The Barnum Insurance Agency

09/02/2026

School is back in Stratford, and the morning drive is a different animal. Buses stop without warning, kids dart between cars, and everyone is running late at the same time. Three moments call for real attention:

▪️ School zones, where the speed limit drops for a reason
▪️ Stopped buses with flashing lights, which always mean kids are nearby
▪️ Crosswalks, where your eyes belong on the road, not your phone

Safe driving also keeps your record and your premium in good shape. For a quick look at your auto coverage before the season gets busy, visit barnuminsurance.com.

08/26/2026

Your wedding jewelry is priceless. If losing or damaging your rings would be devastating, insurance can give you peace of mind on your special day. Contact us for more information on protecting your treasured pieces.

08/25/2026

Summer is winding down, making it 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.

Summer is winding down, making it 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. #...

08/25/2026

As fall gets closer, schedules tend to fill up fast—school activities, carpools, visitors, and more time on the road 🚗🍂

It’s a great time to take a quick look at your coverage. Umbrella insurance can provide an extra layer of liability protection above your home and auto policies, helping add peace of mind as life gets a little busier.

Not sure if an umbrella policy makes sense for you? We’re always here to help walk through it and answer any questions.

Feel free to reach out—we’re happy to take a look with you.

08/18/2026

Sending a student off to college means taking valuable belongings with them. Renters insurance can help protect against theft, damage, and liability, especially for those living off campus. Contact us to learn more.

Sending a student off to college means taking valuable belongings with them. Renters insurance can help protect against theft, damage, and liability, especially for those living off campus. Contact us to learn more.

08/18/2026

When you buy insurance from a website, you get a policy. When you buy it from a local agent, you get someone to call when things go wrong.

Reach us in Stratford, and you are talking to people who understand coverage in Connecticut and remember your situation from one year to the next.

As an independent agency, we compare policies across several carriers and match you with the one that fits, instead of selling you a single company's product. That kind of guidance is hard to automate.

When you want insurance that comes with a person behind it, start with us at barnuminsurance.com.

08/12/2026

If you’re in an accident and found liable for damages to another’s car, property damage liability coverage may help. Learn more. http://tkpl.us/tgoiu

08/12/2026

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....

08/11/2026

As boating season winds down in Connecticut, how you store your boat over the winter can protect it long after the last trip out.

Before it goes away, drain the water systems so nothing freezes and cracks, add fuel stabilizer, disconnect the battery, and cover it well against moisture and pests. These steps head off the kind of damage that tends to surface in spring.

It is also a good moment to review your marine coverage, since your needs in storage differ from your needs on the water. Marine insurance is one of our specialties, so call us at 203-375-3834 with any questions, and we would be glad to help.

08/10/2026

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 ...