--- title: Wickline Insurance Blog Posts from 2018 description: Blog posts published by Wickline Insurance in 2018 --- # ARTICLES FROM 2018 * * * [**I’m Considered a High Risk Driver – What Can I do to Change That?** — If you’re searching for a new auto insurance policy and the company or agent tells you you’re “high risk” what exactly does that mean and what can you do to improve that? — While there is no real definition of what a high risk driver is, high risk drivers typically fall into one of the following… — Sep 12, 2018](/blog/2018/i-m-considered-a-high-risk-driver-what-can-i-do-to-change-that) [**Let's Keep Our Lawns and Ourselves Safe** — For many of our neighbors, summer means more than sunshine and vacations. It also means working in the yard – often with tools that can be dangerous if not used properly. — Each year about 400,000 people are treated for injuries from lawn and garden tools, according to the U.S. Consumer Product… — Sep 7, 2018](/blog/2018/let-s-keep-our-lawns-and-ourselves-safe) [**A Rodent Made a Nest In My Car and Caused Damage – Is it Covered?** — As cooler weather approaches at night or you park your car outside during the winter months, chances are that sooner or later a rodent will find its way inside of your warm vehicle. Rodents like rats, mice and even squirrels can make their way up inside of your engine compartment to stay warm.… — Aug 20, 2018](/blog/2018/a-rodent-made-a-nest-in-my-car-and-caused-damage-is-it-covered) [**Rental Car Insurance, Do I Need It?** — When you are on vacation renting a car, you will most likely be asked if you want to purchase insurance for the car. Sometimes purchasing that insurance policy is needed, but other times you may already be covered with your own auto insurance policy. Some individuals even have insurance benefits… — Aug 7, 2018](/blog/2018/rental-car-insurance-do-i-need-it) [**6 Tips for Getting to Work on Two Wheels** — Did you know that hundreds of thousands of people in the United States commute to work by bicycle, according to the U.S. Census Bureau? That’s a lot of cars off the road each day, a lot of gasoline saved and a _ton_ of calories burned. — Maybe you’re a bicycle commuter already — or maybe you want to… — Aug 3, 2018](/blog/2018/6-tips-for-getting-to-work-on-two-wheels) [**15 Items to Pack On Your Road Trip** — Summer time is a great time to go on a road trip! Whether you are exploring a National Park, traveling through a state or going across the country, being on the road is memorable. Road trips are fun, but you want to be sure you are prepared for any unfortunate bumps in the road that can occur. It… — Jul 26, 2018](/blog/2018/15-items-to-pack-on-your-road-trip) [**6 Benefits of Working with a Local Insurance Agency** — A local insurance agent listens to your needs then finds a customized insurance policy that fits those needs. When looking for insurance, consider your local, independent insurance agents in Beckley, WV. We do more than just provide you with a great insurance policy. Because we live in a “need it… — Jul 10, 2018](/blog/2018/6-benefits-of-working-with-a-local-insurance-agency) [**Essential Safety Tips for Nighttime Boating** — If you own a boat (or better yet, as the joke goes, you know someone who does), you've probably thought about spending some evenings on the water – especially in the summertime. — It's a great thought, of course. But, when you're boating after dark in West Virginia, you need to think about staying… — Jul 5, 2018](/blog/2018/essential-safety-tips-for-nighttime-boating) [**Swimming Pool Liability** — Having a swimming pool on your property is a luxury and takes a lot of maintenance, but oh is it worth it on a hot summer day! If you have kids, the swimming pool seems to be their favorite hangout place with their friends. While owning a swimming pool can be a fun experience if you’re willing to… — Jun 28, 2018](/blog/2018/swimming-pool-liability) [**6 Ways to Prep Your Camper Trailer for Summer Use** — With summer around the corner, avid campers are ready to get out and enjoy what nature has to offer. If you own a camper or trailer, it’s time to complete a quick tune up to ensure your vehicle is ready for summer use. While some people may pay to service their camper every year, it’s definitely… — Jun 21, 2018](/blog/2018/6-ways-to-prep-your-camper-trailer-for-summer-use) * * * - [1](/blog/2018.md) - [2](/blog/2018.md/page-2) - [3](/blog/2018.md/page-3) - [4](/blog/2018.md/page-4) **Start your quote online or contact our office to find out how we can help you find a policy that fits your needs.** [Start Your Quote](/quotes) ```json {"@context":"http://schema.org","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"item":{"@id":"/blog","name":"Blog"}}]} ```