WE ARE OPEN FOR BUSINESS IN BANGOR, MAINE!

As a leading independent insurance agency in the state of Maine, we are proud to announce the opening of our new office located at 1045 Broadway!  We are excited and ready to serve our friends in the Bangor community!  You're invited to attend the GRAND OPENING on January 6, 2012 at 10:00 a.m.  Click this link to read the press release:  United Insurance Opens Office in Bangor, Maine.

Roof Snow Loads

How much snow is too much for my roof? When do I need to make plans to have it removed? If you're asking yourself these now, you're behind the curve already. To help you catch up, Peerless Insurance® has developed a new 6-Minute Safety Short on Roof Snow Loading . This short presentation covers the challenges with snow loading on various types of roofs as well as a guide for when to remove different types of snow based on your roof design.                         

Slip Sliding Away...

No, that's not just a line from a popular song, it could be your employees, customers and you!  With the fall rains and winter snow/ice on its way, don't be caught unprepared; you don't want to watch your insurance dollars "slip sliding away."

Slips and falls, both interior and exterior, are a leading cause of both employee and public injury; either at work or those patronizing a business.  Injuries range from minor bruises, to major sprains/strains and debilitating injuries.  That means costs range from hundreds to tens of thousands of dollars; not to mention loss of key employees, food customers, potential sales and PROFITS.  Full article appears in the link below.

Slip Fall Article

Walkway Safety Evaluation Checklist

Wall of Heroes

United Insurance is a proud sponsor of the Wall of Heroes on display at DiMillo's Floating Restaurant in Portland.  View the FOX News item here:  Wall of Heroes

Health Care Reform

Click here for Questions and Answers about Maine's 2011 Healthcare Reform Law.  Provided by the Maine Bureau of Insurance (current as of September 14, 2011).

Hurricane Action Plan

The National Weather Bureau reports that Hurricane Irene could impact a large section of the east coast.  Impending heavy winds and rain require action to protect from severe damage to property and to people.  Please click this link:  Hurricane Action Plan from Peerless Insurance.

Is It Time to Consider Earthquake Coverage?

Earthquakes and California go together. Or at least that’s what most of the country thought until Tuesday’s East Coast earthquake centered in Virginia.

Reports of the earth moving were widespread, coming from New York, Massachusetts, Vermont, and Georgia. Even a few came from as far away as Chicago.

Although no news of significant damage emerged, such a widespread impact raises questions about preparedness and insurance coverage. That’s  because earthquake damage is not covered under standard homeowners or business insurance policies.

Click this link to read more:  Earthquake Insurance

Get Covered

Workers' compensation can be a burden for small businesses. Take steps to reduce costs and risks.

In almost every state, employers must provide insurance to cover expenses for employees' work-related injuries.  Workers' compensation costs are a headache for many small business, but they don't have to be.

Click here to read about strategies you can use to protect your business with insurance and to reduce costs.

Why Should You Choose an Independent Insurance Agent?