Kentucky is in our hearts, not just in our name. That’s why it’s important to us to help you navigate life’s mishaps. Welcome to Life’s Blueprints, a blog by Kentucky Farm Bureau Insurance. Here, you’ll find information that will help keep you and your loved ones safe and savvy – whether you’re on the road or at home.
Winterizing your warm weather wheels
One of the biggest mistakes people make when storing a vehicle for the winter is leaving the fuel gauge at its current level. Gasoline can go bad over the course of the season and cause damage that far exceeds the bill for a new tank of fuel.
How to properly prepare your home for winter weather
Proper maintenance protects the longevity of your home. Tackling a few seasonal chores in the fall may help save you from a costly winter disaster.
Avoid 'fowl' play with these Thanksgiving cooking tips
Thanksgiving Day is by far the leading day for home cooking fires, with more than three times as many cooking fires occurring on that day as a typical day of the year.
Think before you thaw: Tips for electronic space heaters
It’s tempting to crank up that space heater for some extra bedroom warmth or to de-ice your cold toes at the office, but take these precautions before turning that dial to the maximum setting.
Trees, leaves and debris: Your gutters' worst enemies
The soft leaves, pine needles, saplings and debris in your gutters are perfect home-building materials for invasive critters such as squirrels, possums, birds and cockroaches.
What should you do with your yard waste?
In some areas, improper disposal of yard waste items may leave homeowners subject to a fine. But if disposed of properly, your yard waste can be repurposed into beneficial mulch, soil, or compost.