Sump pump 101 April showers bring May flowers — and flooded basements, too. When it comes to preventing flooding in your home, sump pumps are among the most valuable tools at your disposal, especially during heavy rainfalls or snowmelt season. Learn how sump pumps work and how you can keep yours flowing smoothly all year…
How to prevent flood damage in your home When water ends up where it doesn’t belong, it can do a good deal of damage — but many homeowners don’t think about preventing water damage until it’s too late. Take these 10 steps to help prevent damage to your home before it happens: Seal cracks in…
A step-by-step guide to closing your cottage for the winter Summer days have come and gone, and for many Canadians, it’s almost time to close up the cottage and say “goodbye” until next spring. Check these 10 steps off your list as you prepare to leave your home-away-from-home for the season: Inspect your septic tank.…
10 Winter Safety Tips So it looks like winter is finally here! What better time to share our Top 10 Winter Insurance Claims that we see the most of here at our insurance brokerage, as well as some tips on how not to get left out in the cold by these common mishaps: 1. Auto…
