Everyone wants to keep their home safe from burglars and intruders, but not everyone wants to have an alarm system installed. There are plenty of people who prefer the DIY (do-it-yourself) route, whether it’s home improvement or home security. Nowadays, there are more options than ever when it comes to home security, so we at Learn More “DIY Home Security: Keeping your Home Safe”
Getting Ready for Winter Weather in South Florida Fall has arrived, but there’s still time to get ready for winter weather, including storms. While South Florida does not often see extreme cold, we can still experience much lower temperatures than normal, so we at Burke, Bogart and Brownell have compiled some tips to help you Learn More “Preparing for Winter Weather in South Florida”
Hurricane Ian has illustrated the Flood Risk in Florida. In insurance terms, Flood is the inundation of normally dry land. Flooding can occur from tidal or storm surge, rain, storms, overflow of lakes, ponds, rivers, canals, streams etc. Failure of dams, dikes, retaining walls etc. are common causes of flooding. FEMA has flood maps designating Learn More “Flood Risk in Florida: The Truth About Flood Zones”
Beat the South Florida Heat — and Your Air Conditioning Bill — This Summer Did you know that, according to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), Americans spend about $11 billion each year on air conditioning? That might not be such a surprise if you’re the one who writes the check for your household energy bill every Learn More “Summer Home Energy Savings”
When a big storm hits in South Florida, you hunker down inside, relying on your home to protect you and your family. Once that storm passes, though, it’s time to repay the favor — identifying damage and protecting your home from further issues. The National Storm Damage Center has a number of resources and tips Learn More “How to Check Your Property for Damage After a Storm During Hurricane Season”
Hurricanes often leave the destruction of property and lives in their wake. Preparing your home, your property, and your family for a hurricane can help minimize the damage and impact of the storm. Here are some essential tips to ensure that you and your family are ready when a hurricane hits. Prepare Your Home Use Learn More “How to Prepare for a Hurricane in Florida”
For most of us, the Fourth of July is a time to enjoy the company of family and friends, having fun and creating memories – whether away or at home in Boca Raton. But for some families, the holiday is a nightmare. Homes each year in Florida are damaged by wayward fireworks. Thousands of people Learn More “Fireworks Safety in South Florida”
Last week the Florida Legislature passed major insurance reform legislation in a special session. It is too early to predict the long-term results of the law changes. Legal challenges have already been filed. We do not expect any immediate changes in the troubled Florida insurance market. Following is a summary of the significant items and Learn More “Florida Insurance Market: Legislation Update”
For two years we have been warning about the oncoming Homeowners Insurance Crisis. Today the crisis is here and it is getting worse every week. Four Homeowners Insurance companies have failed in the past few months. Many more have restricted new business, cancelled existing policies, or announced plans to do so. Citizens, our state-run market of Learn More “Important Notice Regarding Florida’s Homeowners Insurance Crisis”
Your home protects you from the elements, but heavy rain in South Florida 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, especially in South Florida, and they help keep things green, even if they keep Learn More “Heavy Rain in South Florida? Be on the Lookout for Heavy Damage”