A Guide to Protecting Your Precious Holiday Gifts

Posted: December 16, 2023

The holiday season is a time of giving, and many of us enjoy showering our loved ones with special and often valuable gifts. These gifts carry sentimental and financial value, whether it’s expensive jewelry, collectibles, vintage items, or custom-made treasures. However, many people may not realize that their standard homeowner’s insurance policy may not provide sufficient coverage for these valuable items. That’s where valuable items...

Final Wishes: How Funerals are Evolving

Posted: December 15, 2023

Shortly after a collection of memorial stones caught Adrienne Kloecker-Kalivoda’s eye at a funeral directors convention last fall, the Kloecker Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. in Erie, Pennsylvania, made an addition to its service offerings.Kloecker, an ERIE commercial Customer, became one of more than 600 funeral homes to partner with Parting Stone, a company that turns cremated remains into polished stones for survivors to remember...

Fast Fix: How to Defog Your Windshield

Posted: December 4, 2023

Maintaining good visibility is one of the most important elements of safe driving. That means paying extra-close attention to your windshield by replacing worn wipers to combat rainstorms and clearing away ice and snow in the winter.But there’s one more windshield-related problem that can appear in an instant: fog. Depending on the weather conditions, it’s possible for your entire windshield to become foggy in a...

Holiday Safety Tips for Your Pets

Posted: December 1, 2023

The holiday season is a time of joy and celebration, and as pet owners, it’s essential to ensure that our furry friends stay safe and happy during this festive period. With a few precautions and some awareness, you can also ensure your pets have a great holiday season. Here are ten safety tips to keep in mind: Avoid Small Christmas Decorations: Small ornaments, tinsel, and...

Why Did My Auto Insurance Rate Go Up?

Posted: December 1, 2023

At ERIE, we don’t take the price you pay for car insurance lightly. Like most companies today, we’re facing increased costs of doing business. And we know that you are facing rising costs too, on everything from gasoline to breakfast cereal to housing.And while a lot of factors go into what you pay – from vehicle safety ratings to your personal driving history – striking the balance...