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HOW TO BRUSH UP ON FIRE SAFTEY BASICS

San Tan Insurance Offers Free Fire Safety Materials for Children and Adults

October 4, 2006 — Gilbert, Arizona— National Fire Prevention week is observed during the month of October, and San Tan Insurance is reminding consumers to check their knowledge of fire safety with this brief quiz.

• Do you prepare and practice a home escape plan?
• Do you have working smoke detectors installed in your home?
• Do you change the batteries in your smoke detectors every six months?

If you answered “no” to any of these questions, you’re not alone. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), fire departments responded to 395,500 home fires in the United States in 2004, resulting in $5.8 billion in direct property damage, 13,700 injuries, and 3,190 deaths. Many of these fires—and fatalities—could have been prevented, had the basics of fire prevention been observed.

“These three simple questions are the most important when it comes to fire safety,” said John Boughton, agency principal at San Tan Insurance. “Each family member needs to know an exit route in the event of a fire, as well as where to meet as a group outside. As for smoke detectors, it’s recommended that households have one on every level, in every bedroom, and in the halls outside of sleeping areas. And an easy way to remember when to change smoke detectors is during April and October—when the rest of the country resets their clocks for daylight savings time.”

In addition, the theme of National Fire Prevention week this year is “Prevent Cooking Fires: Watch What You Heat,” recognizing the fact that more fires start in the kitchen than any other part of the home. The NFPA reports that between 1999-2000, there were 114,000 reported home fires associated with cooking equipment on average each year, and that it’s important to spread the word to brush up on the basics when it comes to preventing cooking fires.

To help people learn more about fire safety education, San Tan Insurance is working with MetLife Auto & Home® to provide free materials, including an innovative new DVD, called “Fire Is,” a coloring book for children entitled “Learn About Fire Safety with the PEANUTSä Gang,” and a fire safety brochure entitled “About… Fire Safety.” They are available by calling (480) 391-3883 or visiting San Tan Insurance, located at 2335 S. Lindsay Road Suite 113, on the northeast corner of Lindsay Road and Williams Field Road, behind Walgreens..

The DVD, called “Fire Is…,” is a groundbreaking five-part education program created by veteran television broadcaster Dr. Frank Field that was produced through a grant from MetLife Foundation. “Fire Is…” employs a straight talking, realistic approach to fire safety and features news stories and interviews supplied by more than twenty television stations. The DVD was recently endorsed by the Department of Homeland Security’s United States Fire Administration Office (USFA). Note: supplies of the DVD are limited.

“These materials give parents and children valuable tools to help learn the basics of fire safety,” said Boughton. “Many fires are the result of kitchen mishaps or simple carelessness. The coloring books help parents teach valuable lessons that can help save lives and property—and do so using the PEANUTS characters, which have proven popularity with everyone, especially kids.”

THINK YOU HAVE THE MOST COMPREHENSIVE INSURANCE POLICY?
WHY YOU MIGHT NOT… AND WHAT YOU CAN DO ABOUT IT

For immediate release

Gilbert, AZ (June XX, 2006) – Consumers with insurance policies for their home, auto and business may believe they have all the available coverage options. But like any product or service, the quality of the services and available coverage you receive varies from one company to the next.

Unfortunately, most insurance consumers are woefully unaware of their vulnerability until there is a claim. But new options are arising in Arizona’s east valley.

After almost 20 years in the field, John Boughton brings another option to Arizona’s east valley. John’s experience is rather extensive in that he started in the insurance industry in claims and then built an insurance agency in Tucson, Arizona. He has since relocated to Gilbert, Arizona. and opened San Tan Insurance.

John is unique among insurance agents for his extensive claims experience and knowledge of insurance policies to help the consumer. One thing John advises his clients to do is to set up a team of professionals - an attorney, CPA and an educated insurance professional - to help with personal and business financial matters. Having a well-rounded professional team may be the difference between a financial loss and protecting your family from financial loss.

As an independent agency, San Tan Insurance has the ability to research coverage options and rates through many A-Rated insurance companies. Most consumers are amazed that they can offer the same or better coverage options than other agencies for a low rate.

For example, San Tan Insurance offers two important coverage endorsements for home insurance. Many consumers are unaware of Sink-Hole Collapse Coverage endorsement and Guaranteed Replacement Cost endorsement for a home. However, these home insurance policies endorsements are not available on the same policy.

Commercial Building Owners may be unaware that there is an endorsement available for their buildings that allows for full replacement of the building. This endorsement is not available through all insurance companies.

These additional endorsements are incredible options for consumers, especially with the Valley’s high construction costs.

San Tan Insurance also includes Samantha Kemp, who has ten years of experience in the insurance industry. Consumers will definitely benefit from her expertise and commitment to her total customer service.
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San Tan Insurance is a full-service agency offering home, auto, recreational vehicles (boats, motorcycles, golf carts), life, health and business insurance policies. We write all types of insurance through A-rated insurance companies. We are located on the north/east corner of Williams Field and Lindsay Road behind Walgreens Pharmacy and next door to Ace Hardware