Take care of your plugs. Charging our phones, iPads and laptops. Enjoying the big game on your flat screen television and a countless array of appliances for your parties.
Electrical fires are bound to happen. It is important that you should have your wiring inspected, especially if you live in a home that is over 10 years old. Here are some other safety tips to help prevent electrical fires:
- Get new electrical cords. Throw out all the frayed, loose, or damaged cords. Replacing these cords is a fairly inexpensive investment to protect your home from an electrical fire.
- Make sure you run extensions cords in areas that are visible. Do not run extension cords under carpets or across doorways where they can become a serious hazard.
- Child proof your plugs.
- Any electrical work should be done by a qualified, licensed electrician that has a good standing.
- Add more circuits our outlets by a qualified, licensed electrician so you don’t need extension cords.
- Use Instructions. When plugging in an appliance in an outlet, follow the directions of the manufacturer.
- Unplug appliances when not in use. Having too many appliances in one outlet can overload the outlet.
- Call your qualified electrician when you start noticing frequent problems with flickering lights, blowing fuses or if outlets and switches feel warm.
- Make sure all lamps are away from flammable objects and are leveled. Follow the appropriate wattage for each lamp.
- You need to have ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs) in the kitchen, bathrooms, laundry room, basement and all outdoor areas.
- You need to have arc-fault circuit interrupters (AFCIs) should be installed to protect your electrical outlets.
Feel free to contact our office today for a review of your homeowner’s policy.
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320 East Lake Avenue, PO Box 1170
Watsonville, CA 95077-1170
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Last night there was a storm and some of the tiles came off of your roof. Which conversation would you prefer?
1. “Hi Mary, this is John Smith. Some of the tiles came off my roof last night.”
“Oh I’m sorry Mr. Smith, yes that storm was really something, wasn’t it? We’ll get help to you right away.”
2. “All our representatives are busy with other customers. Your wait time is approximately 20 minutes. Please hold.”
Customers have expressed their greater satisfaction when they have a local agent.
A recent study measured the satisfaction of homeowners when they had to file a claim for damages covered under their homeowner’s policy.
Local agents are known as the “personal insurance industry”. Those who have to go through direct channels – typically online or by calling a call center- are much less satisfied with the results. Satisfaction is 50 points higher among customers who file a claim through their agent than among those who file a claim through “direct channels”
For the industry average, the call center experience fails to deliver the same level of service as an agent. Especially during times of hardship when someone’s house has been destroyed or their valuable possessions have been lost, it’s difficult for a call center representative to replicate the personal relationship customers get with an agent.
California is subject to storms that can happen at any time. Your home is probably your largest investment and surely you would like the best coverage and service for it. Scurich Insurance Services is your local agent. Why not call them today for a free quote and suggestions for what you need. They will be ready to help you when you need it.
Scurich Insurance Services has proudly served the Monterey Bay area since 1924. Scurich will take care of all of your insurance needs. Are you a business owner, did you get a new car or maybe you are looking to protect your family in the event of a tragedy? Give us a call, we can help!
Let Scurich Insurance Services know if you are a Happy Customer!
We are located at:
Scurich Insurance Services
320 East Lake Avenue, PO Box 1170
Watsonville, CA 95077-1170
Office: 1-831-722-3541
Toll Free: 1-800-320-3666
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When wood, coal, natural gas and gasoline burn carbon monoxide is the invisible gas that emanates from those fuels.
Carbon monoxide is released when using gas in your cooking or heating, having a fire in the fireplace or grilling with charcoal. Yes, even your gas dryer releases carbon monoxide.
People even die from carbon monoxide poisoning and in 2010, fire departments treated more than 80,000 carbon monoxide incidents.
Carbon Monoxide Prevention
Contact a professional and inspect all carbon monoxide emitting equipment. Make sure the equipment has unobstructed ventilation areas. After a snowfall, make sure that vents are still clear.
Grills should be used outdoors, not inside. Do not use the stove to heat your house, don’t run your car in the garage, yes, even with the garage door open.
Make sure you have carbon monoxide alarms.
CO alarms
Just like fire alarms, carbon monoxide alarms should be in central locations. Right outside of bedrooms and on every level of your house. Test your alarm monthly, and replace as needed
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Scurich Insurance Services has proudly served the Monterey Bay area since 1924. Scurich will take care of all of your insurance needs. Are you a business owner, did you get a new car or maybe you are looking to protect your family in the event of a tragedy? Give us a call, we can help!
Let Scurich Insurance Services know if you are a Happy Customer!
We are located at:
Scurich Insurance Services
320 East Lake Avenue, PO Box 1170
Watsonville, CA 95077-1170
Office: 1-831-722-3541
Toll Free: 1-800-320-3666
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One of the questions we are frequently asked is, “How can you offer low prices?”
