What is Season In Naples, Florida?
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What You Should Know About Flood Insurance
Home About Us Services FAQ Reviews Blog Contact Home About Us Services FAQ Reviews Blog Contact What You Should Know About Flood Insurance Floods post a strong risk across the U.S. coastline, and Florida’s beautiful beachfront is particularly vulnerable. The Sunshine has an incredible 1300 miles of coastline – perfect for fun, sun and of course, floods. With a large and growing population in Florida, many coastal homes are at highest risk, however with a low elevation of just 6 feet, nearly every home in Florida is at risk for flooding. So, what is a homeowner to do? Is flood insurance a good idea? Well, one issue is that many homeowners believe that flood coverage is automatically included in homeowners insurance. In fact, it is not! Another misconception is that if you live in a low flood risk zone you may not need additional flood insurance coverage. That is also incorrect. Over 20% or more of flood claims every year come from “low risk” areas, and considering Florida is prone to severe storms and hurricanes, you’ll want to consider additional coverage in most cases. How Can I Obtain Flood Insurance? The first step is to contact an insurance agent and go over your homeowners insurance policy, as well as flood insurance options. In general, flood insurance is available through the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), which is administered by the Flood Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). What Will Flood Insurance Cover? Standard flood insurance (under the standard NFIP policy) will provide replacement cost coverage capped at $250,000 for damage to the structure of the home and actual cash value coverage capped at $100,000 for loss of personal possessions. Keep in mind, flood insurance will not cover water related damage from other causes (such as leakage / seepage claims), or damage caused by wind driven rain. What Are Some Concerns with Flood Insurance? In Florida, there is something called the “Florida Matching Law”. This law essentially says that if you have any damage in your home, the insurance company will cover the costs of matching damage. For example, if there was any damage in your kitchen and your cabinets were damaged, the “Matching Law” goes into effect and the insurance will need to replace ALL of your cabinets (top and bottom) because you may not be able to find the exact match at that time. Now, when it comes to floor insurance, this law does NOT apply. The insurance company will only pay for what was damaged and not for replacing everything (which in some cases defeats the purpose of having flood insurance and paying such a high premium and deductible). Bottom line, is flood insurance worth it in Florida? Yes, but make sure you know exactly what you are signing up for when you select a policy. It is especially important to read all the disclosures of the policies to make an informed decision when choosing a flood insurance policy. Remember, your insurance coverage can make a huge difference in funding repairs after a major disaster, but the details of your policy are important. While we are not insurance agents, we are happy to help you navigate general insurance questions or refer you to an insurance specialist whom we trust. Please feel free to reach out to our team via phone at (239) 360-3605 or email at info@gonapleshomewatch.com at any time, and we’ll be happy to guide you in the right direction. Book a Free Consultation Today! With no strings attached, we can meet with you and quote your home for our home watch and concierge services. Call us today! We look forward to serving you. message us Call Us Sitemap | Privacy Policy | ©2025 All rights reserved
Chef Experiences by Go Naples Home Watch
Home About Us Services FAQ Reviews Blog Contact Home About Us Services FAQ Reviews Blog Contact Chef Experiences by Go Naples Home Watch Did you know? Go Naples Home Watch now offers fantastic chef experiences. Yes, you can now enjoy gourmet, delicious meals and fine wine experiences in the comfort of your own home for birthdays, anniversaries, special events and more. Our talented team (comprised of Vicky Cardone and Jan Hoffmann) has a background in luxury hospitality across the globe including Michelin Star restaurants. Bring the luxury dining experience into your home, as well as our teaching experiences, cooking demos, cooking classes and wine tastings. We do it all for you! Enjoy the following and more. We can even take special requests — just ask us! *Chef experiences in your home or facility*Cooking demonstrations*Cooking classes*Wine tastings (your wine selection or we can bring our own wine and offer lessons on either option!) Ready to book one of our amazing chef experiences? Book today by emailing us at info@gonapleshomewatch.com or calling our team at (239) 360-3605 to get on the schedule. These experiences are popular, especially for holidays and special ocassions so be sure to plan ahead. We look forward to bringing this experience to you, your family and friends! Book a Free Consultation Today! With no strings attached, we can meet with you and quote your home for our home watch and concierge services. Call us today! We look forward to serving you. message us Call Us Sitemap | Privacy Policy | ©2025 All rights reserved
