Steers Insurance Blog

Having an online presence is important for many small businesses to do to stay current and be successful. One issue with being online is the risk of cyber threats. Do you have a small business and are worried about threats while online? Here are nine tips to have on hand to protect your business.

Driving a vehicle demands your full attention. And while you may think that driving while quickly checking a text message or changing the radio station means you are still focused on the road, the truth is – you don’t. Taking your eyes off the road for just two seconds doubles your chance of an accident. One moment of inattention can lead to serious injuries or death. 

Did you know October is Cyber Security Awareness Month?

Choosing a good home builder to build your custom home may seem easy -especially if one of their model homes or designs has fantastic curb appeal. Planning a custom home build is exciting, but it's important to do your research and find a trustworthy home builder with a reputation for building quality homes that adhere to all building codes.

Preparing your cottage or seasonal property for winter often requires physical maintenance such as draining and shutting down your water systems to prevent frozen or burst pipes. It may also involve reviewing your electrical systems and turning off electricity and heat at your cottage. As well as inspecting your roof and windows to make sure that there won't be any water leaks throughout the winter months. This is in addition to making sure your property is also secure against break and enters.

Business insurance protects against potential risks and/or losses businesses can experience so they do not have to cover it themselves out-of-pocket.

Fall has arrived and with it the onslaught of leaves, pinecones, mud and other debris threatening to fill up gutters and downspouts, which will inevitably affect how well rainwater moves around buildings.

On a construction site or work site, there are a lot of moving parts, including all of the contractors, subcontractors, and tradespeople that are essential to any project. No matter what kind of trade you work in, you are critical to getting the job done. But you are also responsible if something goes wrong. Risks, exposures, and liabilities for contractors have changed over the years and could leave you unprotected if something goes wrong. Read on to find out what is essential when keeping people and workplaces safe where fire protection and hot work are concerned.