Many home builders are embedding home insurance into their sales process before a home is built. This provides upfront insurance certainty that adds transparency and trust for both buyers and sellers. This “service extra” enhances a builder’s brand, especially when it’s paired with excellent post‑sale service. Working with an experienced insurance agency means your customers…
Tom Kriby, VP of Client Development and Partnerships at Westwood Insurance Agency, discusses how home insurability starts with location. In today’s insurance landscape, location isn’t just a detail. It’s the starting point. Roofing, wall construction, exterior finishes, vents, and landscaping all matter but only when they’re chosen to address the risks of the specific region. Understanding…
For builders, choosing the right insurance agency partner matters—not just at closing, but long after. A trusted insurance agent can become a high-profile extension of the builder’s brand. This Industry Perspective by Zonda outlines four key reasons the nation’s top home builders choose Westwood Insurance Agency to offer home insurance to their buyers. Read…
As the days get shorter and the roads get slicker, even cautious drivers can find themselves in a fender bender. In fact, the U.S. Department of Transportation reports that nearly 12% of all vehicle crashes are weather-related, with a noticeable spike in fall and winter months. If you do find yourself in a minor accident,…
When you purchase homeowners insurance, you expect it to be there for you in case of fire, storm damage, or theft. But like any contract, a home insurance policy comes with conditions, and breaking them could result in a denied claim. Here are some situations that might put your coverage at risk, along with practical…
Clean Your Gutters and Downspouts When leaves and debris clog your gutters, rainwater can overflow and pool near your foundation, raising the risk of basement seepage. Keeping them clear helps ensure rain drains where it should. Inspect and Test Your Sump Pump A working sump pump keeps groundwater at bay. Power outages can render it…
