Look for and seal any areas where heat may escape from your home, especially around windows and doors. Use a programmable thermostat to automatically lower the temperature when you are away from home. Check the temperature setting of your water heater and insulate it to prevent heat loss. Ensure that

Here are some things to think about when it comes to carrying insurance as a couple. Use the topics in this article as a way to start a discussion about your insurance needs. BHC Insurance can then help you narrow down your options. Auto Insurance If you and your spouse

The holidays can be a major source of stress for many Americans. Top holiday stressors include staying on a budget, managing multiple commitments and finding the perfect gifts. And if COVID-19 transmission is high in your community, you may also be feeling worried about you and your loved ones’ health.

Select lights that have been independently tested by a safety and compliance organization. Tested products will generally have a label. Inspect all lights before using them and discard those with damaged cords or plugs. Also, make sure the lights are unplugged before replacing any bulbs. Use a ladder made of

Zack graduated from Carl Albert State College with an associate degree in business. He went on to earn a bachelor’s degree in marketing from Oklahoma State University with a minor in entrepreneurship. He joined BHC in Sallisaw as a Risk Management Advisor on October 1, 2021. He is a third-generation

Have a pest control service visit your home quarterly (every 3-4 months) to spray around your foundation and in other areas where pest infestations are likely to occur. Use poisons or various traps to catch and kill larger pests like mice, rats, squirrels and moles. Humane traps, which allow you

Recent research from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that drivers ages 16-19 are more likely to be involved in a motor vehicle crash than any other age group. Nevertheless, newly licensed teens can avoid accidents by upholding safe driving practices on the road. Be sure to give