Protecting Your Winery and Vineyard
Not insuring your winery business is as sour as your competitor’s wine. From the grapes that give that unique flavor to your wine, all the way down to your glasses that contain every molecule until it hits your customers’ tongues, protecting your winery is important. Blending the appropriate combinations of insurance to best fit the […]
Read MorePut An Insurance Policy On It
For the sake of your love—and life—insure her ring! It may not sound romantic to put an insurance policy on an engagement ring, but it could end up saving your life. We’re not entirely sure if it’s metaphorical or literal, but women love their diamonds. Fellas, let’s say she drops her ring in a sewer […]
Read MoreHome Business Insurance Elmira, NY
Don’t leave your home-business in limbo when it comes to being insured. Many believe that homeowners insurance is enough if they find that they have their business located inside of their home. And depending on the size of your business, they may or may not be correct. If you have over $2,500 in equipment your […]
Read MoreHow To: Protect Your Vacant Home
Taking steps to prepare your home will keep it protected while vacant. The freezing, New York winter is the best time to head to a warm, sandy beach for an extended vacation. If you are planning for your warm getaway, you will need to take the time to ensure your home stays safe while you […]
Read MoreThis Guide Will Make Car Shopping Easy!
Car shopping doesn’t have to be difficult with this easy guide. If it is time for you to buy a new car, you may be having mixed feelings. While getting to enjoy a brand new car can be exciting, making sure you choose the right vehicle for your needs can be very stressful. Use this […]
Read MoreWhat You Need to Know About Dog Bite Liability
Not all home insurance policies will provide coverage for dog bite liability. If you got a new dog during the holidays, you are probably caught up in making sure your new pooch is potty trained and has all they need to feel loved. Before you start inviting all of your friends and family over to […]
Read MoreHave You Renewed Your Insurance Policies Yet?
Reviewing and renewing your insurance policies at the beginning of the year has many benefits. Do you know what your insurance policies are really covering? If you are like most people, you haven’t really given your policies a second look since you bought them. Taking the time to look at all of your policies early […]
Read MoreDo You Need Snowmobile Insurance this Winter?
Why you should think about getting snowmobile insurance before hitting the snow. As the weather continues to cool off across New York, your fun might just be heating up! Specifically, if you own a snowmobile you’re probably getting antsy for another layer of fresh powder to plow through. Before you hit the snow, though, make […]
Read MoreHave You Thought About Insuring Holiday Gifts?
Make sure the holiday gifts you receive are protected with insurance! With the holiday season in full swing, you’re likely bringing gifts home. As you make space for them in your house, it’s important that you think about protecting your new items. Here’s what you need to know about insuring holiday gifts. When you receive […]
Read MoreHome Safety During the Holidays
Keep your home, your family, and your gifts protected with these safety tips. While it may be the most wonderful time of the year, it’s also one of the riskiest! The number of home fires heat up (get it?) during this time of year and the holiday season is like, well, Christmas to thieves. Help […]
Read MoreGet Free Hockey Tickets through Our Giveaway!
Be a part of our giveaway to score free Elmira Jackals tickets! At Perry & Carroll, we’re big Elmira Jackals fans! We know that a lot of you are too, so we want to give you the chance to catch one of their games this season – for free!! That’s right, we’re giving away tickets. Even better, […]
Read MoreHealth Insurance Deadlines You Need to Know
Mark your calendar for these health insurance deadlines. It’s not just the holiday season, it’s also health insurance season. Right now, we’re in open enrollment. That means that you can currently buy the health insurance coverage you need for 2016 – but you won’t be able to do so for long! Make sure you’re protected […]
Read More5 Wiring Hazards That Can Damage Your Property
Keeping your house and home safe! Electric power is one of the greatest inventions that supply us with light, entertainment, and a wealth of opportunities. This is all realized and appreciated when power outages and blackouts happen and we are left in the dark. Literally. If not properly handles, electrical power poses a threat to […]
Read MoreShopping Small on Small Business Saturday!
Get started on your holiday shopping on November 28th, 2015! For five years now, American Express among other partners, have promoted Small Business Saturday across the nation in order to emphasize the importance of smaller, local businesses. This is a day for businesses and customers to engage and find ways to help each other. Local […]
Read MoreHosting Thanksgiving? Know Your Risks!
Protect your home on one of the nation’s favorite holidays! Now that Thanksgiving is rapidly approaching, as a host, you may be preparing the home for friends and family. This is truly a time for spending time with loved ones, giving thanks, and enjoying a delicious, homemade meal! So that your home stays well protected, […]
Read MoreDoes Your Drone Need Insurance?
With rise of drones flying around, the number of claims, legal issues, and cases have been on the increase. The small unmanned aircraft vehicle (UAV) industry has blown up in the commercial and personal market. From surveying land, to finding missing people, to filming content, drones have shown that they are diverse, affordable, and beneficial […]
Read MoreOur Treat: Trick-Free Halloween Safety Tips
Enjoy a happy and healthy Halloween with these safety tips! Halloween’s just around the corner. Your kids are probably pretty excited about donning their costumes and gathering up candy, as well they should be! As a parent, you want to make sure your kids can enjoy the holiday and you can do just that with […]
Read MoreFall Maintenance Checklist For Your Home
Home maintenance checklist to do when the time changes this fall. On November 1st, it’s time to “fall back” because daylight saving time ends at 2:00 a.m. When you change the clocks, it’s the perfect time to tackle those twice-yearly home maintenance to-dos. By getting in the habit of doing them when the time changes, […]
Read MoreOpen Enrollment Deadlines You Need To Know This Fall
Mark these open enrollment deadlines on your calendar today! Fall is officially here, bringing a crispness to the air, pumpkin-flavored everything to our coffee shops and grocery stores, and the chance to get the healthcare you need. That’s right, we’re about to enter another open enrollment period! So you don’t miss your chance to get […]
Read MoreVictory At The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of NY, Inc. Golf Tournament
Perry & Carroll Plays To Win At The IIABNY Golf Tournament! The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of NY, Inc. (IIABNY) recently held their biggest annual fundraiser, the IIABNY Golf Tournament. Each year, they host this standout local event to raise money for individuals in our area who are in need. The event was held […]
Read More10 Tips for Preparing Your Home for Fall
Follow these home maintenance tips to keep your house protected during the cooler months. Now that the fall season is rapidly approaching, it is time to prepare your home for the colder days and winter weather. While New York often predicts severe weather during the later months of the year, it is important to be […]
Read MoreFlood Insurance Basics
With recent storms in New York, it may be time to consider flood insurance. Everyone should know what coverage you get with a flood insurance policy, as it is a separate policy to homeowners insurance. Below, we have given a rundown of what flood insurance is and what it can cover! Coverage As with any other […]
Read MoreWhat Is Special Event Insurance?
Hosting an event? Be sure to receive quality private event insurance! If you are hosting a business dinner, meeting, corporate private party, fundraising dinner, or a non-profit function, you will want to ensure that your business or organization is protected if it is held liable for property damage or bodily injury. Luckily, there is Special […]
Read MoreBack to School Safety Tips
Start off the new school year right with enforcing good precautions. With your kids back in school, it is an important time of year to protect and prevent any injuries and illnesses! You can start by preparing your child for the new school year by following these safety tips: Use Extra Caution Around Schools Drive […]
Read MoreWinterizing Your Summer Vacation Home
How to get your summer home ready for the winter season. Where did the summer go? Suddenly, it’s already the end of August and we’re all getting ready to start the colder parts of the year. That likely has you ready to lock up your summer cabin, villa, or other type of home, but […]
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