Beach Safety Tips

Beach Safety Tips

Ahh –  The beach!  We love the water, the sand, the sun and the family time to unwind and have FUN!  Staying safe at the beach is very important. Weather and water conditions can change rapidly.  In the blink of an eye someone could be caught in a...
Summer Fire Safety Tips

Summer Fire Safety Tips

According to the National Fire Protection Association, there are an average of 385,500 residential fires every year. While taking out a Homeowners insurance policy with fire insurance coverage will help protect you from the costs incurred from a house fire, following...
Home Fire Escape Plans

Home Fire Escape Plans

Fire can spread rapidly through your home, leaving you as little as one or two minutes to escape safely once the smoke alarm sounds. Your ability to get out of your home during a fire depends on advance warning from smoke alarms and advance planning.  Why do you...
Auto Insurance Costs

Auto Insurance Costs

If you own a vehicle, you required by law to have an auto insurance policy. Have you ever wondered how the cost of your policy is determined? There are a number of different factors that impact the cost of your auto insurance. While not all companies use the same...
Hiring a Contractor for Home Updates

Hiring a Contractor for Home Updates

If you own a home, then chances are at some point you will need to hire someone to do repair work on your home. At Galvin Insurance Agency, Inc., we know that hiring a contractor or handyman to perform work on your home often comes with risks. Below are nine things...