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Hyundai and Kia Thefts on the Rise

As a local insurance agency, we strive to keep our clients informed about emerging trends and issues that may impact their safety and financial well-being. Recently, we have observed a disturbing trend in our community - an alarming increase in thefts of Hyundai and Kia vehicles. This rise in car ...

Independent Adjuster vs. Public Adjuster: Unveiling the Insurance Industry's Dynamic Duo

Today, we're diving into the exciting world of insurance claims and unraveling the mystery behind two mighty characters: the Independent Adjuster and the Public Adjuster. So, grab your detective hats and let's explore the differences between these dynamic players in the insurance industry. Independent Adjuster: The Sherlock Holmes of Claims ...

Interior Renovations to Boost Home Value

Home value has been a rough problem a lot of people have struggled with in the last year. They want to boost their property's price before they try to sell it, but with a slowed market and pickier buyers, it's harder to feel like they're in control of its value. ...

National Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month

May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, and the end of May ushers in the unofficial start of the summer road travel season. Safe riding and driving practices, and cooperation from all road users, will help reduce the number of fatalities and injuries on our nation’s highways. Unfortunately, data shows ...

Tectonic Plates and Your Home

HOW DO TECTONIC PLATES CREATE EARTHQUAKES, VOLCANOES & MOUNTAINS? The Earth’s surface is active according to tectonic theory, moving as much as 1-2 inches a year. The many tectonic plates shift and interact all the time. This motion reshapes the Earth’s outer layer. Earthquakes, volcanoes and mountains are ...

7 Exterior Renovation Projects to Update Your Home for Spring

Spring brings changes, and with those comes a lot of stress about whether you started early enough or if you're able to handle the amount of property you have. When this season hits full swing, it's important to keep a calm head and get into motion.  These are ...

Defensible space or bust!?

For many years now, the risk of wildfire has had an immense impact on California insurance customer's ability to get coverage. Whether you have been non-renewed or struggled to get a policy in a particular zip code, or had to fall back on the California Fair Plan for coverage, this ...

What to Know Before Installing New Gutters

Clean and functioning gutters are crucial if you live in an area that gets any amount of rain throughout the year. This important part of your roof helps deliver water away from your house and keeps it safe from foundational damage or flooding. If you're looking to add to replace ...

Atmospheric Rivers Abound!

Has your home or property been impacted by the recent sequence of big storms to hit California? Here is a quick checklist of how to move forward from water damage to best be prepared for any future insurance claims. Document the damage If it’s safe to do so, take ...

DUIs & Insurance - FAQs

On Friday March 10th, 2023  the Santa Rosa Police Department will conduct a driving under the influence (DUI) Checkpoint from 6:00 p.m. until 02:00 a.m. at an undisclosed location.  DUI checkpoint locations are determined based on data showing incidents of impaired driving-related crashes. The primary purpose of DUI checkpoints ...

Yard Maintenance Tips for Wildfire Resilience

Plants that are green and lush give better protection. If regularly watered and maintained to eliminate the accumulation of dry plant litter, these plants will be far less likely to carry fire to your home.  Ongoing: Clear ground fuel (leaves and plant litter) from underneath plants. Remove any dead ...

Earthquakes: Chimney and Fireplace House Hazards

Although reinforcing your house’s foundation is the biggest and most important step you will take to secure your property and making it stronger against earthquake damage, there are other potential hazards to be aware of that, with proper retrofitting or securing, can make your home safer for you and ...