Walter W. Schultz Insurance Agency

10/19/2026

UPDATE-OUR INTERNET HAS BEEN RESTORED

Our internet has been down since Friday October 16 around 11:45am. We are unable to access any email. We are working to get the problem fixed. We are sorry for this inconvenience. Our telephones are working.

10/14/2026

Garage fires can spread farther, go undetected longer, and lead to more injuries and dollar loss than fires that originate in other areas of your home.

09/30/2026

A few Fall Home Maintenance Tips:

Before you get too caught up carving pumpkins or watching football, reserve a few weekend hours to take care of these autumn home maintenance tasks:

1) Have a qualified HVAC mechanic inspect your system to ensure it's ready to heat your home all winter.

2) If you don't have frost-free exterior faucets, shut off their water supply and drain the lines to prevent freezing. While you're at it, roll up hoses and get the outside of your home tidy for winter.

3) Inspect the fireplace. Always have a professional inspect wood stove and wood burning fireplace chimneys prior to starting the first fire of the season. The Chimney Safety Institute of America reports an average of 22,300 chimney fires each year; a good fireplace and chimney cleaning can help keep your home from becoming a statistic.

4) Clean gutters and check roof. Remove all debris that can trap snow and water during the winter. If you live in a one-story home, this can be a DIY-project for you and a partner.

5) Check exterior grade. Fill in any depressions near the foundation that can trap water or snow. These water issues could eventually lead to damp basements, settling or foundation damage.

09/30/2026

Properly maintaining your outdoor faucets can prevent them from freezing and causing damage. Read our blog to learn more.

08/25/2026

UPDATE: Tuesday August 25th @ 3:10pm. Our phones and internet are back up. Thank you for your understanding.

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08/25/2026

Tuesday August 25 @ 12:50pm. We have no phone's or internet. Comcast confirmed an outage in the area until 4:35pm. We are open for walk-ins. We're sorry for this inconvenience.

08/13/2026

UPDATE - 8/13/26 - as of 6:15am our phones & internet are working.

UPDATE - 8/12/26 - as of 9:40pm we have power and will be open at 9am on Thursday 8/12/26. The phones and internet are still out. Comcast was out and there is nothing coming to our lines. They are working to restore many in the area.

UPDATE - 8/12/26 - 10:52am still no power, phones or internet.
8/11/26 - 11:10am our power is out due to the storms. We have no phone or internet.

We are sorry for the inconvenience this has caused.

Please stay safe.

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American Modern 800-543-2644
Progressive 800-888-7764

07/04/2026

Have a Happy and safe 4th of July.

06/29/2026

Summer Home Care Tips:

Vacations, golf outings or lounging by the pool may be on your schedule this summer, but save a little time for your home. Relax with the knowledge that your house is ready for summer by taking care of these chores before hitting the links:

1) Trim around outdoor HVAC units. Grass and weeds growing around the units can affect their efficiency and could even cause expensive damage.

2) Inspect your decks. If the wood is beginning to show its age, summer can be a good time to apply a coat of stain or sealant. Take the time to tap down any protruding nails and sand any rough areas to ensure safety throughout the seasons.

3) Check siding. Warm weather is ideal for pressure washing vinyl or fiber cement siding. Pay close attention to each piece of siding as you clean it, looking for cracks, soft spots and any other signs of trouble.

4) Inspect foundation and crawlspace. Look for cracks that may need repair. Check the crawlspace right after a heavy rain to make sure there's no water getting in there.

5) Test lawn irrigation system. If you have an underground lawn irrigation system, leaks in the pipes or connections can cause your water bills to skyrocket. The Environmental Protection Agency offers excellent tips for maintaining your irrigation system.

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06/19/2026

On Friday July 3, 2026, our office closes at 3:00pm. Normal hours resume on Monday July 6, 2026.

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