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Fire can spread rapidly through your home, leaving you as little as one or two minutes to escape safely once the smoke alarm sounds. Your ability to get out of your home during a fire depends on advance warning from smoke alarms and advance planning. Why do you need a home escape plan? In the event of … Read more
Life insurance is part of a responsible financial plan. There are a handful of situations where you may need life insurance more than you thought. It’s important to us that you and your family feel prepared during these milestones so we’ve compiled the following list of critical times in life that you need life insurance … Read more
The dog days of summer are here in Upstate NY. Escaping the heat can seem impossible some days, especially if you don’t have an air conditioner! Try some of these easy hacks to beat the heat and stay cool! Chill your beverages in a hurry by running a paper towel under cold water, wrapping it … Read more
In the wake of the pandemic, many Americans took advantage of low interest rates (and the money they normally spent on entertainment and travel) and made some significant investments into their homes. By The Numbers: A recent survey by porch.com revealed that three out of four surveyed homeowners had completed “a major project since the … Read more
If you own a home, then chances are at some point you will need to hire someone to do repair work on your home. At Jankowski Agency, Inc., we know that hiring a contractor or handyman to perform work on your home often comes with risks. Below are nine things for you to consider before … Read more
We’ve had some extremely cold weather lately in Broadalbin and Fulton County, NY. An extended cold snap with extreme cold temperatures can chill you to the bone. And as the thermometer outside continues to drop, it’s not just important to stay warm – you need to stay safe, too. So, follow these tips to ensure … Read more
Holiday travel is back on the planner! After a year of isolated or socially distanced festivities, we anticipate more people taking to the road and skies this holiday season. But wintry weather and extensive travel time can lead to safety hazards. Here are seven holiday travel safety tips to know before you hit the road. 1. … Read more
Thanksgiving is a time to gather around the dinner table in the company of family and friends and be thankful for all that you have. Thanksgiving is also the peak day for home cooking fires, with unattended cooking as the leading contributing factor. Keep your holiday full of laughter and fun by following these safety … Read more
With warmer weather, it’s time to GRILL! There are risks that come along with grilling, regardless of which type of grill you are using. Every year, 7,000 Americans are injured2 and 8,800 homes catch fire4 as a result of using barbecue grills. It’s usually a case of good products used incorrectly. You can prevent grilling accidents … Read more
We should all have at least one fire extinguisher somewhere in our home, even if it’s not required by your home insurance. But, keeping one under the kitchen sink isn’t enough. If there is a fire, your safety—and the safety of your home—depends on knowing how to use a fire extinguisher. We strongly urge you … Read more