INSURANCE BLOG

Congratulations, you’ve purchased a condo!! Home ownership with little or no yard work. You can remodel your kitchen, paint the walls and enjoy your new space. During the purchasing process your agent probably told you that the homeowner’s associate insures the building, the walls and the physical…

Carbon monoxide is an odorless, colorless, invisible gas that results when certain fuels do not burn completely. And it can be deadly. That's why it's important to know how to prevent it, detect it, and protect yourself and your family from its effects. — In the home, carbon monoxide is most…

The holiday season is here - time to eat good food and join together with loved ones. For many who have families far away, this is also is the time to pack up and get out of West Virginia. — If you are gearing up to travel and have pets at home, you're probably considering their holiday options,…

As winter approaches you start to prep your home and vehicles for inclement weather. You clean gutters, fix drafty areas and make sure that your emergency kit is stocked. You also store your summer toys. RVs, motorcycles and boats need to be prepped for winter too, just to make sure that they are…

Wondering what to do when you have an auto accident in Beckley, WV? — In the moments after an auto accident there are a million things that will run through your head. Checking yourself and other passengers for injuries is probably the first thing you do followed by visually assessing the damage to…

Finally, we're welcoming fall, that eagerly anticipated season when we get to enjoy cooler temps, colorful leaves and, of course, football season in West Virginia. — Football brings with it a whole host of seasonal activities around Beckley for football fans, from game-day tailgates and sports bar…

Fall is a wonderful time to be outside on your bike, thanks to the crisp, cool weather and changing colors of the landscape. Staying safe on the road in autumn requires some special precautions, however. Because we at Wickline Insurance want you to be around to enjoy the beauty of the open road,…

You’ve probably heard this horror story before – someone loses a home due to a flood and learns after the fact that standard homeowners insurance doesn’t cover flood damage. — At Wickline Insurance we want you to be educated about all of the risks you may face in West Virginia – before a loss…

For most of us, the Fourth of July is a time to enjoy the company of family and friends, having fun and creating memories – whether at home or away — But for some families, the holiday is a nightmare. Each year, homes in West Virginia are damaged by wayward fireworks. Thousands of people are…

There’s nothing quite like driving a speedy, shiny classic car that turns heads and starts conversations. In fact, the beauty and elegance of old collectibles – like the 1964 Aston Martin DB5, the 1963 Corvette Sting Ray and the 1969 Dodge Charger – can be downright captivating. — If you don’t…