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How to Protect Your Home From Wildfire Embers
When you get to July, and the air turns hot and dry, any seasoned homesteader knows they should expect wildfires. They’re part and parcel of the season, just like picking apples or splitting wood for winter. However, just because wildfires are familiar, that doesn’t make them any less dangerous. Now, if you’re near the fire itself, the danger is apparent from the start. The problem is when we see it going off in the distance, thinking we’re safe only for our house to catch on fire seemingly out of nowhere. It might seem bizarre, but the cause is perfectly explainable: 90% of homes lost in wildfires are those that come…
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Summer Home Safety Tips
Summer Home Safety Tips By Courtney Klosterman, home insights expert at Hippo, the home insurance group focused on proactivehome protection. Safety is an important cornerstone to protect your home from unexpected repairs and other issues. Prepare early for seasonal hazards, such as summer storms and fire safety, by downloading the Hippo app to access your property’s maintenance checklist, and following these safety steps forsummer: Thank you, Glenda, Charlie and David cates





