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Protecting Your Property – Winter Storm Edition
Winter Storms are dangerous and can catch property owners off guard, turning into a claims nightmare. These storms move in swift and if a property owner is not vigilant; cold temperatures, ice, and snow can cause major damage to your home or property. Being proactive...
Calm Before the Storm: Hurricane Preparedness
It’s no secret that Atlantic Hurricane Season is in full swing and when a storm takes eyes on your property is not a question of if, but when. The Atlantic Hurricane season runs through June 1 st through November 30 th , which would place us in the peak timeframe for...
Importance of Immediate Claims Reporting
THIS is the perfect example of why we tell insureds to report claims, no matter how insignificant they seem when they happen. True story: A mechanic scraped his hand on metal under a car he was working on, but he didn't tell his employer. The mechanic wrapped his hand...
Attention Virginia Tow Truck Professionals
As all Virginia Towing Professionals already know, they are required by Virginia law to have a Driver Authorization Document in their possession at all times while towing for hire anywhere in the Commonwealth of Virginia. This law has been on the books for several...
Browder’s Towing Groundbreaking Ceremony
The history of Browder’s Towing & Service Center dates back to 1975. Jerry Browder, proud owner, worked as a mechanic for a local repair operation in the early 70's called Nunnally Auto Repair & Sales located in Petersburg, VA. Jerry always encompassed the...
Distracted Driving: A Growing Epidemic
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month. The National Center for Statistics and Analysis states: “each day in the US, approximately 9 people are killed and more than 1,000 injured in crashes that are reported to involve a distracted driver.” The National Highway...
Flood Insurance – Do You Really Need It?
“I really don’t need flood insurance, I have homeowners insurance and besides, I don’t live in a flood zone!” Between car insurance, and homeowners insurance, we all spend a lot of money on insurance. We never want to purchase any more insurance than we...
ATRI Myrtle Beach Tow Show 2017
On May 19-20, the American Towing and Recovery Institute (ATRI) hosted the 2nd Annual Tow Show at the Crown Reef Resort in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. This tow show is designed to bring in towers and their families from the Mid-Atlantic region. As the show drew...