How to Tackle Mold in Southwest Florida
Home About Us Services FAQ Reviews Blog Contact Home About Us Services FAQ Reviews Blog Contact How to Tackle Mold in Southwest Florida One of the most common questions we receive is, “How do I prevent & manage mold in South Florida?”. It’s understandable. Here in Southwest Florida, humidity runs high and heavy rain and major storms occur year-round. The potential for water damage (and mold growth) is always present. Luckily, there are a few things you can do to help prevent mold in your home. Below are a few of our top tips: ‣ Control humidity in your home. This is essential, and you can do this by setting your thermostat to Auto, replacing your filters regularly, using a dehumidifier and lowering the temperature inside your home. ‣ Prevent water leaks and mitigate damage. Prevention is best way. Once water intrusion occurs, if wet or damp areas are dried within 24-48 hours, in most cases mold will not grow. But you must act quickly. ⠀ ‣ Checking for leaks or damage after major storms, especially in high-risk areas like drain pans, drain lines, A/C units, roofs, bathrooms, sinks, etc. Regular storm checks are an important way to identify water damage and respond to the potential threat with a repair. Almost 66% percent of residents in Naples and Marco Island are seasonal. This poses an added challenge when it comes to mold prevention. Seasonal residents head back north each summer (some leaving 6 months at a time or more), and as we say, an unoccupied home is an at-risk home. Using a trusted home watch service can offer added protection. We make sure that every nook and cranny of your home is safe and in excellent condition. If we identify damage, we will be instantly in touch with you for next steps. Have a look around our website to learn more about our dedicated home watch services. Have questions? You can call us at (239) 360-3605 or drop us a line at info@gonapleshomewatch.com. We can’t wait to hear from you! Book a Free Consultation Today! With no strings attached, we can meet with you and quote your home for our home watch and concierge services. Call us today! We look forward to serving you. message us Call Us Sitemap | Privacy Policy | ©2025 All rights reserved
Vehicle Care Tips From a Trusted Mechanic
Home About Us Services FAQ Reviews Blog Contact Home About Us Services FAQ Reviews Blog Contact Vehicle Care Tips From a Trusted Mechanic Car care is important when you leave your car for extended periods of time. For this reason, we reached out to Go Naples Home Watch co-owner Vicky Cardone’s father for some helpful advice. Vicky’s father is a trusted mechanic with years of experience. Below are his comments on the topic. There are three possible options for a car that is parked for extended periods of time: Disconnect the battery. Not recommended! Most modern cars have so many electronic devices that when you disconnect the battery, these devices could reset or get significantly damaged. Start the vehicle for a set amount of time, but leave it parked. For certain vehicles this is not recommended because the engine will not have adequate time to cool down. As you drive, air currents help maintain the proper temperature for the engine. Drive the vehicle regularly for a short distance. The best option! This allows you to circulate air, dry out the condensation, allow tires to rotate normally and many other important benefits. A few reasons option #3 is the best way to keep your car (and most importantly, the engine) in excellent condition: Rotates the tires and avoids worn down tires. Helps circulate fresh air inside the vehicle. Avoids the constriction of the brake system. Prevents damage to the fuel injection system. Prevents mold inside and outside the vehicle. Extends the life of the automatic transmission. Prolongs the life of your car battery. If you choose option three, you can expect to return home to a car that is in good shape. We suggest that when you book our home watch services that you also opt for our car care services. We can easily help you protect and prolong the life of your vehicle, in addition to caring for your home. Get in touch to learn more! Book a Free Consultation Today! With no strings attached, we can meet with you and quote your home for our home watch and concierge services. Call us today! We look forward to serving you. message us Call Us Sitemap | Privacy Policy | ©2025 All rights reserved