fire and flood insurance

Fire and flood insurance are two of the additional ways you can protect your home from disasters. You have some fire and flood coverage with your homeowner's insurance. However, there are certain situations only covered under this policy. For example, flooding coverage only applies to accidental floods, such as leaky appliances or pipes.In the event of a fire, homeowners insurance protects your home and belongings against smoke and fire damage. However, you may need additional fire insurance if you live in an area prone to forest fires, such as . . . [More]

fire and flood insurance

Fire and flood insurance are two of the additional ways you can protect your home from disasters. You have some fire and flood coverage with your homeowner's insurance. However, there are certain situations only covered under this policy. For example, flooding coverage only applies to accidental floods, such as leaky appliances or pipes.In the event of a fire, homeowners insurance protects your home and belongings against smoke and fire damage. However, you may need additional fire insurance if you live in an area prone to forest fires, such as . . . [More]

How expensive is flood insurance

As an insurance company, how expensive is flood insurance? This is one of our clients' many questions, especially if they are new to flood insurance. And the answer always depends on where they live and the type of coverage they require. Those who live in higher-risk areas will pay more for flood insurance than those with low to moderate risk.The other factors that determine the cost are owning vs renting. Property owners need building and content insurance, whereas renters only require content insurance. Where you purchase your flood insurance . . . [More]

How expensive is flood insurance

As an insurance company, how expensive is flood insurance? This is one of our clients' many questions, especially if they are new to flood insurance. And the answer always depends on where they live and the type of coverage they require. Those who live in higher-risk areas will pay more for flood insurance than those with low to moderate risk.The other factors that determine the cost are owning vs renting. Property owners need building and content insurance, whereas renters only require content insurance. Where you purchase your flood insurance . . . [More]

In Memoriam: Betty Domer

CHR recently lost a wonderful friend: our former Chairman of the Board of Directors and longstanding volunteer, Betty Domer.  She will be deeply missed and left a tremendous legacy in Connecticut. Betty’s involvement with CHR spanned more than 20 years, including her service on our Board and more recently, as a member of the Development Committee. Betty volunteered at all of CHR’s Golf & Tennis Outings, 5Ks and the 50th Birthday Gala in 2016. She was always ready to help in any way. CHR was one of the many nonprofits she supported locally . . . [More]

In Memoriam: Betty Domer

CHR recently lost a wonderful friend: our former Chairman of the Board of Directors and longstanding volunteer, Betty Domer.  She will be deeply missed and left a tremendous legacy in Connecticut. Betty’s involvement with CHR spanned more than 20 years, including her service on our Board and more recently, as a member of the Development Committee. Betty volunteered at all of CHR’s Golf & Tennis Outings, 5Ks and the 50th Birthday Gala in 2016. She was always ready to help in any way. CHR was one of the many nonprofits she supported locally . . . [More]

How Long Does it Take to Make a Website

When you're starting to think about getting a website made for you or your business, one of the most important things to consider is the timeline. Depending on how you go about getting your site built the timeline can be very different. If you just need a simple and easy website, then it's possible to set one up quickly using a website building service such as Wix, WordPress, or Squarespace. These services all have simple and elegant templates that look professional and are easy to customize. Using them to build your website can realistically t . . . [More]

How Long Does it Take to Make a Website

When you're starting to think about getting a website made for you or your business, one of the most important things to consider is the timeline. Depending on how you go about getting your site built the timeline can be very different. If you just need a simple and easy website, then it's possible to set one up quickly using a website building service such as Wix, WordPress, or Squarespace. These services all have simple and elegant templates that look professional and are easy to customize. Using them to build your website can realistically t . . . [More]

best flood insurance

Finding the best flood insurance can be stressful; many different insurance companies all offer the same thing. Protection from water damage and those new to flood insurance may go with the first company they find. At Holt Flood Insurance, we want to help you make the right decision when it comes to buying insurance for their property.We can't stress enough the importance of flood insurance or any other insurance for that matter. Property insurance protects your home and valuables from various circumstances. Such as fire damages, break and ente . . . [More]

best flood insurance

Finding the best flood insurance can be stressful; many different insurance companies all offer the same thing. Protection from water damage and those new to flood insurance may go with the first company they find. At Holt Flood Insurance, we want to help you make the right decision when it comes to buying insurance for their property.We can't stress enough the importance of flood insurance or any other insurance for that matter. Property insurance protects your home and valuables from various circumstances. Such as fire damages, break and ente . . . [More]

