Category Archives: Blog

Many homeowners underestimate the cost to rebuild their homes in the event of a natural disaster. It’s important to review your policy given the current rise in real estate values and inflation. All updates to your homeowner’s policy need to happen BEFORE disaster strikes given that most insurance companies issue a moratorium on new andContinue reading “Create a Natural Disaster Plan – Check Rebuilding Costs“

Did you know that you are responsible for repairs to underground service lines and pipes if the damage occurs on your property? These service lines bring water, electricity, internet, and more to your home and repairs are often costly because of the difficulty accessing them underground. Service line endorsements provide additional coverage for the repairs to theseContinue reading “Service Line Coverage”

People often assume they don’t have enough assets to need an umbrella policy, but we disagree. Anyone can be sued and having an umbrella policy will protect you in case of an accident with property damage, bodily injury and more. An umbrella policy is additional liability coverage. It protects your assets in the case ofContinue reading “Do you need an Umbrella?”

Good news! Our office will reopen on June 1, 2021. We will be partially staffed through the month of June and fully staffed beginning on July 1, 2021. Social distancing requirements will remain in place. For your convenience, you have the option of meeting with your account executive inside the office or outside at theContinue reading “Office Reopening”

The Shea family is sad to announce the passing of Attorney Francis Shea, prior owner of Laporte, Shea & Borys Insurance. Attorney Shea was a Navy veteran and respected businessman in the city of Chicopee as well as a faithful member of St. Patrick’s Parish in Chicopee Falls. Attorney Shea will be remembered as aContinue reading “Remembering Attorney Francis Shea”

Trees can cause damage to both people and property. When a storm blows through, high winds and heavy rains that saturate the soil may increase the likelihood of a tree falling either during the storm or after. Likewise, in the winter months, heavy snow and ice can have a similar effect. As a homeowner, youContinue reading “Stop Falling Trees Before They Happen”

Many people are spending more time at home due to the pandemic. Take advantage of the warm weather to check your property for damage and make necessary home repairs before they become a bigger problem. Inspect the roof – You don’t need to climb a ladder to do this. Use binoculars or a camera withContinue reading “Summer Home Maintenance Checklist”

What is one of the biggest mistakes buyers make when trying to save on auto insurance? Selecting an insurance company by price alone. Sometimes customers receive a lower quote from a “big-box” company. What these companies often don’t tell you is that they cut your coverage in order to lower the quote. And that canContinue reading “Don’t Make These Common Mistakes”

Our office will be open beginning on Monday, June 1st by APPOINTMENT ONLY. Please call the office at 413-598-8304 if you need to make an appointment. We will have a limited number of staff in the office. Our hours are Monday – Thursday 9:00am to 5:00pm and Friday 8:00am to 4:00pm. In keeping with the requirements ofContinue reading “Office Update: Appointment Availability Beginning June 1st”