Firewood 101: What You Need to Know
Posted: February 9, 2024
If you’re a fan of old-fashioned fireside comfort, firewood may be an important part of your home heating experience. However, firewood selection isn’t as “cut and dried” as it may seem, and care should be taken when selecting and handling the wood you burn in your home. The quality and safety of your fireside experience depends not only on the kind of wood you use,...
Seven Musts for Hosting a Viewing Party
Posted: February 5, 2024
Arrange the tray tables, fluff your sofa cushions, and bust out the guacamole: it’s viewing party season!Whether it’s tense playoff showdowns, glitzy award ceremonies or gripping episodes of everyone’s favorite nail-biter series, it’s always fun to host a viewing party with family and friends. Move over, binge watching. This time of year, it’s all about those don’t-miss live broadcasts on TV.Football fans have the big...
Navigate Winter Roads with Peace of Mind
Posted: February 2, 2024
Winter brings picturesque blankets of snow – along with treacherous driving conditions. Icy, snow-covered roads pose a significant threat to drivers and their passengers, increasing the risk of accidents and vehicle damage. Falling ice, hail, and heavy snow can wreak havoc on your car, leading to unexpected expenses. Car Insurance: Your Winter Shield In the face of winter's challenges, having comprehensive car insurance is critical....
A Glimpse at ERIE’s Affinity Networks
Posted: January 31, 2024
At Erie Insurance, one way that we deliver on our promise to be a great place to work is to promote and celebrate diversity. Our affinity networks are voluntary, employee-led organizations formed by employees when they express a desire to start them. The networks are supported, funded and endorsed by ERIE and have a sponsor from ERIE leadership who is actively engaged in the network. Our...
The Homeowner's Guide to Chimney Inspections
Posted: January 29, 2024
The fireplace often serves as a warm and inviting place for families to gather. However according to the National Fire Protection Association, between 2016 and 2020, fireplaces and chimneys were responsible for seven percent of residential fires in the United States. Despite accounting for only seven percent, chimney fires were responsible for more than $200 million in property damage.Figures like these underscore the need for...