If you have a basement, having little to no windows and having only one point of entry could make it difficult to escape if there is a fire. Crews fighting a potential...
Preventing Home Garage Fires
Between 2016 and 2020, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) said fire departments responded to an estimated 343,100 home structure fires, which caused $7.6 billion in direct property damage. Of that damage, 26% of reported fires take place in U.S. homes and...
When Your Vehicle is a Total Loss
Getting your insurance from MAPFRE means you don’t have to worry about the ‘what ifs,’ so you can focus on what’s most important to you. Accidents happen, whether it’s a minor fender bender or a serious crash. Should you get into a significant accident, first and...
Roof Gutter Cleaning Safety Tips
As a homeowner, it's essential to keep up with routine maintenance projects as they will save you from more complicated repairs down the road. One of those regular projects is cleaning your roof gutters, which should be done at least twice a year – usually best to do...
Prepare for Potential Natural Disasters and Emergencies
Disasters and emergencies can happen at any time. That's why during National Preparedness Month in September, Americans are reminded of the impact that potential disasters can have. Disasters typically include natural events such as avalanche, earthquake, extreme...
MAPFRE and MassDOT: Celebrating 20 Years!
MAPFRE Insurance and the MassDOT Highway Assistance Program are celebrating a milestone anniversary! This August marks 20 years since MAPFRE and MassDOT teamed up to help keep Massachusetts drivers and roadways safe - free of charge and regardless of their insurance...