McDermett Insurance Agency

09/02/2026

Road trip season is here, and safe travel starts before you leave the driveway. Pack heavier items low and centered, keep weight evenly distributed, and avoid blocking your view. Secure rooftop cargo and bring only what you need to help reduce risk on the road. Get more tips for safer summer travel.

Road trip season is here, and safe travel starts before you leave the driveway. Pack heavier items low and centered, keep weight evenly distributed, and avoid blocking your view. Secure rooftop cargo and bring only what you need to help reduce risk on the road. Get more tips for safer summer travel....

09/02/2026

Labor Day weekend travel is quickly approaching! One fender-bender without uninsured motorist coverage can cost you $15,000+ out of pocket. Is your auto policy ready? Call (972) 564-6866 or visit our website: https://www.mcdins.com/.
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08/31/2026

Heading out for summer vacation? A few simple steps before you leave can help protect your home. Lock doors and windows, pause mail delivery, set light timers, and unplug electronics. Check out the full checklist to help protect your home while you’re away

Heading out for summer vacation? A few simple steps before you leave can help protect your home. Lock doors and windows, pause mail delivery, set light timers, and unplug electronics. Check out the full checklist to help protect your home while you’re away ...

08/31/2026

A life insurance policy purchased before marriage, children, a mortgage and a career trajectory is built around a financial picture that no longer exists. The people depending on you today may need significantly more protection than your twenty-something self anticipated. A policy review is not complicated. It is just overdue! We are here to assist, call us today to review: (972) 564-6866.

08/30/2026

In honor of National Beach Day, we want to know, what is the beach you keep going back to? The one that feels like yours? Drop it in the comments and tell us what makes it special. We would love to build a list of places worth visiting, courtesy of our community.

08/28/2026

Filing a claim with an agency that knows your name, knows your policy and has an existing relationship with your carrier is a different experience from calling an 800 number and starting from scratch. The relationship your independent agent builds with you before something goes wrong is what makes the process manageable when it does. Get started on our website, https://www.mcdins.com/, or call us at (972) 564-6866.

08/27/2026

Summer power outages in extreme heat can be dangerous without preparation. Have a plan, stay cool, and use generators safely outdoors with proper ventilation. Never connect them improperly or refuel while running. Preparation can help protect your home and family. Learn more:

Summer power outages in extreme heat can be dangerous without preparation. Have a plan, stay cool, and use generators safely outdoors with proper ventilation. Never connect them improperly or refuel while running. Preparation can help protect your home and family. Learn more: ...

08/26/2026

Whether your dog is a hundred pound lab who thinks he is a lap dog, a three pound chihuahua with the confidence of something much larger, or anything in between, today is their day. From everyone at McDermett Insurance Agency, happy National Dog Day. Give them something good today. They have earned it.

08/25/2026

Extreme heat can be more dangerous than many people realize, leading to serious illness if warning signs are ignored. Symptoms like dizziness, nausea, weakness, and confusion may signal heat exhaustion or heatstroke. Staying hydrated, taking breaks in cool areas, and avoiding peak heat hours can help reduce risk. Learn more:

Extreme heat can be more dangerous than many people realize, leading to serious illness if warning signs are ignored. Symptoms like dizziness, nausea, weakness, and confusion may signal heat exhaustion or heatstroke. Staying hydrated, taking breaks in cool areas, and avoiding peak heat hours can hel...

08/24/2026

Wildfire smoke damage has become a relevant coverage question for homeowners well beyond the immediate fire perimeter as smoke events affect regions hundreds of miles from active fires. Whether smoke infiltration that damages interior air quality, finishes and personal property triggers coverage under a standard homeowner's policy depends on specific policy language and the circumstances of the event. Reach out to review your coverage: (972) 564-6866.