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.
Do you have a live Christmas tree? Here's one way you can recycle it
Through a program called “Christmas for the Fishes,” the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife (KDFW) collects discarded Christmas trees to create fish habitats.
7 tips to reduce your home heating costs during winter
Your wallet will thank you for reading up on these quick and simple energy efficiency tips.
Frozen pipe prevention 101
Frozen water can wreak havoc on metal or plastic pipes, no matter their strength. According to the Insurance Institute for Business and Home Safety, a 1/8th inch crack in a pipe can spew up to 250 gallons of water a day!
How to protect your car from salt damage
While salt is good for removing ice from the roads, it can be very bad for the cars on those roads. That magical substance used for de-icing can also de-paint your car.
Could your home have an elevated level of radon?
Nearly 1 out of every 15 homes in the U.S. is estimated to have elevated radon levels, according to the EPA.
Think before you thaw: Tips for electronic space heaters
It’s tempting to crank up the 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.