Why Today’s Homes Burn Faster

Dec 1 2017 From building materials to furnishings, many of the things in your home likely aren’t as flame-resistant as those from yesteryear. A fire in a modern home is a “perfect storm,” according to safety consulting and... more ›

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Heavy Rain? Be on the Lookout for Heavy Damage

Jul 7 2017 Your home protects you from the elements, but heavy rains can weaken that protection. With a little maintenance and a lot of vigilance, it’s not hard to stay safe and dry. Spring rainstorms are a fact of life in many... more ›

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Want a Safer Home? Consider these Inexpensive Fixes

Jun 2 2017 Home improvement: It’s a never-ending process for many people, and for those of us who aren’t necessarily handy, it can be a hassle, too. But there are plenty of simple maintenance tasks and other improvements you can... more ›

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Make Home Safety a Priority While You’re Away for the Holidays

Nov 7 2014 The holidays can be a great time to get out of town to visit family you rarely get to see, hit the slopes or flee to the beach. Regardless of how you spend your time away, you need to ensure your house stays safe while... more ›

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Protect Your Most Cherished Possessions

May 30 2014 If you're like most people, there are certain items you own that you can't imagine ever losing - possessions you deeply cherish or those that would be impossible to replace due to the cost of re-purchasing them or... more ›

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Keep Water from Going Where it Shouldn't

May 2 2014 One of the most disheartening experiences is to find flooding or extreme water damage to your treasured home. At Harbor Insurance Group, we know you want to protect what's important. That's why we're offering these tips... more ›

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Home Security Tips

Mar 10 2014 Everyone wants to keep their home safe from burglars or intruders, but not everyone wants to have an alarm system installed. There are plenty of people who prefer the do-it-yourself route, whether it's home improvement... more ›

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Protect Your Family From the "Silent Killer"

Jan 3 2014 Carbon monoxide is an odorless, colorless, invisible gas that results when certain fuels do not burn completely. And it can be deadly. That's why it's important to know how to prevent it, detect it, and protect yourself... more ›

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Make Football Season Fun and Safe

Nov 1 2013 Finally, we're welcoming fall, that eagerly anticipated season when we get to enjoy cooler temps, colorful leaves and, of course, football season in Florida. Football brings with it a whole host of seasonal activities... more ›

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Flood Insurance - What You Should Know

Aug 1 2013 You've probably heard this horror story before - someone loses a home due to a flood and learns after the fact that standard homeowners insurance doesn't cover flood damage. At Harbor Insurance Group we want you to be... more ›

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Preparing Your Yard For Summer

Apr 17 2013 Preparing Your Yard For Summer If you are a yard or garden enthusiast, you are probably excited about this upcoming summer. Finally, you can work outside in your garden again. Your yard is about to become beautiful... more ›

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Burglar-Proofing Your Home

Feb 20 2013 In the past years, residences in St. Petersburg, Florida, have been hit with a barrage of property crime and burglary rates. With nearly 13,000 property crimes committed annually, the chances of a person living in St.... more ›

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Home Repairs to Make Before Winter

Dec 7 2012 Home Repairs to Make Before Winter When the Christmas music starts playing on the radio and you pull your wool socks out of storage, you may also want to be thinking about home repair. By doing some specific home repair... more ›

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A Home Inventory Will Help You Know What You Own

Jun 1 2012 Why should I have a home inventory? - Your furniture and appliances, clothing, sports or hobby equipment, and electronic goods are all regarded as personal property. Like many people in Florida, you may own much more... more ›

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Spring is Coming!

Mar 1 2012 With the days getting longer and the weather getting warmer, we're starting to think about spring. (Or at least hoping that springtime is coming, anyway.) And whether spring arrives on time, we've got you covered with... more ›

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Is Your Home Energy Efficient?

Dec 1 2011 Drafty windows. Leaky faucets. Dirty air filters. All are common issues here in Florida, and they're not only annoying - they also cost you money in decreased energy efficiency and higher utility bills. Would you like... more ›

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Make Sure Your Home is Ready for Winter

Nov 2 2011 Summer has ended, but there's no need to fret: Fall brings with it crisp, cool days, wonderful colors - and football season! It also brings with it a few maintenance tasks that Harbor Insurance Group recommends to help... more ›

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Disaster Preparedness, FEMA and More

Sep 2 2011 If the unthinkable happens, Harbor Insurance Group understands that your most valuable assets are more than just items on a balance sheet. That information is critical during a time of catastrophe. Sites to Check Out... more ›

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