The long days of summer are coming to an end, and colder weather is creeping around the corner. So, before you start breaking out the winter quilts and space heaters, take some time to prepare your home with a few of our fall home maintenance tips. Tip #1: Remove and Store Garden Hoses Go […]
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You see zombies on TV and in horror films, and while that may seem like a far-fetched threat, it truly is no matter to be taken lightly. You may laugh to yourself now and think “why am I reading this?” But you’ll be happy you did, in the event a zombie does take a […]
Continue Reading...We’re all familiar with that phrase, “A year from now you will wish you had started today.” As simple as it is, it rings true. Think about where you were a year ago, and how much you’ve changed since. Maybe you started back at the gym, or started eating healthier, whatever it was you’ve […]
Continue Reading...As the hot days of summer come to an end, and the crisp, cold weather starts to appear, it’s a good time to re-evaluate your home insurance policy. There are some things that can happen to your home in the colder months, leaving you exposed to a few additional risks. A few common household […]
Continue Reading...As the weather cools down, an increase in theft activity goes up- around 25% for both home & auto in the later part of the year. Be smart and stay alert! We’ve compiled some simple tips to keep your home and car safe. For Your Car: Don’t leave packages, bags or electronics visible in […]
Continue Reading...Planning on a trip for the holidays? (Take us with you!) Before you leave, take a few precautions to make sure your home is safe. Set timers for interior lights. Make sure electronics are plugged into a surge protector or unplug all together in the event of a power surge. Don’t blast your travel […]
Continue Reading...Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or a seasoned pro, buying a house is no easy feat. There’s almost always an unexpected element that surprises you and it can be such a stressful process. But, there is also nothing more rewarding than getting those keys and walking into YOUR new home. To help make the […]
Continue Reading...Grab your keys, it’s time for a road trip! There’s nothing like hitting the open road with a great playlist and an endless amount of snacks en route to a fun destination. However, at TGS Insurance we always push for a culture of preparedness. So we’ve compiled some road trip essentials we recommend you […]
Continue Reading...It’s been a full year since Hurricane Harvey made landfall in Houston, Texas and we’re still feeling the effects of the storm that overstayed it’s welcome. Harvey was deemed a ‘1,000-year flood’ and residents of Houston can still recently recall the Memorial Day Flood (May 2015) and Tax Day Flood (April 2016) but neither compared […]
Continue Reading...Most people almost never look at their insurance renewal documents… It’s much more common to let your policy auto-renew, rather than sift through boring industry jargon and hunt for better quotes. Why is that a mistake? Your rates are almost certain to increase year-over-year (even without any changes in coverage). It doesn’t make sense to […]
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