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Going On Vacation? You Need To Know These Tips

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Fully enjoy your holiday vacation with these home security tips.

The holidays are one of the busiest travel times of the year. No matter if you are headed to visit friends and family, or escaping all of the holiday madness on a tropical beach, leaving your house empty while you are gone can be very dangerous. Keep these holiday home security tips in mind to keep your house protected.

While you are getting ready:

  • Load your luggage in your garage if possible so any potential burglars don’t see that you are leaving. If your garage is not an option, load your luggage into your vehicle as fast as possible.
  • Let your neighbors know that you are leaving and how long you will be gone. Ask them to keep an eye on your house and call the authorities about any suspicious activity.

Make your home look occupied:

  • Install a few timers on lights in your house to go off at different times of the night. You may also want to install a timer on a radio or TV so that your house sounds occupied.
  • Keep your blinds and curtains at their normal positions. If you keep your blinds open, make sure there are not valuables that are visible through your windows.

Don’t be a target for thieves:

  • Do not post on social media how long you will be gone or when you are leaving. Thieves regularly look on social media sites and will know just how much time they have to break into your house.
  • Bring any hidden keys inside or give them to a trusted neighbor to check on your house while you are away.

Having the right homeowners insurance policy will help to keep your home protected while you are away. Contact Cappuccino Insurance Agency in Westlake Village, California for all of your Conejo Valley home insurance needs.

7 Water Conservation Tips

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Learn how you can save water in Westlake Village, CA.

After Governor Jerry Brown’s official announcement of the California drought, it is essential to know how you can converse water and preserve the environment. Each individual can play their part in only using the necessary amount of water, which, in turn, adds up to a significant stock of conserved water. If you are a resident in California, it’s easy to adjust your lifestyle to suit the needs of the environment.

Start following these simple tips at home:

  • Get those leaks fixed. Whether it’s your showerhead or kitchen tap that is dripping, each could waste more than 20 gallons of water per day.
  • Switch out your showerhead. Conservation-friendly faucets will save water while you’re taking a shower.
  • Speaking of showers, opt for a quicker one! Even shortening your shower by two minutes can save 5 gallons of water.
  • Install a multi-flush toilet. This allows you to control how much water you are using.
  • Only wash a full load in the dishwasher.
  • Only wash a full load in the washing machine.
  • Don’t hose down your driveway. Sweep it instead!

Keep your lifestyle environmentally friendly by adapting these simple, easy, water conservation tips. By reducing your use of water, you will aid California in preserving water to battle the drought.

Visit Cappuccino Insurance Agency for the home insurance policy that you need and deserve, all at the right price.

Staying Safe In Your Backyard This Summer

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Backyard Safety Tips

With the summer season officially here, you may find yourself spending more and more time outside. No matter if you are spending time in your own backyard, or having a neighborhood party next door, it is important to make sure that you know how to stay safe while outside. Keep these backyard safety tips in mind to help ensure that you have a fun and safe season.

  • Always supervise your children when they are around the pool, even if they are strong swimmers. If you have smaller children, never let them further away than you can reach. Any children who do not have strong swimming skills should wear the proper safety equipment while in the pool, such as a life jacket.
  • Install a self-locking gate around your pool that is at least 4 feet tall to keep the little ones away from the pool. Do not keep any chairs, tables, or other furniture near the gate to ensure that nobody is able to climb over the fence.
  • While grilling, keep all children and pets at least three feet away from the grill. Create a safety zone with chalk or cones so that children know where they should not go.
  • Keep a fire extinguisher or bucket of water near your grill at all times to put out any small fires. Also, keep a cell phone close by to call for help if the fire gets out of control.
  • If you have a trampoline, limit the amount of children who are allowed on at once to help keep them safe. Children should always be supervised when jumping on the trampoline.

For all of your Conejo Valley insurance coverage needs and to make sure that you are protected from any peril this season, contact the insurance professionals at Cappuccino Insurance Agency in Westlake Village, California.

Prevent a Break-In With These Tips

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The holiday season is fast approaching, which means you may be leaving your house vacant while you are visiting family. Before you pack your bags, it is important to make sure you know how to keep your house safe for the season. Keep these tips in mind to help prevent a break-in at your home.

  • Keep it bright – install a timer on a couple of lights in your home so that they will come on at different times in the evening to keep your home bright.
  • Lock up – before you leave, check to make sure all the doors and windows, even the ones on the second story, throughout your home are locked.
  • Keep your gardener – if you are leaving for an extended period of time, make sure that your gardener keeps up with your landscaping. Nothing says vacant house like overgrown grass and bushes.
  • Stop your mail – ask the post office to hold your mail until you get back, or ask a trusted neighbor to pick it up each day so that it does not pile up.
  • Close the blinds – keep your blinds closed so that burglars cannot see all the valuables in your home. Also, make sure to lock any small valuables, such as jewelry, away in a safe.