Best Labeling Practices for Food and Dietary Services

When it comes to food and dietary services, everyone must follow the proper procedures to ensure consumers are getting the right meals suited to their nutritional needs. These practices are especially important in hospitals and long-term care homes. The best way to ensure that they are followed is by practicing proper labeling techniques. Mistakes can lead to dangerous health consequences and are less likely to happen when items are labeled accurately.At Nev's Ink, we carry a wide assortment of food and dietary service labels. These labels are . . . [More]

Best Labeling Practices for Food and Dietary Services

When it comes to food and dietary services, everyone must follow the proper procedures to ensure consumers are getting the right meals suited to their nutritional needs. These practices are especially important in hospitals and long-term care homes. The best way to ensure that they are followed is by practicing proper labeling techniques. Mistakes can lead to dangerous health consequences and are less likely to happen when items are labeled accurately.At Nev's Ink, we carry a wide assortment of food and dietary service labels. These labels are . . . [More]

What Are Direct Thermal Labels?

Direct thermal labels are an economical type of label made with a direct thermal printer. During the direct thermal printing process, a thermal print head is used to heat specific areas of the thermal paper. The paper runs over the thermal print head and turns black where it is heated, producing the desired image, font, text, etc. It is possible to produce two colors with a direct thermal printer. Two-color direct thermal printing can create both red and black images. Heat is applied to the paper at different temperatures, producing the two dif . . . [More]

What Are Direct Thermal Labels?

Direct thermal labels are an economical type of label made with a direct thermal printer. During the direct thermal printing process, a thermal print head is used to heat specific areas of the thermal paper. The paper runs over the thermal print head and turns black where it is heated, producing the desired image, font, text, etc. It is possible to produce two colors with a direct thermal printer. Two-color direct thermal printing can create both red and black images. Heat is applied to the paper at different temperatures, producing the two dif . . . [More]

Labeling and Record Keeping for Your Veterinary Office

Accurate labeling practices and record keeping in the veterinary office is vital to ensure proper care is always being administered. Acceptable written treatment records must be kept by the veterinarian for at least two years (or as otherwise mandated by law), for every animal treated. These records need to document the drugs that were supplied to clients in line with federal and state rules and policies, and AVMA’s Principles of Veterinary Medical Ethics. Records must also include the information set forth under Basic Information for Records . . . [More]

Labeling and Record Keeping for Your Veterinary Office

Accurate labeling practices and record keeping in the veterinary office is vital to ensure proper care is always being administered. Acceptable written treatment records must be kept by the veterinarian for at least two years (or as otherwise mandated by law), for every animal treated. These records need to document the drugs that were supplied to clients in line with federal and state rules and policies, and AVMA’s Principles of Veterinary Medical Ethics. Records must also include the information set forth under Basic Information for Records . . . [More]

The Dangers of Not Having Flood Insurance Coverage

Flooding is one of the most common and devastating natural disasters worldwide. While many homeowners have general insurance policies to protect their property, flood damage is typically not covered under standard homeowners insurance. Without flood insurance, property owners risk facing severe financial and emotional consequences. In this article, we’ll explore the dangers of not having flood insurance coverage and why securing protection is essential for safeguarding your home, belongings, and future.1. High Repair Costs for Flood DamageFlo . . . [More]

The Dangers of Not Having Flood Insurance Coverage

Flooding is one of the most common and devastating natural disasters worldwide. While many homeowners have general insurance policies to protect their property, flood damage is typically not covered under standard homeowners insurance. Without flood insurance, property owners risk facing severe financial and emotional consequences. In this article, we’ll explore the dangers of not having flood insurance coverage and why securing protection is essential for safeguarding your home, belongings, and future.1. High Repair Costs for Flood DamageFlo . . . [More]

Write your flood insurance

Since 1983 you are now able to write your own flood insurance. The Write Your Own Program, or WYO, began as a partnership between private flood insurance companies and FEMA to allow property owners to utilize both policies. The private companies receive an expense allowance for new claims. At the same time, FEMA is responsible for underwriting losses.The NFIP provides low-cost insurance. However, there are some limitations. Policies through the NFIP only cover homes worth less than $250,000. So, if your home is worth more than that, you must go . . . [More]

Write your flood insurance

Since 1983 you are now able to write your own flood insurance. The Write Your Own Program, or WYO, began as a partnership between private flood insurance companies and FEMA to allow property owners to utilize both policies. The private companies receive an expense allowance for new claims. At the same time, FEMA is responsible for underwriting losses.The NFIP provides low-cost insurance. However, there are some limitations. Policies through the NFIP only cover homes worth less than $250,000. So, if your home is worth more than that, you must go . . . [More]