Snow Blower Operating Safety Guide
December 13, 2021
Snow removal can be hard on the body when it’s necessary to clear a large area with only a shovel, especially after a heavy snow. Using a snow blower may be the perfect way to give your back a break, however, it is important to take the proper safety precautions to avoid unnecessary injury while...
Vacant Property Insurance Explained
October 16, 2021
Owning a vacant building can pose serious liabilities because vacant buildings are more susceptible to vandalism, undetected repairs, fire and other losses. If you own vacant property, it is advisable to purchase Vacant Property Insurance, also known as Vacant Building Insurance or Vacant Dwelling Insurance, to protect against risks.
Risks
The following are the most prevalent risks...
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...
Carbon Monoxide Poison Prevention Safety Tips
March 23, 2021
What Is Carbon Monoxide?
Carbon monoxide (CO) is considered the “silent killer” because it is impossible to see, taste, or smell the toxic fumes, and it can kill you before you are aware it is in your home. At lower levels of exposure, CO causes mild effects that are often mistaken for the flu. At higher...
Tips to Help Avoid Contractor Fraud
January 29, 2021
The average homeowner likely won’t know the cost of materials and labor put into home repairs. As a result, it’s important to stay informed when dealing with contractors so you don’t end up paying for needless repairs.
It’s often said that if something seems too good to be true, then it probably is. This advice is...
10 Tips to Help Keep Your Auto Insurance Rates Low
December 17, 2020
Auto Insurance rates vary based on a variety of factors. Knowing how premiums are calculated can help you control the cost of your insurance and keep it low.
What affects rates? Size and performance of your vehicle. Smaller cars can cause your premium to be higher because they sustain more damage in collisions. High-performance vehicles, such...
4 Tips for Safe Last Minute Holiday Shopping During Covid-19
December 14, 2020
It’s that time of year again! Some people are all done their shopping, some are purchasing the few remaining gifts and others are just getting started! If you’re still shopping for those perfect gifts be sure to keep yourself and others safe with these 4 tips.
1. Get Curbside Pickup
Most businesses across Canada have this option...
Chimney Maintenance
December 13, 2020
Did You Know?
In spite of the ambiance and relaxation that a fireplace provides, there are also inherent fire dangers. To combat the risk of fire or inhalation of dangerous carbon monoxide (CO) gas, it is important for you to make chimney maintenance part of your home loss prevention plan. Consider implementing this as one of...
3 Tips to Maintain Your Mental Health When Working Remotely
November 23, 2020
Due to Covid-19 things have been changing drastically when it comes to our norms at the workplace. One of those changes is people now working remotely. Even though it is a great option for many of us, it still comes with other challenges and maintaining a good sense of mental health is one of them....
