Michelle Dongilli, CSA

10/09/2023

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01/21/2022

How to Get Better Gas Mileage



WHAT CAUSES POOR GAS MILEAGE?
Regardless of what kind of vehicle you drive, all of these factors can negatively impact gas mileage:

• Speed: The faster you drive, the more fuel your vehicle burns up. This includes how fast you accelerate, too.
• Idling: Keeping your car on for it to warm up or cool down.
• Aerodynamic drag and excess weight.
• Poor maintenance: From underinflated tires to an unattended engine issue, failure to consistently “tune up” your vehicle can cost you a lot more at the pump.
• Quick trips: Quick, short trips from a “cold start” eat up fuel, because your engine needs to warm up before it can run efficiently.
FIND MORE WAYS TO SAVE ON AUTO INSURANCE
Cheap auto insurance doesn’t have to mean poor protection and service. ERIE provides affordable car insurance with plenty of opportunities to reduce and avoid increases to your car insurance costs while maintaining quality coverage.
ERIE Rate Lock® endorsement1, which freezes your auto premium year after year, even if you file a claim. Your rates only will change if you add or remove a vehicle or a driver, or change the address where you park car. Call me today for more information about this great incentive

MICHELLE DONGILLI, AGENT
CONFORTI AGENCY, LLC
724-864-5460
[email protected]

12/22/2021

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12/17/2021

While in the party-planning mode, don't forget to check your homeowners Insurance to ensure you are covered in case of the unexpected. Give me a call today at Conforti Agency LLC 724-864-5460 or email at [email protected]

12/06/2021

How Quickly Can a Christmas Tree Catch Fire?

With twinkly lights, glistening tinsel and dozens of homemade ornaments, our Christmas trees tell the stories of our family traditions. But if your holiday memories spark into a Christmas tree fire, it can be a frightening sight.
While Christmas tree fires aren’t common, they can cause serious and sometimes deadly damage. The National Fire Protection Association reports that an average of 160 home fires are caused by Christmas trees per year. The fires burn quickly and can destroy more than just the tree, resulting in $10 million in direct property damage annually, according to the NFPA.
To see how much damage a Christmas tree fire can cause, Erie staged a fire in a vacant home, supervised by the local fire department. From its first flame, it only took 30 seconds to fill the room with toxic smoke. And in one minute, it burned down the entire living room.
WHAT CAUSES A CHRISTMAS TREE FIRE?
Many people love their Christmas decorations and choose to leave them up for a few weeks after the holiday. But when it comes to a dried-out live Christmas tree, that's a dangerous risk to take. The moisture content of your tree can determine how quickly a fire will spread. A well-maintained tree won’t catch as easily as one with dry branches and needles.
HOW TO PREVENT YOUR CHRISTMAS TREE FROM CATCHING FIRE
Keep your tree shining bright and fire free with these helpful tips:
• Water your tree.We’ve talked with the experts on picking the right Christmas tree, but once it’s home water it regularly. Pro tip: filling your tree stand with warm water when you first get home will help it absorb more quickly after a long drive.
• Choose the perfect spot. To prevent fires, pick a location free from heating vents, fireplaces or candles.
• Inspect your lights. According to the NFPA, nearly one in five Christmas tree fires start due to decorative lights. Before you start decorating, check your string lights for any frayed wires or other damage that could spark a fire.
• Turn lights off when you aren’t home.
LOOKING AFTER YOU
When it comes to holiday traditions, it’s nice knowing your independent ERIE agent is there to help you protect both the old and the new. This holiday season, make sure you and your family have the right home insurance so you can tackle whatever life throws your way.