Summer Swimming Pool Safety Tips
July 3, 2023
Though splashing and diving is carefree fun, owning a backyard pool comes with serious responsibilities. From poolside party safety tips to supervision, there are many general safety precautions you can take to make sure your friends and family enjoy your pool safely.
General Pool Safety Recommendations:
Install a fence with self-locking and closing gates to completely isolate...
Prepare For The Chance of Wildfire
May 12, 2023
Dry periods with little rainfall can make brush, grass and trees more susceptible to burning. High winds can rapidly spread and quickly increase the size of a fire. When a wildfire strikes, it can destroy homes, businesses, infrastructure and entire communities.
Is there anything you can do to protect your home from a potential wildfire? The...
7 Ways to Reduce Your Chances of Vehicle Theft
March 7, 2023
The Insurance Bureau of Canada reports that auto thefts cost Canadians $1 billion per year because of organized auto theft rings.
What steps can you take to avoid becoming part of these statistics? Here are seven simple actions that can save you the stress and expense of a vehicle theft.
1. Keep your doors locked, even when...
8 Important Safety Tips When Using a Wood Burning Stove
February 6, 2023
Did You Know?
The largest source of fire in Canadian homes comes from fuel burning appliances. The main causes of fire include: inadequate clearance between the wood burner and walls, floors and furniture; creosote buildup in the chimney; poorly or improperly installed chimneys and improper installation of the wood burner itself.
Wood Burning Stove Safety
Use these tips...
10 Items to Always Keep In Your Vehicle
January 27, 2023
Going for a winter drive can be a lot of fun, but that isn’t always the case. Whether your vehicle breaks down or you end up off the road due to winter conditions, you can prepare yourself by keeping some essential supplies with you in the vehicle to utilize in a time of need.
Below is...
5 Tips for Preparing Your Business for the Holiday Season
November 14, 2022
The holiday season is a hectic time for consumers and businesses alike so preparing your business for the holiday season can be a stressful time. During this busy time, companies experience an uptick in foot traffic and sales, necessitating more product and staff.
While this often means higher profits for retail businesses, seasonal employees, crowded stores...
10 Home Renos That Can Potentially Lower a Home’s Resale Value
August 15, 2021
When it comes to home renovations, most people think that adding or changing parts of their home to something new will increase their home’s value, but this is not always true. There are some changes that can potentially depreciate your home’s resale value or make it harder to sell which every homeowner should be aware...
10 Easy Ways to Immediately Save Money as a Homeowner
September 8, 2020
Owning a home can be very rewarding, but the costs definitely add up quickly! Between the mortgage,insurance, taxes, utilities, renovations and other ongoing costs, it is nice to find ways to save!
We have prepared a list of 10 easy ways to save money as a homeowner anyone can use to begin saving money around the...
5 Tips to Help Reduce the Spread of COVID-19
April 6, 2020
Canada has declared a state of emergency due to COVID-19 and it is imperative that we do our best to reduce the spread to help flatten the curve on infections. We have prepared a list of 5 ways you can help reduce the spread of this virus. 1. Wash Your Hands
This can’t be said enough....
