--- title: Insurance Blog | Omega Pacific Insurance in Central California description: Read the Omega Pacific Insurance Solutions blog for local, interesting and up-to-date Central California insurance news. --- # INSURANCE BLOG [**How to Avoid Animal-Vehicle Collisions** — About 2 million times every year, animals and cars collide on U.S. roadways — often causing serious and even fatal injuries to drivers and passengers, along with about $1 billion in damage, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. — And, these collisions spike in the fall and winter, thanks… — Jan 8, 2016](/blog/2016/how-to-avoid-animal-vehicle-collisions) [**Safe, Secure Shopping: Tips for Black Friday** — It's become almost as much a part of Thanksgiving as turkey and football: Black Friday, the morning-after (or in some cases evening-after) shopping spree. It's the biggest shopping day of the year, an event in its own right. Unfortunately, the massive crowds it draws can lead to parking lot… — Nov 6, 2015](/blog/2015/safe-secure-shopping-tips-for-black-friday) [**Your Home Maintenance Checklist for Fall** — Fall brings more than just changing leaves and shorter days. In many areas, it also comes with a shift in weather conditions that can have a serious impact on your home. And, don’t forget, winter is right around the corner, too. — Before the rain and cold take over, it’s time to do some routine… — Oct 6, 2015](/blog/2015/your-home-maintenance-checklist-for-fall) [**Keep Cool While Keeping Your Energy Costs Down** — Two thirds of households in America have air conditioners, according to the U.S. Department of Energy — and they spend a total of $11 billion each year running them. — Our guess is that most of those households (which may include yours) wouldn’t mind spending a little less to keep their homes cool.… — Aug 25, 2015](/blog/2015/keep-cool-while-keeping-your-energy-costs-down) [**Tips for a Safe Fourth of July — From Food to Fireworks** — Memorial Day might be the unofficial start of summer, but Independence Day is when the season truly kicks into high gear. July 4 is a holiday that has something for everyone, whether you like to host (or attend) backyard barbecues, get out on the water or just hang out at home and watch the “bombs”… — Jul 17, 2015](/blog/2015/tips-for-a-safe-fourth-of-july-from-food-to-fireworks) [**Commuting by Bike: How to Get to the Office on Two Wheels** — There are plenty of great reasons to bike to work: Commuters who ride save money on gas and car insurance, stay fit and help the environment (they don’t get stuck in traffic, either). And they even have fun — as long as they keep safety in mind at all times, that is. — If you’re just getting… — Jun 5, 2015](/blog/2015/commuting-by-bike) [**Spring Into Home Maintenance Mode in California** — Spring is a time for rejuvenation, and, as the weather gets warmer here in Modesto, California, and the days grow longer, there's a positive energy in the air. Many people decide it's the perfect time for reorganizing and refreshing their homes, while others eagerly get to work in the yard and… — Apr 3, 2015](/blog/2015/spring-into-home-maintenance-mode) [**How to Create Your First Garden This Spring** — From genetically modified crops to the environmental and health effects of pesticides, more and more California residents are questioning whether they should grow what they eat. — Wherever you stand on the issues surrounding today’s food supply, however, there are several good reasons to start your… — Mar 6, 2015](/blog/2015/how-to-create-your-first-garden-this-spring) [**Helping Seniors Have a Wonderful Winter** — Slippery sidewalks. Freezing temperatures. Power outages. Winter isn't always a wonderland. If you regularly lend a hand to a senior friend or family member here in California, it may be a good time of the year to provide some extra support. Read on to learn some ways you may be able to help. — **…** — Feb 13, 2015](/blog/2015/helping-seniors-have-a-wonderful-winter) * * * - [1](/blog.md) - [2](/blog.md/page-2) - [3](/blog.md/page-3) - [4](/blog.md/page-4) - [5](/blog.md/page-5) - [6](/blog.md/page-6) - [7](/blog.md/page-7) - [8](/blog.md/page-8) - [9](/blog.md/page-9) - [10](/blog.md/page-10) - [11](/blog.md/page-11) - [12](/blog.md/page-12) - [13](/blog.md/page-13) - [14](/blog.md/page-14) - [15](/blog.md/page-15) - [16](/blog.md/page-16)