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What is Service Line Coverage?

By Kim Hrubes | March 15, 2023

Service Line Coverage is an insurance policy that covers damage to underground utility lines and pipes that run from the street to your home. These lines include water, sewer, gas, and electrical lines. Service Line Coverage protects homeowners from expensive repair costs that may arise from damage to these lines. Why do you need coverage…

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Independent Insurance Agency vs Captive Insurance Agency: Which is Right for You?

By Kim Hrubes | March 8, 2023

When it comes to buying insurance, there are two main types of agencies that you can work with: independent insurance agencies and captive insurance agencies. Independent insurance agencies represent multiple insurance companies, while captive insurance agencies represent only one insurance company, such as State Farm or Farmers. In this blog, we’ll compare and contrast the…

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What should you consider when Insuring Collectibles

By Kim Hrubes | March 1, 2023

As independent insurance consultants, we believe it’s essential to educate our clients about the limitations of their homeowners or renters’ insurance policy when insuring collectibles. Many homeowners and renters’ policies have limits on certain items, such as art, stamps, coins, jewelry, photographic equipment, and computer equipment. These limits can leave collectors with inadequate loss, damage,…

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Wedding Insurance: Securing Your Special Day

By Kim Hrubes | February 22, 2023

Your wedding is one of the most important days of your life, but unfortunately, it can also be one of the most expensive. With so many moving parts and vendors to coordinate, there’s always a risk that something could go wrong. As a result, many couples turn to wedding insurance to protect their investment and…

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Pet Insurance – protection for you loved one

By Kim Hrubes | February 15, 2023

Pet insurance is a growing trend in the United States, with millions of pet owners investing in coverage for their furry friends. As pets become an increasingly important part of our lives, insurance offers peace of mind for pet owners, providing financial protection for unexpected veterinary bills and helping to ensure the best possible care…

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Why you need specialty auto insurance

By Kim Hrubes | September 7, 2022

Whether you own an antique, a collectible, or your custom-built roadster, your Specialty Auto is a labor of love and you need specialty auto insurance. If you’re like most enthusiasts, you’ve poured many hours of time and effort into making your auto something unique and special. But, at Greater Pittsburgh Insurance Consultants, Inc., we realize…

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Why you need special event insurance

By Kim Hrubes | August 31, 2022

No matter how well you plan, there’s always the potential for something to go wrong at your special event. Whether it’s a wedding, business event, or another occasion, having special event insurance in place can help protect you from financial loss if the unexpected occurs. In fact at Greater Pittsburgh Insurance, we pride ourselves n…

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Your Guide to Choosing a Local Independent Insurance Agency

By Kim Hrubes | June 16, 2022

Insurance is a critical tool for financial protection, and we know how challenging it can be to shop for it. If you’re like most Americans, you have more than one type of insurance – at a minimum, you likely have health insurance and auto insurance. You have two options for insurance agents: agents working for…