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EPISODE · Jan 2, 2026 · 55 MIN

Home Maintenance For Preventing Insurance Claims - With Shanna Fowkes

from FinancialGinger · host Jacob Brad Johnson

Most insurance claims don’t start with disasters.They start with small things people didn’t think mattered.Jacob Johnson sits down with Shanna Fowkes, from ServiceMaster by A3DS, to talk about home maintenance that protects your home from claims. What actually causes claims, what homeowners overlook, and how simple preventative work can save thousands of dollars and years of stress.Shanna shares what she sees inside homes every day; from aging hvac systems, water issues, dryer vents, and “minor” upkeep items that can suddenly turn into a major disaster. Jacob explains how calendaring maintenance can keep home insurance rates down &  why even small claims matter more than people realize.We’ll dive into- Specific maintenance items you can put on your monthly and annual digital calendar to maintain your home on auto pilot- The most common home maintenance issues that turn into insurance claims- Why water damage is one of the most expensive, and often times avoidable, losses- Shanna’s childhood housefire and how that helps her empathize with YOU when you experience a major home loss.So pull out your calendar, and set up automatic reminders for these action items so YOU can do simple home maintenance for preventing insurance claims.Owning a home isn’t about perfection. It’s about awareness, consistency, and having the right people in your corner before something breaks, so get Shanna and ServiceMaster in your corner, and Jacob as your insurance agent!If you own a home (plan to buy one in the future!) This episode will help you plan out a schedule for home maintenance, so you can prevent many common insurance losses.Shanna Fowkes - ServiceMaster by A3DShttps://www.facebook.com/servicemasterrestoreA3www.instagram.com/[email protected] with FinancialGinger [email protected], it’s not about impressing you… it’s about serving you.Actionable Financial Information For UtahnsEpisode #16: FinancialGinger

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