State Farm® Insurance Agent Amanda LeClair

March Tip: Everyone I've talked to lately has mentioned the major increase on our electric bills. You have to pay your utility bills no matter what they are (and what the temperature is outside) but a few easy steps can help you trim your energy consumption. Consider these ways to reduce energy consumption at home that may help you save more and use less. .

• Unplug unused electronics and small appliances- According to Trulia, electronics and small devices such as, microwaves, phone chargers, coffee pots consume a whopping 10% of your yearly energy cost. Use then unplug if possible. Only run your major appliances (like your dishwasher and your washer and dryer) during "non-peak hours" — pre-specified times typically associated with lower demand. Check with your utility company for the details.

• Turn down your water heater-many are set to 140 degrees but 120 works well for daily needs. Turning down your water heater by just 10 degrees may save you up to 5% on your energy bill.

• Check for proper insulation-Just a slim gap of 1/8 inch around a door frame is about the same as having a 2.5-inch hole in a wall to the outside. To find out which doors and windows are contributing to your high energy bills, hold a lit candle close to the frames and see if a draft blows the flame. If it does, consider sealing with plastic insulation kits or re-caulking windows, and boosting the weather stripping on doors.

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I have been with State Farm since June of 2002 and proudly your local State Farm Agent since 2008. I am originally from Winslow, ME, and now live in the Bangor Area with my fiance, two children, dogs and horses. I am a Thomas College graduate with a degree in small business management/entrepreneurship. Coming from a family of several entrepreneurs myself, I always wanted to own my own business. Being your State Farm Agent allows me to do what I love by helping you manage the risks of everyday life, recover from the unexpected, and achieve your financial dreams with proper planning and a solid road map for success.

My team offers over 20 years of licensed insurance experience offering auto insurance, home insurance, renters insurance, business insurance, and life insurance to the Greater Bangor Area. My team and I understand that insurance is not a one size fits all and we’re dedicated to making sure we provide customers with the right coverage to fit their needs. Our goal is to provide excellent customer service to everyone while focusing on building long term and trustworthy relationships. Here at State Farm we care for our customers and our community and believe it is important to give back which is why we volunteer when we can and also partner with many nonprofits for the State Farm Quotes for Good Program. We look forward to showing you why State Farm is the top insurance provider. Please walk in, call in or click in to meet myself and my team.

Products and Services Offered Include:

• Auto Insurance including Antique Cars, Motorcycle, ATV, Snowmobile, Camper and RV

• Home Insurance

• Renter's Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Boat Insurance

• Condo Insurance

• Personal Liability Umbrella Insurance

• Personal Articles Insurance, including Jewelry, Tractors, Hearing Aids, Musical Instruments, Fine Arts and Collectibles

• Small Business Insurance

• Commercial Auto Insurance

• Business Liability Insurance Worker's Compensation Insurance

• Banking Loans Refinance and New Purchase

• Retirement Planning

Areas we Service

• Hampden

• Bangor

• Winterport

• Frankfort

• Hermon

• Carmel

• Brewer

• Penobscot County

• Waldo County

• Hancock County

• All of Maine