Dempsey Insurance Agency Blog

Your house has weathered another long, cold, stormy winter. Now it’s time to create a list of springtime home maintenance to-dos. Tackling this homeowner responsibility can help minimize the risk that your home will need costly repairs.

Electrical distribution systems are the 3rd leading cause of house fires according to the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI). Electronics have become ingrained in our everyday lives; from smartphones and tablets to televisions and gaming systems. This addition of technology puts an added strain on our home's electrical system and poses a risk of fire if not handled properly. The National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) reports that electrical fires are most common in the bedroom, attic, and kitchen. Follow these tips to keep your home and family safe.

Please take a moment to review this helpful information about frozen pipes from our friends at The Andover Companies. With temperatures hovering around freezing and snow and ice looming in the forecast you can never be too prepared. With early detection and proper preparation you can easily avoid this well-known winter peril. 

A winter storm is in today's forecast so we wanted to share                               some great tips from our friends at Plymouth Rock Assurance.

On Thanksgiving Day, the kitchen is the busiest room in the home. With COVID-19 cancelling many big holiday get togethers, more people than ever are entering the kitchen to make their own holiday meals for the first time. Help your policyholders have a safe holiday with these cooking safety tips.

Tips to prevent water damage from a leaking refrigerator from our friends at Service Master Dynamic Cleaning. 

These leaks are often small and  can go unnoticed for a long time. This is why it's usually the smallest leaks that cause the most damage! If not caught and restored properly, a water leak can cause mold to grow within 48 hours.

Follow these expert tips to help prevent water damage from fridge leaks:

In light of the current situation effective Tuesday 3/17/2020 our offices will be closed to the public. We must do what is best for the safety of our employees and their families as well as the general public. Our office will still be open and employees working on site and remotely. If you need to speak with us during our normal office hours (Monday through Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm) please call 781-762-0042 or email your representative directly. If you would like to leave a payment or paperwork you may use the mail slot on the front door.

If you’re having a new in-ground pool installed this spring, you’ll undoubtedly have several meetings with the pool installer. They aren’t the only person you’ll want to consult before the pool is completed, though. You should also talk with your Massachusetts insurance agent to see whether your homeowners insurance policy will cover the new pool.