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How to Calm Your Pet During a Storm
Hiding under the bed…shaking uncontrollably…pacing, panting, trembling …when your fur baby is frantic during a thunderstorm, it can be stressful for the both of you…. What makes your pet extra anxious during a storm and how can you help them cope? Let’s find out. What...
Protecting Your Car from Spring Storms
From hail to high winds, flooding, and more, spring storms can do some real damage -- and not just to your home and property. These intense storms can also take their toll on your car. Here are some ways you can protect your vehicle from spring storms. Take cover –...
Spring Cleaning Fire Safety Tips
There’s a reason spring cleaning is so popular-the birds are chirping, the sun is shining, and there is a sense of newness in the air! There’s no better time to open up those windows and scrub away all signs of winter. However, spring cleaning isn’t just for dusting...
New Employee Spotlight: Alecia Mathis
We have amazing employees at California Casualty. The New Employee Spotlight is a series aiming to highlight the talented individuals that are brand new to our team. Please help us give them a warm welcome! Today we're spotlighting New Underwriting Assistant, Alecia...
Daylight Savings and Car Crashes
Daylight savings may not only be affecting your sleep routine, research shows that daylight savings also has a connection with a surge in fatal car crashes. During daylight savings time in the spring our clocks “spring forward” one hour, changing the amount of light...
Tornadoes and High Wind: A Threat to Your Home, Vehicle, & Family
There’s a reason why a tornado strikes immediate fear for those in its path. These violent storms can flip cars, uproot trees, and destroy entire properties. Their powerful winds can even lift objects hundreds of feet off the ground and leave complete devastation in...
Spring Driving Safety Tips
Spring brings warmer weather, plenty of sunshine, and new blooms. But it also brings its share of storms, road glare, and other driving hazards. Here’s how you can stay safe when driving this spring. Tip #1: Drive slowly and use caution in the rain. Roads are...
Everything You Need to Do Before Looking for Your Next Car
You’re ready for a new car—or a new used one. But starting your car search at the dealership puts you at a serious disadvantage. Before you start the process to make such a significant purchase, do your due diligence. Here’s what you need to do before you look for...
Quick & Easy Spring DIY Room Makeovers
Have you spent years dreaming about a home makeover? Or find yourself sitting on social media watching others DIY thinking 'why can't I do that?' You CAN! Believe it or not, you don’t have to be a design expert to create a cozy corner, a relaxing vibe, or a stylish...
Lawn Care Calendar
Everyone loves a lush, green lawn. But that thick neighbor-envying grass isn’t just pretty to look at or comfortable to walk on; a well-manicured lawn can boost your home’s curb appeal and even its value. Maintaining your lawn regularly will also help keep weeds and...