--- title: Insurance Blog | Sportsmen's Insurance Agency in Cape Vincent, New York description: Read the Sportsmen's Insurance Agency blog for local, interesting and up-to-date Cape Vincent insurance news. --- # INSURANCE BLOG * * * [**What to Look for When Buying a House to Avoid Unnecessary Insurance Claims** — If you’re house hunting, you’re probably looking at many elements like the number of bedrooms or how updated the kitchen is. Don’t forget to check for these things too, which which may help avoid home insurance claims should you become the new owner. — **An Aging Roof** — Roof problems are one of the… — Jul 7, 2023](/blog/2023/what-to-look-for-when-buying-a-house-to-avoid-unnecessary-insurance-claims) [**Benefits of Safe Driving Apps** — Many insurance carriers today offer smartphone apps that track telematics to monitor driving. Here’s how they work and how these apps may help you lower your auto insurance premium, along with a few other advantages. — **Safe Driving Apps Help You Improve Your Driving** — Telematics usually works… — Jun 2, 2023](/blog/2023/benefits-of-safe-driving-apps) [**4 Water-Saving Tips for Your Garden** — Water has been in short supply in many areas of the United States lately. And even if it’s bountiful where you live, you may be paying more for water than you’d like. Here are some tips for using less water and saving money in your garden. — **Use Soaker Hoses Instead of Sprinklers** — Sprinklers tend… — May 5, 2023](/blog/2023/4-water-saving-tips-for-your-garden) [**The Importance of Uninsured and Underinsured Motorist Coverage** — Your auto insurance is one of the most important elements of your personal insurance portfolio. But some people purchase only the minimum required liability coverage, not realizing they may be leaving themselves open to huge bills for damage to their own vehicles after an accident. Here’s how you… — Apr 7, 2023](/blog/2023/the-importance-of-uninsured-and-underinsured-motorist-coverage) [**Keep Your Home Safe While on Vacation** — Whether you’re just getting away for a long weekend or spending a few weeks out of the house, it’s important to ensure your home is safe while you’re gone. Follow these tips to help prevent break-ins, fires, and water damage. — **Pause Your Mail and Paper Delivery** — It’s immediately apparent to… — Mar 3, 2023](/blog/2023/keep-your-home-safe-while-on-vacation) [**Who Needs Life Insurance and How Much Do You Need?** — It’s an unfortunate fact that life expectancy in the US has dropped recently. This has led many people to examine whether or not they should have a life insurance policy and, if so, how much coverage they should have. Here are some basics about life insurance, intended to help you decide whether it… — Feb 3, 2023](/blog/2023/who-needs-life-insurance-and-how-much-do-you-need) [**Family Emergency Preparedness Checklist** — It seems like every day on the news that we hear stories about a hurricane, flood, or wildfire creating massive damage in the U.S. and putting people out of their homes. Have you thought about how your family would handle this kind of emergency? Here are a few tips to keep you and your household… — Jan 6, 2023](/blog/2023/family-emergency-preparedness-checklist) [**What to Check Before Buying a Used Car** — With the new car market impacted by shipping delays, many people are choosing to buy used cars lately. And some people only purchase a used vehicle because it saves them money and lets the first owner figure out if it’s a lemon or not (most major problems show up by around 60,000 miles). Here’s a… — Dec 2, 2022](/blog/2022/what-to-check-before-buying-a-used-car) [**Should I Notify My Insurance Company About a New Puppy?** — Having a new puppy join your household can change your life. The snuggles and kisses make getting up in the middle of the night for potty breaks worth it, but in the whirlwind of change, it’s easy to forget some practicalities. For example, should you inform your insurance company about your new… — Nov 4, 2022](/blog/2022/should-i-notify-my-insurance-company-about-a-new-puppy) [**How to Choose the Right Smart Security Camera** — A security camera can help protect your property against intruders or provide evidence in the event of a break-in. But with all the technology available today, it can be tough to figure out which smart security camera is right for you. Here are four points to consider when you shop for a camera for… — Oct 7, 2022](/blog/2022/how-to-choose-the-right-smart-security-camera) * * * - [1](/blog.md) - [2](/blog.md/page-2) - [3](/blog.md/page-3) - [4](/blog.md/page-4) - [5](/blog.md/page-5) - [6](/blog.md/page-6) - [7](/blog.md/page-7) - [8](/blog.md/page-8) - [9](/blog.md/page-9) - [10](/blog.md/page-10) - [11](/blog.md/page-11) - [12](/blog.md/page-12) - [13](/blog.md/page-13) - [14](/blog.md/page-14) **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) [Contact Us](/contact)