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Let's Talk About Earthquake Insurance!

In light of the most recent 7.1 magnitude earthquake outside of Ridgecrest in Southern Calfornia, we're feeling compelled to take a deeper dive into the logistics of earthquake insurance in California. We've been waiting for "the big one" for years – make sure you're educated about how to best avoid an insurance ...

What You Should Know About California Earthquake Insurance

California is a beautiful, but dangerous place to live. In the wake of many trying years battling wildfires, it's easy to forget the less predictable natural disaster, "the big one." The destruction of an unexpected earthquake can be devastating, but by protecting yourself and your family with insurance, you can ...

Grilling Safety and Insurance

Keep your home, family and guests safe during your barbeque fun! Millions of Americans safely enjoy outdoor barbecues, but accidents do happen. Ensure trouble-free summer cooking fun by maintaining your grill, using it safely and knowing what to do in case of emergency.

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Protecting Your Agribusiness Projects

Our local farms, ranches, vineyards and wineries are a vital part of our unique local economy, but agribusiness insurance can be a tricky thing to understand. We want to make sure your farm business has the right coverage to protect you from any possible loses; to do so it’s ...

7 Summer Road Trip Tips

It's not quite summer, but if you’re like many Americans, that means it’s time to start dreaming about road trips! Before you hit the open road and explore the sights our expansive country has to offer, here are some tips, curated by 1. Make sure your vehicle is ...

What is an Umbrella Policy and Do You Need One?

Daily life can be full of uncertainty. Accidents happen and things can go wrong in an instant. You want the security of knowing that when the unexpected happens, you have safeguards in place to protect you financially. Personal umbrella insurance provides an extra layer of liability coverage* designed to help ...

Graduates and Affordable Cars

Many high school and college graduates are in the market for a vehicle to get them to interviews or a new job reliably. While there’s a vast selection of vehicles to choose from, important considerations like safety and affordability can help narrow your search. Vehicle safety should be ...

A Chilling Look at Distracted Driving

In 2017 alone, 3,166 people were killed in distracted driving crashes. So, what qualifies as distracted driving? Distracted driving is any activity that diverts attention from driving, including talking or texting on your phone, eating and drinking, talking to people in your vehicle, fiddling with the stereo, entertainment or navigation system—anything ...

Spring Safety Tips for Motorcyclists

Spring is here and it’s the perfect time to hit the open road on your motorcycle, wind along the gorgeous coast line or through the formidable redwoods, but before you hop on, here are a few safety tips to make sure your bike is road ready: Test your headlines ...

Say I Do to Special Event Insurance

With spring in full bloom, it’s safe to say that love is in the air! Whether you’re planning a big dreamy wedding, or a small, intimate gathering, there’s one thing all communal events have in common: risks! So if you’re planning a special event, let us ...

Spring Cleaning Tips for Your Workplace

Spring is just around the corner, and after this incredibly wet winter, we are sure ready for the new season to begin! Spring is a time for renewal and cleanliness, not only at home, but at work, too! Here are some ideas to help you spring clean your workspace:</...

The Human Race

On Saturday May 4th, Barber Insurance Agency representatives will be participating in the 2019 Human Race on behalf of the Humane Society of Sonoma County. Santa Rosa's fun, annual 3K and 10K race features fun activities on race day. The trail winds through lovely Howarth and Spring Lake Parks. The Human ...