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title: Insurance Blog | Chamberlain Insurance Agency in Portland, Oregon
description: Read the Chamberlain Insurance Agency blog for local, interesting and up-to-date Portland insurance news.
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# Chamberlain Insurance Blog

## Chamberlain Insurance

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[**Grill Safely With These Outdoor Cooking Tips** — Grilling food is a fun pastime, and it’s ideal on those summer days when you don’t want to heat up the kitchen. But every year, there are accidents and home fires because people don’t grill safely. Follow these tips to make sure you and your household don’t become one of those statistics. — **Avoid…** — Jan 24, 2023](/blog/2023/grill-safely-with-these-outdoor-cooking-tips)

[**What to Check Before Buying a Used Car** — With the new car market impacted by shipping delays, many people are choosing to buy used cars lately. And some people only purchase a used vehicle because it saves them money and lets the first owner figure out if it’s a lemon or not (most major problems show up by around 60,000 miles). Here’s a… — Dec 2, 2022](/blog/2022/what-to-check-before-buying-a-used-car)

[**Should I Notify My Insurance Company About a New Puppy?** — Having a new puppy join your household can change your life. The snuggles and kisses make getting up in the middle of the night for potty breaks worth it, but in the whirlwind of change, it’s easy to forget some practicalities. For example, should you inform your insurance company about your new… — Nov 4, 2022](/blog/2022/should-i-notify-my-insurance-company-about-a-new-puppy)

[**Things to Know When Shopping for Home and Auto Insurance** — If you’re looking around for home or auto insurance, you may find the process confusing, especially if you’re new to buying coverage and aren’t familiar with the terminology. Here are five essential things you should know when you consider options for your residence or vehicle. — **What Is a…** — Sep 2, 2022](/blog/2022/things-to-know-when-shopping-for-home-and-auto-insurance)

[**Simple Household Pest Control Methods** — No one likes the thought of having pests in their home, whether they be rodents, cockroaches, ants, or any other common household pests. If pest activity is common in your area, it is important to take steps to prevent them from infesting your home. Try these tips to help keep pests at bay over the… — Jul 11, 2022](/blog/2022/simple-household-pest-control-methods)

[**Landscape Maintenance Tips for Your Yard** — You've worked hard to create a beautiful garden for your yard, but there is more to yard maintenance than simply mowing the lawn and watering the plants. There are plenty of other tasks you'll need to complete in order to keep your yard looking its best over the years. Here are a few yard-care jobs… — Jun 3, 2022](/blog/2022/landscape-maintenance-tips-for-your-yard)

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