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10/15/2026

A garage door is the largest opening in the home and the most vulnerable in a storm. Wind-rated garage doors can help provide better protection in severe windstorms. Upgrade to a wind-rated garage door today. Learn more at IBHS.org

10/15/2026

Construction site theft can derail more than your budget. Stolen tools, equipment damage, and vandalism can delay jobs, interrupt schedules, and create costly coverage gaps when you are already managing a busy project.

For contractors across Chandler, Gilbert, Queen Creek, and the East Valley, prevention starts with a clear plan:
• Secure tools and equipment at the end of every workday
• Improve lighting, fencing, locks, and access control
• Keep detailed photos, serial numbers, and equipment records
• Review your contractor insurance, tools and equipment coverage, and builders risk protection before a loss occurs

The right insurance cannot prevent theft, but it can help your business recover when the unexpected happens.

Swipe through for practical ways to protect your jobsite. Then reach out to our team at Better Insurance Group to review your contractor coverage and identify potential gaps.

10/15/2026

A covered loss can disrupt your business—but how your policy values damaged property can make a major difference.

Actual cash value (ACV) generally factors in depreciation, meaning the payout may reflect what an item was worth at the time of loss.

Replacement cost value (RCV) is designed to help replace covered property with a comparable new item, subject to your policy’s terms, limits, and deductible.

For East Valley business owners—from gyms and boutique fitness studios to contractors and youth sports organizations—understanding this distinction can help you prepare for the unexpected.

Swipe through to see how ACV and RCV work. Then contact our Better Insurance Group team in Chandler to review your business insurance coverage and payout structure.

10/13/2026

If you’re putting on a new roof, consider renovating to FORTIFIED standards. Learn how FORTIFIED home building standards can help your home better withstand the next storm. Learn more.

10/08/2026

Fire prevention starts long before an emergency.

As Fire Prevention Month approaches, our team at Better Insurance Group encourages East Valley homeowners and business owners to take a few minutes to review the basics:

• Test smoke alarms monthly and replace units that are 10 years old or older.
• Keep cooking areas clear of towels, packaging, and other flammable items. Never leave cooking unattended.
• Maintain at least 3 feet of space around portable heaters and other heat sources.
• Check cords, outlets, and power strips for damage or overloading.
• Create and practice a fire escape plan with two ways out of each room and a designated meeting place outside.
• Keep a fire extinguisher accessible, and remember: if a fire cannot be controlled immediately, get out and call 911.

For contractors, gyms, studios, sports organizations, and other small businesses, fire safety also means reviewing how your property, equipment, and operations are protected.

If you have questions about home or business insurance in Chandler, Gilbert, Queen Creek, Scottsdale, or anywhere in the East Valley, our team is here to help.

What is one fire-safety step you plan to check this month?

10/07/2026

It's the perfect time to get your home ready for fall. Clean gutters, check heating systems, seal windows, and inspect smoke detectors before colder weather arrives. A little maintenance now can help prevent bigger issues later.

It's the perfect time to get your home ready for fall. Clean gutters, check heating systems, seal windows, and inspect smoke detectors before colder weather arrives. A little maintenance now can help prevent bigger issues later.

10/06/2026

A builder’s risk policy should be in place before materials arrive, work begins, or a loss has the chance to derail your project.

Just as important: know when coverage ends. It may be tied to project completion, occupancy, a sale, or another milestone outlined in your policy.

For contractors and property owners in Chandler, Gilbert, Queen Creek, and across the East Valley, our team can help review the timing of your builders risk insurance so you can avoid an unexpected coverage gap.

Planning a project? Call Better Insurance Group at 480-520-6860 to discuss your coverage needs.

10/06/2026

Cybersecurity is not only a big-business concern. Small businesses, sports leagues, fitness studios, and contractors across the East Valley can all be targets for phishing, ransomware, and data breaches.

A few practical steps can make a meaningful difference:
• Use strong, unique passwords and multi-factor authentication
• Train employees to spot suspicious emails and links
• Keep software, devices, and backups up to date
• Limit access to sensitive customer and payment information

Even with smart prevention measures, a cyber incident can still disrupt operations and create unexpected recovery costs. Cyber liability insurance can help your business respond to expenses such as data recovery, customer notification, and legal support.

At Better Insurance Group, we help Chandler, Gilbert, Queen Creek, and Scottsdale businesses explore coverage built around their real-world risks. Contact our team to review your cyber liability coverage or request a quote.

10/05/2026

Insulating your pipes, cleaning your gutters and chimney are all good projects to invest in now to prepare for winter. Follow these fall home maintenance tips and prepare your home for the coming winter months. Learn more.

09/29/2026

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