Don't forget these important reminders for March! The drought is still affecting California Spring Forward on 3/13/16 Springtime is here, bringing with it beautiful weather and longer daylight hours. If you've been enjoying the earlier rising sun (or even if you haven't), there are a few things you need to keep in mind. This March, make Read More
March Reminders: Drought & Daylight Saving Time
11March,2016
By Hoffman Brown Insurance | California, daylight saving time, drought, Hoffman Brown Company, insurance, March, rain, save water, Sherman Oaks, spring forward | No Comments
El Niño: The Past, Predictions, & Preparations
2November,2015
By Hoffman Brown Insurance | California, climate change, drainage, drought, El Niño, flood claim, flood insurance, global warming, history, Hoffman Brown Company, home inventory, predictions, prepare, prepare your house, season, Sherman Oaks, tips, weather events, weather stripping | No CommentsWhat you need to know about El Niño's history, what's predicted for this year, and how you can be ready. Four years into our California drought, a little rain sounds like a good thing. We actually might be getting quite a bit more than a little, though! Predictions for the coming El Niño point to an intense winter in California. The climate Read More
Water Conservation & Drought Tips
26August,2015
By Hoffman Brown Insurance | California, drought, drought-resistant landscaping, Hoffman Brown Company, homeowners insurance, rainfull, save water, Sherman Oaks, tips, wash your dishes, water conservation, water your garden, wildfires | No CommentsUse These Tips For Water Conservation During Our Drought If you have even set foot in California in the last couple years, odds are you have heard about our ongoing, extremely serious drought. It has been years since we have had consistent rainfall and it is showing in our reduced water reservoirs and heightened risk for wildfires. To help you do Read More
Wildfire Protection For Your Home
13July,2015
By Hoffman Brown Insurance | California, dangerous, drought, dry brush, ember, fire, firewood piles, flammable materials, Hoffman Brown Company, homeowners, homeowners insurance, peace of mind, property owner mitigation, quality of life, re-roofing, re-siding, Sherman Oaks Homeowners Insurance, wildfire | No CommentsProtecting Your Home Against Wildfires The warming weather bodes well for your beach and pool plans, but it is problematic for our state. As the thermometer goes up, so does our risk of wildfires. The hotter days suck the moisture out of the air. Considering our deep California drought has left much of the state’s vegetation dry and flammable, Read More