Installing a security system in your home is one of the best ways to protect it! Not only will it deter burglars from breaking into your home, but it can also help to lower the cost of your homeowners insurance.

For all of your home insurance needs throughout the Conejo Valley and to ensure that you are protected in case of any unfortunate situation, contact Cappuccino Insurance Agency in Westlake Village, California. We will work with you to ensure that you have the right amount of coverage for your specific situation.

Stay Safe this Halloween with These Tips

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Happy Halloween from Cappuccino Insurance Agency! While celebrating the holiday this year, it is important to make sure that you know how to stay safe. Keep these Halloween safety tips in mind to ensure you have both a fun and safe holiday!

  • When setting up decorations, make sure to keep the walkway of your house clear so that nobody trips and is injured when trick or treating. Also, make sure that there are no other potential hazards, such as hoses or toys.
  • Make sure your pets are safely locked away from trick or treaters and do not jump on or bite anyone that comes to your door.
  • When choosing the right Halloween costume for your child, make sure to choose one that fits properly to avoid tripping and falling. Dress your children in comfortable shoes, since they will be walking long distances.
  • Use face paint instead of a mask to complete you child’s costume because masks can interfere with their ability to see. Make sure to test the face paint on a small area to ensure it does not irritate your child’s skin.
  • If you have older children who are trick or treating with a group of friends, make sure that they stay in neighborhoods they are familiar with, and have a designated times to be home.
  • Only cross the street in crosswalks, and follow all traffic laws. Teach your children to make eye contact with a driver before they cross the street, so they know the driver sees them.
  • Have your child carry a flashlight or glow stick to make them more visible to drivers and to help them see better at night.

Cappuccino Insurance Agency in Westlake Village would like to encourage you and your family to keep these tips in mind, to ensure you stay safe and have fun this holiday.

Be Prepared for an Earthquake with These Tips

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Living in California comes with the danger of experiencing an earthquake. There is no way to tell when an earthquake is going to happen, or just how much damage it will cause. Make sure to keep these earthquake safety tips in mind to ensure that you and your loved ones are prepared for an earthquake.

  • Practice drills. The best way to ensure that everyone in your family knows what to do in case of an earthquake is to practice. It will also help everyone stay calm when there is an earthquake since they will know what to do.
  • Take cover. Make sure to identify a safe place to be during an earthquake in each of the rooms in your home. These could be under a sturdy table on next to an inside wall of the house.
  • Have an emergency kit. Make an emergency kit that you will be able to get to in case of an earthquake. This should include things such as medical supplies, water, and nonperishable food. Also make sure that it contains a list of things to grab in case of an emergency, such as medication, family heirlooms, and contact information for friends and family.
  • Think about your pets. Make sure that your pet also has a special emergency kit that includes medication, the phone number of vets, and a carriers.

The best way to make sure that you home is protected in case of an earthquake is to invest in an earthquake insurance policy. A typical homeowners insurance policy will not provide the right amount of protection needed, so you will be left paying for the damage out of your own pocket.

To ensure that your home and family are protected in case of an earthquake in the Conejo Valley, contact Cappuccino Insurance Agency in Westlake Village, California. We can provide the most comprehensive insurance coverage to ensure that you are protected from any damage.

Make Sure You Buy the Right House with These Tips

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Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you will make in your life, which is why it is important to take your time and make sure that you choose the right house. Keep these tips in mind to ensure that you make the right decision when it comes to buying your new home.

  • Figure out what you need. There are many different housing options out there, from single family homes to a condo. It is important to recognize what will work the best for your family to ensure that everyone is happy and to help narrow down your search. Also make sure to decide on the number of bedrooms and bathrooms you need.
  • Figure out what you need. After you have decided the bare minimum of what you want in your home, decide what you need to help narrow down your search even more. These can be anything from the size of the yard to how much counter space is in the home.
  • Get pre-qualified. Getting pre-qualified for a mortgage is a good way to know the price range of homes that you should look at. It will also help the rest of the home buying process go much smoother once you are pre-qualified.
  • Know how much you can actually afford. Knowing how much a lender will loan you is one thing, but there are many other factors that go into affording a home. Make sure that you consider other costs of owning a home, including insurance, utilities, and even the cost to drive to work.

Most importantly, make sure to invest in the right homeowners insurance policy to ensure that your new home is covered in any unfortunate situation. For all of your homeowners insurance needs throughout the Conejo Valley, contact the insurance experts at Cappuccino Insurance Agency in Westlake Village, California.