Life's Blueprints - Kentucky Farm Bureau

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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.
 

How to be a responsible curbside recycler in Kentucky

How to be a responsible curbside recycler in Kentucky

Did you know that a few misplaced items can cause entire loads of recycling to be rejected? Here’s how some of your curbside recycling habits could be working against you.

6 simple ways to save water at home

6 simple ways to save water at home

According to the Environmental Protection Association (EPA), the average American family uses more than 400 gallons per day at home – and 70 percent of that is water used indoors.

What to do if your water heater leaks

What to do if your water heater leaks

The last thing anybody wants is a broken water heater and a flooded residence, so what are the immediate steps that should be taken if a burst does occur, and what can you do prevent this from ever even happening?

Why should you recycle your used tires?

Why should you recycle your used tires?

Tires were built to be indestructible. While that’s great for your vehicle, it’s bad news for the Earth. So what exactly happens to our tires once we're done with them?

Could your home have an elevated level of radon?

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.    

4 things you need to know about asbestos in homes

4 things you need to know about asbestos in homes

Although the use of asbestos has been regulated by government agencies since the 1970s, it still exists in many homes across the U.S.