Memorial Day weekend is finally here! Whether you are packing up the Subaru for a camping trip near Bend, heading out to Bandon or just firing up the backyard grill right here at home, this weekend marks the official kickoff to an Oregon summer.
To keep your long weekend safe, the team at Hometown Insurance Center put together this quick checklist for our Oregon community.
1. The 10-Foot Grill Rule
Before you drop those burgers or local salmon on the grates, make sure your grill is at least 10 feet away from your house, siding, and deck railings.
The Insurance Truth: Backyard flare-ups happen fast. Keeping your grill out in the open ensures a rogue flame doesn't turn into an unexpected homeowners insurance claim.
2. Guard the Backyard Gathering
Whether it’s a game of cornhole on the lawn or a slip on a damp deck, accidents happen when friends gather.
The Insurance Truth: Double-check that your home or renters insurance includes solid Liability Coverage. It’s the invisible safety net that protects your financial well-being if a guest takes an accidental tumble on your property.
3. Conquering the Holiday Traffic
Heading over the Cascades or navigating the I-5 corridor this weekend? You won't be alone.
The Insurance Truth: Before you hit the road, make sure your digital auto insurance cards are downloaded and your roadside assistance is active. With unpredictable spring weather and heavy holiday traffic, patience (and a good insurance policy) is your best bumper sticker.
Honoring Our Heroes Amid the weekend road trips and barbecues, all of us at Hometown Insurance Center want to take a solemn moment to honor the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. We are profoundly grateful for their bravery.
Have a safe, happy, and uniquely Oregonian Memorial Day!
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