Its cold out there and the idea of heading to warmer climates appeals to many. Whether you book a trip to the sunny south or a weekend away skiing, please remember to protect your home. It’s no different than buying sunscreen to protect your skin. The following are some tips to keep in mind before […]
Geothermal heating and cooling units have become a popular option for homes and businesses in our area. A move to less reliance on fossil fuels and increased efficiency, coupled with government grants have driven the growth. Geothermal units use the relatively constant temperatures of 6 to 11 degrees Celsius in the soil below the frost […]
‘Ice dam’ – When you see those words, do you think of ice causing problems for the flow of water in a river? You’re right about the river, but an ice dam is also a build-up of ice that forms at the edge of a roof. It prevents melting snow (water) from escaping off the […]
Christmas brings on the busiest shopping season of the year. We’re all busy running around, trying to get those last minute gifts and groceries purchased. Why not consider making your purchases locally? ‘Why?’ you may ask. The answer is, it builds stronger communities. Local stores, shops and businesses employ local people; your family, friends and […]
The hustle and bustle of the holiday season is here. With the number of days to finish Christmas shopping being less everyday, we may not see the joy of the season in shopping mall parking lots. They can be a hotbed for auto accidents this time of year. And unfortunately, the Grinch could be hiding […]
No, not the virus that causes painful skin rashes, but the kind that protect our homes; roof shingles. They have been a bit of a problem lately as our claims team has received some reports about wind damage to shingles and water damage resulting from leaks through shingles. The biggest cause of roof and shingle […]
Whether you’re driving a broomstick or a stick shift (or automatic 🙂 ) this Halloween, we hope all ghosts, witches and princesses arrive home safely to sort, trade and eat their candy. Following some of many simple safety tips should help everyone to enjoy their night. For broomstick drivers: Costumes should be light coloured and […]
From an insurance company’s point of view, any time is a great time to talk about car safety and maintenance; especially if it involves prepping your vehicle for safe winter driving. The Automotive Industries Association of Canada has designated October as ‘Be Car Care Aware” month to remind Canadians to think about getting our vehicles […]
The second week in October brings us to Fire Prevention Week. This year the theme from the Ontario Fire Marshal is “Every Second Counts: Plan 2 Ways Out!” The goal of this year’s theme is to urge families to be proactive and practice their home fire escape plan as part of Fire Prevention Week. The […]
If you have a garden of your own, you’re are no doubt enjoying its colourful bounty this time of year. If not, hopefully you’ve made it to a local farmers’ market and purchased some wonderful produce and other goods. As we come up to Thanksgiving and celebrate Ontario Agriculture Week we give thanks to our […]
