Safeco Insurance has recognized Wetzel Insurance Agency, Inc, as a Safeco Elite Agent based upon outstanding performance and our commitment to serve customers as a trusted advisor. Fewer than 10% of independent...

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Most people don’t understand every element of their homeowner’s insurance policy. Insurance can be complex and having a good insurance agent is helpful in understanding your policy. This is why you need an agency that...

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Fires are one of the most expensive disasters that can happen to your home. It is something to be avoided at all costs, and you should be especially careful during the holiday season. Christmas lights are magical, but...

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From building materials to furnishings, many of the things in your home likely aren’t as flame-resistant as those from yesteryear. A fire in a modern home is a “perfect storm,” according to safety consulting and...

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Weather related incidents account for over 50% of all homeowners insurance claims filed in the United States. This includes pipes freezing and bursting, roof leaks, ice damage, wind damage, hail, etc. Thankfully here in...

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Halloween is over, and that means Thanksgiving is the next holiday on our radar. This time of year is always special, thanks to spending time with family and lots of wonderful food. Although Thanksgiving is still nearly...

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A large portion of the American population doesn't actually park their cars in the garage. They use their garages for storage. This isn't necessarily a bad thing, but it does mean that you could be missing some coverage...

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Fall is here, which is the favorite season for many people, but after fall comes winter. There are many actions you can take to prepare for colder weather, and prevent some common claims that sometimes hurt your premium....

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Your home protects you from the elements, but heavy rains can weaken that protection. With a little maintenance and a lot of vigilance, it’s not hard to stay safe and dry. Spring rainstorms are a fact of life in many...

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Everyone lives very busy lives, so it can be easy to push things off that need to be done. When it comes to your house, many of those things can benefit the value of your home in the long term. Preventive maintenance...

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Home improvement: It’s a never-ending process for many people, and for those of us who aren’t necessarily handy, it can be a hassle, too. But there are plenty of simple maintenance tasks and other improvements you can...

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Renters insurance... who needs it? You only need insurance for something you own, right? If you are not the owner of the home, why would you need renters insurance? Here is quick sneak peak for why you should have...

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There are many myths and misconceptions out there about what is and isn't true about home insurance. If you own your own home or are thinking about purchasing one, you need to learn all the facts to make sure that you...

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Saving money is usually a good thing, and most of us try to save money at every possible turn. A big problem with this when it comes to insurance is that people try to save by reducing their coverage or dropping...

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Security: Having a security system in your home can mean discounts on home insurance as well as giving you added peace of mind. Simply having deadbolt locks on your doors will lower your rates as well. Keep in mind that...

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The state of our economy in years past has not been very promising for homeowners. Many people have taken a hard look at their homeowners insurance bill and wondered if they could manage without it. While this is a...

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There are couple different ways to buy insurance products: directly from the insurance companies themselves and through an independent insurance company that offers products from those companies. While "cutting out the...

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Every homeowner insurance policy has different coverage. When choosing one of these policies, be sure to check into what is covered and what is not. The difference between an open perils policy and named perils policy...

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There are different reasons why homeowners purchase a home. Sometimes they might want to raise a family; other times they purchase the home planning to rent it out to others or use it as a vacation home. Whatever reason...

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When there is damage done to a home through a fire or other disaster, many homeowners do not know what they need to do to file a claim. Here are the five steps to need to take when filing for your home insurance claim: ...

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Everything in your home that is not nailed down is called "personal property." These things are a part of Personal Property Coverage (Coverage C) on your homeowners, condo, or renters policy. If there were to be a fire,...

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Fires occur more often than we would like them to. In 2014, there were 494,000 structure fires, causing 2,860 civilian deaths, 13,425 civilian injuries, and $9.8 billion in property damage. It was estimated that one...

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It happens. A rough storm knocked a tree limb into your home, your house catches on fire, or a burglar breaks into your house stealing some of your valuables. This is why it is good to have a homeowner's insurance...

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Insects are not a very popular creature in the animal kingdom. One of the least favorite of these for house owners are termites. These little villains can cause tremendous damage to homes, eating tunnels throughout...

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Ah spring, the season of love. Unfortunately, that is not the only thing that comes with the spring season. Spring is also one of the most common times to see flooding. Flooding can cause large amounts of damages to...

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A second home is often used for vacationing or getting away from the everyday life. They are used to make us feel relaxed and stress-free. This is why having home insurance on your second or seasonal house is necessary....

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The holidays can be a great time to get out of town to visit family you rarely get to see, hit the slopes or flee to the beach. Regardless of how you spend your time away, you need to ensure your house stays safe while...

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If you're like most people, there are certain items you own that you can't imagine ever losing - possessions you deeply cherish or those that would be impossible to replace due to the cost of re-purchasing them or...

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One of the most disheartening experiences is to find flooding or extreme water damage to your treasured home. At Wetzel Insurance, we know you want to protect what's important. That's why we're offering these tips to...

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Everyone wants to keep their home safe from burglars or intruders, but not everyone wants to have an alarm system installed. There are plenty of people who prefer the do-it-yourself route, whether it's home improvement...

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Carbon monoxide is an odorless, colorless, invisible gas that results when certain fuels do not burn completely. And it can be deadly. That's why it's important to know how to prevent it, detect it, and protect yourself...

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Finally, we're welcoming fall, that eagerly anticipated season when we get to enjoy cooler temps, colorful leaves and, of course, football season in Indiana. Football brings with it a whole host of seasonal activities...

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You've probably heard this horror story before - someone loses a home due to a flood and learns after the fact that standard homeowners insurance doesn't cover flood damage. At Wetzel Insurance we want you to be...

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Why should I have a home inventory? - Your furniture and appliances, clothing, sports or hobby equipment, and electronic goods are all regarded as personal property. Like many people in Indiana, you may own much more...

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