GKP News

Fall 2018 Volume 18 Issue 2

A newsletter for friends & clients of Gress Kinney Parrish Insurance Center, Inc.

Make football season not just fun, but also safe

Finally, we’re welcoming fall, that eagerly anticipated season when we get to enjoy cooler temps, colorful

leaves, the start of school and, of course, football season!

Football season brings with it a whole host of seasonal activities for football fans, from game-day tailgates

and sports bar outings, to friendly bets and bowl parties. At Gress Kinney Parrish, we want your football

season to be both exciting and safe, so as you cheer your team to victory, consider the following tips.

Keep it clean: Tailgating is one of America’s favorite pastimes! If you’re tailgating, opt for non-

breakable, recyclable containers. This will make cleanup easier and help avoid injuries resulting

from broken glass.

Be smart: Whether you are tailgating, hosting a football-watching party at your house, sitting in the

stands at CenturyLink Field, or joining your buddies at the local bar, know your limit on alcohol intake and

make sure you have a designated driver.

Know where you’re going: Pre-plan travel to and from the stadium to avoid getting lost and to

make finding parking easier if you drive.

Fill those bellies: Whenever alcohol is consumed, make sure food is too!

Be weather wise: If you’re heading to the stadium, be sure to prepare for the weather. In colder

temps, bring layers and blankets (especially if you’re bringing the little ones along). Also, avoid umbrellas if

you find yourself in a lightning storm. Keep it close: Whether you’re hitting the live game or the local tavern, be sure to keep your

valuables, such as wallets, mobile phones and purses, safe. Also, keep it close to you (better yet,

attached) at all times to avoid theft. Wherever and however you’re watching the game this weekend, we hope you enjoy every last minute. Go

team!

Game day insurance tips

Here are a few pointers for making sure your insurance provides an additional safety net on game day: • Make sure you have adequate auto coverage to cover any contents that may be stolen in the

unfortunate event of a break-in at the stadium parking lot. • Ensure you have sufficient liability coverage on your homeowner’s policy, as well as medical payments

coverage and possibly umbrella coverage. These exist to protect you in the event someone

becomes injured while at your house. Consider roadside assistance coverage. In the event your vehicle breaks down or you lock your

keys in your car, it can save the day.

If you have any questions at all about your coverage, call

Gress Kinney Parrish Insurance Center at (509) 575-0300 and we will help you review your options.

Football Fan Safety

3 North 7th Avenue

Yakima, WA 98902

Phone: 509-575-0300 Fax: 509-452-9870

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Before the wind blows, secure your trees and shrubs

The seasons are changing, and the colors of autumn abound.

Regrettably, fall’s stunning display is often accompanied by some unwelcome weather

hazards – namely, wind – that can cause considerable damage to the very trees that

produce those beautiful fall leaves.

At Gress Kinney Parrish, we want your yard and home to stay great throughout the

season. Take a look at the following tips to ensure you keep your trees and shrubs

healthy and avoid destruction that can result when the wind blows.

To protect existing trees Bundle ‘em up. Go to a home and garden store and buy enough landscape fabric

and plant ties to cover trees and shrubs vulnerable to the changing weather.

Wrap them up for the winter and then unwrap them after spring has sprung. Exercise pruning prowess. Proper pruning is essential to ensure trees can

withstand winds, so make sure you use correct pruning techniques or hire a

professional. Trees and more trees. If you have trees that are especially susceptible to wind,

consider planting more trees. Experts say to choose trees, like conifers and

evergreens, to create a windbreak. As an added bonus, a windbreak placed in

correct proximity to a home can reduce energy costs by up to 30 percent.

Keep in mind: conifers should be planted at least 20 feet away from a structure,

evergreens at least 30 feet away.

When planting new trees

Know which way the wind blows. Pay attention to the wind patterns in your

part of the state through the fall and winter seasons and how they affect your

particular lot. Plant trees in areas where structures, such as your home, garage

or shed, can serve to shelter them from the wind. Give them some space. Plant trees far enough away from structures and

foundations. A smaller tree should have at least a 10-square-foot space to itself,

and a larger tree needs at least 30 square feet.

At Gress Kinney Parrish, we hope these tips will ensure that you and your yard hang

tough all season long... even when the wind starts howling.

Securing Fall Trees