Allenbaugh Insurance Agency

10/14/2026

Discovering your car has been broken into is a horrible feeling; the violation, the stress, and the uncertainty of what to do next can all hit at once. That’s why our team wants to provide a quick guide on key steps to take after a car break-in to help you stay prepared. Swipe to see more.

As always, if you have questions about what your auto insurance covers and how it can protect you in the event of a break-in, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our team. We are here to help you.

10/01/2026

October is Fire Prevention Month, serving as a good reminder that fire safety is not something to put off until an emergency happens. In the United States, one home structure fire is reported every 96 seconds, serving as a sobering reminder of the importance of fire safety.

So, that said, our team wanted to share a few practical tips worth reviewing this season:

⚫ Know the leading causes - Cooking and heating are the two leading causes of home fires in the United States. Never leave cooking unattended, keep flammable materials at least three feet from heat sources, and check electrical cords regularly for damage or fraying.

⚫ Check your smoke alarms - Test them monthly, replace batteries annually, and fully replace any alarm that is 10 or more years old.

⚫ Have an escape plan and practice it - Plan two ways to escape from every room, make sure all windows and doors open easily, and designate an outdoor meeting place.

⚫ Know how to use a fire extinguisher - Remember the acronym PASS: Pull the pin, Aim low at the base of the fire, Squeeze the handle slowly, and Sweep the nozzle side to side. If you are not confident, get out and call 911.

⚫ Build safer daily habits - Never leave portable heaters or fireplaces unattended, keep matches and lighters locked away from children, avoid overloading outlets, and turn off all appliances before leaving the house or going to bed.

Fire prevention is a shared responsibility, and a little preparation goes a long way. If you have further questions about fire safety, we encourage you to reach out to your local fire station.

And if you have any insurance questions or needs, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our team. We are here to help you.

09/29/2026

Theft prevention is top of mind for many homeowners. Not only can it be deeply unsettling for your space to be invaded, but burglary can also represent significant financial losses for homeowners.

The good news is that a few simple prevention tips can go a long way toward protecting your home. Swipe for more.

While these tips can help deter burglars, they cannot fully prevent theft or mitigate the effects of a home invasion. That’s why it can also be crucial to ensure your homeowners insurance not only includes theft coverage, but that the coverage fully protects your home and belongings.

That said, if you have questions about your homeowners coverage and how it can help protect you in the event of theft, don’t hesitate to reach out to our team. We are here to help you.

09/22/2026

Can you believe there are only 100 days left in the year? Before the final stretch gets away from you, it is worth pausing to ask one simple question: has your life changed this year?

A new car, a home purchase, a career change — these are the kinds of milestones worth celebrating. They are also the kinds of changes that can quietly create gaps in your insurance coverage if your policies have not kept up.

Here are some of the most common life events that can affect your coverage:

✅ You bought a new home or renovated your home. A new home purchase or extensive renovations require coverage that reflects the property's true replacement cost, not just its market value.

✅ You purchased a new car. Purchasing a new car is a change that always merits a check-in about your insurance coverage, especially if you purchased a car worth more than the vehicle you were previously driving.

✅ Your family or household situation changed. Marriage, divorce, welcoming a new child, adding a teen driver, sending a child off to college, or welcoming an adult child back home are all changes that can affect your auto and homeowners coverage.

✅ You’ve acquired new valuables or heirlooms. If you’ve recently obtained or inherited new jewelry, art, or other collectibles, it may be worth reviewing whether these items would be fully covered under your current homeowners policy.

✅ Your income, assets, or career changed. A promotion, a new job, a side business, or an inheritance can all increase your financial exposure in ways your current coverage may not reflect.

If any of these sound familiar, our team would love to take a few minutes to review your policies together and ensure everything still aligns with where you are now. It's a simple conversation that can make a real difference.

Feel free to reach out anytime. We are here to help ensure your coverage keeps up with your needs.

09/16/2026

The transition into fall is the ideal window to take stock of your home and address small issues before they become expensive ones. A few hours of attention now can prevent thousands of dollars in damage later. Swipe for a few key areas to focus on.

We hope you found this seasonal checklist helpful! If you would like to get recommendations for trusted, local providers that can be of assistance, please feel free to reach out. And as always, if you have any questions or any other needs our team can assist you with, just give the office a call. We are here to help.

09/11/2026

Twenty-five years ago, the world changed, and the courage, resilience, and unity that followed reminded us of what we are capable of in our darkest moments.

On Patriot Day, we pause to honor the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and to pay tribute to the first responders, volunteers, and everyday individuals who showed extraordinary strength when it mattered most.

We remember. We honor. We will never forget.

09/10/2026

Our phone service has been fully restored, and we’re back to answering calls as normal.
You can reach us anytime at (937) 596‑6712.
Thanks for your patience — we appreciate you!

09/09/2026

Due to a fiber cut, we are currently unable to receive external calls to our business phone numbers. This is a widespread issue affecting many businesses and organizations. The disruption began over the weekend and is being actively addressed. At this time, they have not provided an estimated time for service restoration.
If you need assistance, please contact us by email at:
[email protected]
Or call one of the following cell phone numbers:
Greg: (937) 538-1888
Ryan: (937) 638-2907
Nathan: (937) 638-0342
Karen: (937) 489-6531
We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience and continued business!

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09/08/2026

Due to carrier issues we are unable to receive calls on our work number. If you need assistance please reach out to us via email:
[email protected] or Ryan's Cell: (937) 638-2907 or Greg's Cell: (937) 538-1888
Very sorry for the inconvenience this is a widespread OH issue they are working to resolve.

09/07/2026

Labor Day is all about celebrating the workforce, and the best way to honor hard work is to take a real break from it. So to celebrate, our team is fully committing to the cause by penciling some cat naps into our schedules this weekend.

A quick heads-up: The office is closed on Monday, September 7th. We will be back on Tuesday, September 8th — recharged, refreshed, and ready to get to work.

We hope you have a long weekend full of good food, good company, and zero emails!