Insurance News from Dickson Insurance Agency, Inc.

Why Today’s Homes Burn Faster

Dec 18 2017 From building materials to furnishings, many of the things in your home likely aren’t as flame-resistant as those from yesteryear. A fire in a modern home is a “perfect storm,” according to safety consulting and... more »

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How to Lower Your Auto Insurance Bill

Nov 15 2017 It’s easy to lower your insurance costs - especially if you have a great driving record, or don’t mind having higher deductibles. Who doesn’t want to pay less for car insurance? Billions of dollars are spent on ad... more »

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Water / Sewer Backup & You

Oct 25 2017 Do you know your responsibility in the event of Water and/or Sewer backup? The attached memo from the Water Authority of Dickson Co. provides beneficial info to help you be prepared! Do you have adequate limits for "... more »

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Do You Need Umbrella Insurance?

Oct 13 2017 One of the most certain things in life is uncertainty. Your dog could bite the neighbor’s kid. Your teen driver could hit a cyclist. A guest could fall down your stairs. A rainy morning commute on worn-out tires could... more »

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Easy to Forget Cleaning Projects

Sep 4 2017 As a busy homeowner, it's easy to fall into the trap of pushing off tasks that maintain the long-term value of your home in favor of more pressing problems. That’s OK, to a point, as certain house-cleaning projects... more »

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Heavy Rain? Be on the Lookout for Heavy Damage

Jul 17 2017 Your home protects you from the elements, but heavy rains 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 in many... more »

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Help Your Dog Love Apartment Living

Jun 7 2017 Apartment living can have many advantages: low maintenance, close to work and entertainment, and ease of changing residence. But, if you’re a dog owner, apartment living can present some difficulties. You probably won’t... more »

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Want a Safer Home? Consider these Inexpensive Fixes

May 10 2017 Home improvement: It’s a never-ending process for many people, and for those of us who aren’t necessarily handy, it can be a hassle, too. But there are plenty of simple maintenance tasks and other improvements you can... more »

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Love Bites – Get Umbrella Coverage

Apr 12 2017 In today’s economy, everyone is pinching pennies. So why worry about umbrella coverage? Shouldn’t a home and auto policy leave you adequately covered? Unfortunately, we live in a world of lawsuits. Large damages can be... more »

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Teen Driving Safety

Mar 20 2017 Talking to Your Teen About Safe Driving When teens begin to drive, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the National Safety Council, the sobering statistics start to pile up:Car... more »

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Car Shopping With Safety in Mind

Feb 9 2017 You’ve heard all the talk about driverless cars. Yet we’re still years away from living in a world where you can just tell your car where to go and then kick back and relax with a book or your phone. Even still,... more »

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7 Driving Habits That Are Bad for Your Car

Jan 26 2017 No matter how safe you are behind the wheel, you’ve probably done things like: Shift into drive while the car is still rolling backward. Ride the brakes on steep hills. Roll into the gas station on empty. Guilty? If so,... more »