January 3, 2023
AgencyVacation Home Insurance
4 Things to Consider When Insuring a Second Home Everyone loves vacation. But, vacationing in your own seasonal home? Even better. However, there’s a lot to consider when it comes to protecting your investment in a vacation home, and you definitely want to protect it. We here at The Miller Insurance Agency can help by […]
December 21, 2022
AgencyWhat to do if you have an insurance claim
When possible, call us or your insurance advisor FIRST to discuss your claim. Q. I’ve been in an accident – what now? A. If possible, start by reporting your claim to US your insurance agent. If not, please call your insurance company. We will need to know: When the accident occurred Where the accident occurred (be […]
December 5, 2022
AgencyIce dam prevention – winter
5 Tips to Combat Ice Dams This winter in Washington State, an ice dam may just be your roof’s worst enemy. What is an ice dam? As snow melts and refreezes along the edge of your roof, the accumulation of ice essentially forms a dam, preventing water from running off as it normally would. In […]
November 29, 2022
AgencyDo You Need Rental Car Insurance?
Maybe you’ve been here before. You’ve just come off the plane, picked up your baggage and gone to the rental car counter. You’re tired from the flight, about to begin an ambitious vacation or a challenging business project. And, this is the point at which you’re asked, “Do you want insurance with that?” Most travelers, […]
November 17, 2022
AgencyFrozen Pipes
Don’t Let the Cold Get to Your Pipes This Winter It’s hard to think of a worse start to a winter day in Western Washington than turning on the faucet and … nothing. Maybe there’s a trickle of water, but it’s clear you have a frozen pipe. So, what now? Here are some smart tips to […]
November 9, 2022
AgencyAuto Insurance Claims Impact on Your Insurance
All claims no matter how large or small have the potential to impact your insurance rates. This is specifically true for youth/teen/inexperienced drivers should they have a claim against them. So… Parents, neighbors, and friends, if your teen is involved in a minor fender bender in the High School parking lot or while driving to […]
November 1, 2022
AgencyCar Accidents in Winter
How to Stay Safe After a Winter Car Accident The days are short. The air is cold. And, roads are often slick with rain, snow or ice. It’s winter driving season in the Everett Washington and the Pacific Northwest. And, while most people know what to do to try to avoid an accident, many don’t […]
October 24, 2022
AgencyBenefits of commercial general liability insurance
Carrying commercial general liability insurance (CGL) – also called general liability (GL) – can bring value to your small business beyond just liability protection. A CGL policy signifies a level of legitimacy for your business that can lessen some of the concerns your potential business associates might have. It can mean the difference between getting a job […]
October 11, 2022
AgencyWhen Does Home Insurance Cover Mold?
Discovering a patch of mold on a bathroom wall or beneath a kitchen cabinet can be distressing for many reasons. Although your first inclination may be to call a professional in to remove it or do the job yourself, you should check your homeowners insurance coverage first to see if mold damage is included. Depending […]
September 28, 2022
AgencyTHE RISING COST (AND WAIT TIMES) OF AUTO CLAIMS
If you’ve had to make an auto claim recently, you may have noticed your car took longer than anticipated to fix. Maybe you struggled through impatience as you were told multiple times that, unfortunately, your car is still not ready. However, if it’s any consolation, it’s not just you! In fact, we now know that […]