Our answer is simple. We work with a multitude of insurance companies and we shop around to get the best value for the types of coverage you need. We will look for discounts including bundling packages and other applicable discounts based on the types of policies you need. Here’s the list of companies we work with:
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ACE
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Allianz GSC Marine
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Allied Insurance Group
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AMTrust
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American Bankers – Flood
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Arrowhead
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BHHC – Berkshire Hathaway Homestate
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Chartis
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Chubb
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CIG – Capital Insurance Group
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CNA
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Commerce West
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Deans & Homer
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Employers Insurance Group
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EMC – Employers Mutual Casualty
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Encompass
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Everest National
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Financial Pacific
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Fireman’s Fund
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First American Specialty
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Foremost
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GMAC Insurance
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Golden Eagle
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Great American – Non-Profit
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Guard Insurance Group
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Guide One
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Hanover Insurance Group
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Hartford Insurance Group
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ICW – Insurance Company of the West
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ILM- Indiana Lumbermens Mutual
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Kemper – Personal Lines
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Liberty Mutual Middle Market
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Magna Carta
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Majestic
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Markel Risk Solutions
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MetLife Auto & Home
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MGAlive
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Midwest Insurance
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Nationwide Ag
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Navigators
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NIAC-Nonprofit’s Insurance Alliance of Calif.
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One Beacon
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Oregon Mutual
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Philadelphia
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Preferred Employers
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QBE Agri Insurance
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Republic Indemnity
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Safeco
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Seneca
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Sequoia
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State Compensation Ins. Fund
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Titan-( Victoria Insurance)
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TOPA
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Travelers
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Unigard Insurance Group
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Zenith
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Zurich
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Contact us if you are in need for car insurance, homeowners insurance, or commercial insurance. We will work hard for you to get the best price possible for your needs.
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Scurich Insurance Services has proudly served the Monterey Bay area since 1924. Scurich will take care of all of your insurance needs. Are you a business owner, did you get a new car or maybe you are looking to protect your family in the event of a tragedy? Give us a call, we can help!
Let Scurich Insurance Services know if you are a Happy Customer!
We are located at:
Scurich Insurance Services
320 East Lake Avenue, PO Box 1170
Watsonville, CA 95077-1170
Office: 1-831-722-3541
Toll Free: 1-800-320-3666
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Without any warning, a kitchen fire can occur when you are busy cooking. Here are some safety tips to prevent a fire:
- Don’t wear anything that can catch fire. That includes long sleeves and loose fitting clothes. Make sure your clothes fit tight.
- Move all towels, pot holders, paper towels and anything else that can easily catch fire.
- Keep children a safe distance from hot areas.
- Make sure all pots have lids that fit securely on them.
- Never, EVER leave the kitchen while you are cooking. If you must leave, turn off all the burners.
Make sure you have an easily accessible fire extinguisher in your kitchen in case of a fire. In case of a uncontrollable fire, make sure you have a safe escape plan that you have practiced with your family.
Give us a call today for a review of your homeowners insurance policy.
Scurich Insurance Services has proudly served the Monterey Bay area since 1924. Scurich will take care of all of your insurance needs. Are you a business owner, did you get a new car or maybe you are looking to protect your family in the event of a tragedy? Give us a call, we can help!
Let Scurich Insurance Services know if you are a Happy Customer!
We are located at:
Scurich Insurance Services
320 East Lake Avenue, PO Box 1170
Watsonville, CA 95077-1170
Office: 1-831-722-3541
Toll Free: 1-800-320-3666
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When making a significant purchase, you do your homework. Consumer reports on electronic gadgets to safety ratings for cars and inspection of a new house are all part of your homework. Why wouldn’t you think you should do the same with insurance?
Myth #1: Most people believe all insurance is the same
It’s not. Not all insurance companies are all financially equal. That can cause some problems in the future for claims. To do your homework about the financial strength of the insurance company, go to A.M. Best Co. They are an independent provider of insurer ratings.
Myth #2: Every insurance company provides the same coverage
Most insurance companies provide similar coverage, but every insurance company is different. That can mean unique conditions and limitations.
Myth #3: All customer service, including claims processing, are the same with every insurance company
Every company is different and that means different standardized policies for handling claims and basic customer service calls. You can go to your states Department of Insurance to find out where you company ranks with customer complaints.
Myth #4: There is no flexibility in the cost of your insurance
Contact us and we will work with you on how we can save you money based on your lifestyle or any other possible changes to your deductible. We can also shop around for you to find the policy that fits your needs.
Scurich Insurance Services has proudly served the Monterey Bay area since 1924. Scurich will take care of all of your insurance needs. Are you a business owner, did you get a new car or maybe you are looking to protect your family in the event of a tragedy? Give us a call, we can help!
Let Scurich Insurance Services know if you are a Happy Customer!
We are located at:
Scurich Insurance Services
320 East Lake Avenue, PO Box 1170
Watsonville, CA 95077-1170
Office: 1-831-722-3541
Toll Free: 1-800-320-3666
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