The most effective way to control the growth of mold is to prevent moisture from entering an indoor environment. When moisture is present – through a leak, spill or flood – it should be removed quickly and all affected materials completely dried as soon as possible....
If your company stores data and information digitally, you should have a cyber risk management program that addresses prevention, disclosure, crisis management and insurance coverage in the event of a data breach. Good cyber risk management requires the planning and...
Removing built-up snow should be a top priority during the winter here in New Hampshire, as snow loads can jeopardize the structural integrity of your roof. If not properly cleared after a storm, large accumulations of heavy, wet snow can cause your roof to buckle or...
In the following post, John Longo of OnSite Support Services discusses CryptoLocker, a new virus in the wild, and the steps you can take to protect your data against it. CryptoLocker is a particularly nasty piece of malware that can effectively destroy files on...
In this month’s post in our “Meet Our NH Insurance Agents” blog series, meet Liz Demers, a personal lines customer service representative at our Nashua office, who joined our agency in 2012.
Cold weather puts added stress on people and structures. We want to stay warm and avoid frostbite and conversely buildings want to stay warm and avoid frozen pipes. Why do pipes burst? Water has a unique characteristic that is responsible for all the fuss. When...
The U. S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has designated January as National Radon Action Month. Radon is an odorless, colorless, tasteless, and radioactive noble gas; it’s also everywhere around us. Although radon is emitted harmlessly in small concentrations...
Workers exposed to extremely cold conditions are at risk of serious health problems, including hypothermia, frostbite, dehydration and muscle injuries. Frigid temperatures can also cause additional pain for those who suffer from arthritis and rheumatism. To prevent...
Our “Meet Our NH Insurance Agents” blog series introduces you to the agents, one at a time, who serve you here at Eaton & Berube. Get to know your agent a little better, from both a professional and personal perspective. In our 17th blog post, meet Dennis Parker,...
Snow days were a highlight of winter when many of us were children, but now winter weather presents a host of difficulties for employers. There are safety concerns, OSHA regulations to comply with, potential liability risks, attendance confusion and pay-related issues...
Millions of Americans will do some traveling this holiday season - the majority of it by car. Of course, winter weather creates a unique set of challenges on the roadways, whether you’re simply driving around town or headed on a road trip. It’s important to not only...
This blog series introduces you to the employees, one at a time, who serve you here at Eaton & Berube. Get to know our team members a little better, from both a professional and personal perspective. In our 17th blog post, meet Gwen Storey, the receptionist at our...