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HOW DOES WINTER WEATHER CAUSE POWER OUTAGES, AND WHAT CAN I DO TO BE READY FOR THEM? You might find it surprising that you can experience a power outage due to temperature alone. Other factors, such as wind and intense winter storms, are other elements that you have no actual control over. Here are some…
As we shift from fall to winter, regions across the country are preparing for the weather events that come with it. While the West Coast may not experience heavy snowfall or freezing temperatures, property owners and managers should not underestimate the impact of heavy rainfall. Factors like storm surge, urban development, and the dryness of…
The Guide to Commercial Winter Storm Restoration Winter weather is near, and colder temperatures bring a greater need for awareness surrounding potential property damage and the challenges it can present. Depending on the type of damage, property owners and managers are faced with potentially endangering the lives of their building’s occupants and a period of…
What Happened? Hurricane Fiona made landfall in September 2022 and would go down as one of the most brutal weather events to impact eastern Canada, affecting Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Prince Edward Island. The hurricane recorded winds over 165kph, claimed twenty-five lives, and caused over $845 million in damage, making it one of the…
Understanding Hawai’i Hurricane Damage: A Comprehensive Preparedness Checklist Hurricanes form in areas of enhanced thunderstorms over warm tropical oceans. A concern for Hawai’i, in the middle of the Pacific, is waiting for a destructive storm to hit. Fortunately, in the last 40 years, Hawai’i has only seen three (3) Hurricanes that have impacted our islands…
We’ve all seen what fire damage can do to a property, but the types of damage you should be ready to encounter after experiencing a fire loss can exceed your expectations. Having full awareness of the different types of damage you will face can help you to react faster, reducing continued damage and getting you…
Key Steps for a Water Damage Recovery From small leaks to severe floods, water can wreak havoc on buildings, properties, and more. Whether that water damage is a broken water line, weather-related flood, a drain back up, or another cause, water in buildings can become a major problem — and fast. A rapid response to…
Understanding the Impact and Risk of Water Damage on Hawaii’s Properties If there’s one thing we have an abundance of in Hawaii, it’s water. Our tropical climate is no stranger to heavy rain, flash flooding, and the potential for a destructive hurricane season. These elements, along with the unexpected pipe burst or plumbing issue, can…
WHEN YOUR POLICY HOLDERS FACE DISASTER, WE ARE HERE TO HELP When disaster strikes, your policyholders can depend on us to jump into action, and you can expect us to be a strategic, transparent and effective partner from start to finish. With decades of experience working alongside insurance providers and a vast network of reconstruction…
As springtime approaches, one of the biggest threats to your property is flooding and water damage. Temperatures rise, snow transforms to rain, and the frozen ground thaws, while increasing water levels and moisture can collect around the foundation of your home. Flooding, heavy spring rains and the consequential seepage into your home from excess water…