East County Insurance

Did you install your child’s car seat correctly? Read these tips on installation, getting the right fit and when to change their car seat!

Car Seat Safety Tips Keep your kids safe by using the right car seat in the right way. We’ll show you how.

Did you know there are certain months that are better to buy a car than others? Find the best times to get a good deal on your dream car!

When to Buy a Car: Best and Worst Times When it comes to getting the best price for your new car, timing is everything. Learn when the best and worst times to make a purchase are.

Have you heard about the tiny house movement? It’s a lifestyle that encourages minimalism and sustainable living. Read more about the movement:

Understanding the tiny house takeover The tiny house movement refers to the social and architectural movement that encourages living simply, efficiently and sustainably in small homes.

Are your windows as safe as they can be for your kids? Take a closer look with this helpful window safety checklist!

National Window Safety Week Foremost recognizes National Window Safety week as an awareness to help our customers take the necessary action to keep you safe. Keep your family safe with these steps.

Unpacking your items after a big move can be overwhelming, but once you’re finished, you’ll breathe a sigh of relief. Use this moving-in checklist to keep the process as smooth as possible:

Moving in – Tips for taking control of your move You did it! The key has been given, the contract has been signed and the first payment has been provided.

According to the , Christmas tree fires account for roughly 200 home fires each year. Are you protected?

www.nfpa.org

School is out, and pools are open for the summer. Take these extra steps to encourage safety in your backyard.

Home pool safety If you own a pool, you're probably aware of the maintenance and care that's involved. But have you considered taking that extra step to make sure it's safe for your kids?

Did you know: Gen Z and Millennials are most likely to rent their homes, but are least likely to purchase renters insurance coverage? If you want your items covered during a loss, you may want to reconsider.

Learn Renters Insurance 101 with these FAQs Get all your frequently asked questions about renters insurance answered. Use the nations largest resource of independent agents to get accurate advise.

Dryers and washing machines are involved in 1 out of every 22 U.S. home fires. Be sure to clean the lint screens before every load and avoid overloading the dryer.

Clothes dryer fire safety outreach materials The leading cause of home clothes dryer fires is failure to clean them. More home clothes dryer fires occur in the fall and winter months, peaking in January. Help increase awareness about clothes dryer fires in your community with these free materials. http://1.usa.gov/17uWzt1

A good way to prevent fires in your home is to test your smoke alarms every month and to have an accessible fire extinguisher. Visit this website for more fire safety tips:

Fire Prevention Week Since 1922, Fire Prevention Week (FPW) has been observed on the Sunday through Saturday period in which October 9 falls to commemorate the Great Chicago Fire of 1871.

Do you have a smoke detector on every level of your home? Learn where to properly place the fire alarms and how many you should have:

Installing and maintaining smoke alarms - NFPA NFPA says installing your home smoke alarms correctly - and making sure they are in working order - is an important step to making your home and family safer from fire.

Do you know the signs of home water damage? Look for these red flags to determine whether your home has suffered water damage.

Top Signs of Water Damage at Home | ServiceMaster Restore® Here are some common signs of water damage in your home and what you can do to address them.