Don’t Get Winded From Wind Damage
Fall has arrived and temperatures are dropping. The cooler weather calls for fallen leaves and windier days. However, some days can be windier than others. Two weeks ago, the Maritime Provinces experienced a strong fall storm. They had winds of about 60 kilometres per hour causing power outages and fallen trees to name a few. […]
Fang-tastic Tips for Halloween Safety
When you hear the word Halloween, insurance is the last thought that comes to mind. A night full of dressing up, fun and candy, Halloween can also cause potential injuries or damages that will require filing a claim to your insurance company. Beyond those potential injuries or damages, there are also a few concerns to […]
Beware of These Halloween Hazards
It’s the spookiest time of the year! Halloween is all about dressing up and trick or treating, but for homeowners it can potentially be filled with more tricks than treats. From slip and falls, egging your house, smashed windows and many more, Halloween night can present damages to your home and cars. Here’s what homeowners […]
Thanksgiving Cooking and Fire Safety Tips
Thanksgiving is one of the best Canadian holidays of the year. It’s about celebrating the harvest year and reminding ourselves of the blessings we’ve received. It’s also about spending time with family and friends, but nothing feeds your soul more than a delicious and festive dinner. Almost every household will be cooking up a storm […]
Car insurance claims and betterment charges
Content courtesy from the Economical Insurance website. Being involved in a collision can be overwhelming — so we’re here to make sure complicated insurance terms don’t cause you any additional stress. Here’s what you need to know if you’re asked to pay a betterment charge during your car insurance claim. What is a betterment charge? […]
5 ways to make your home more secure
Content courtesy from the Economical Insurance website. Protecting your humble abode from unwanted guests is easier than you might think. Keep these tips in mind to help prevent break-ins and keep your space safe: 1. Lock your doors — even when you’re at home. While it might seem unnecessary to lock your doors when you’re […]
How to prevent flood damage in your home
Content courtesy from the Economical Insurance website. 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: 1. Seal cracks in […]
Top 10 tips for saving on home insurance
Content courtesy from the Economical Insurance website. Whether you’re a first-time homeowner or you’re getting ready to downsize, there’s a lot to think about when you’re buying a new home — and once you’ve found your humble abode, the last thing you want to worry about is the cost of insuring it. Fear not! We’ve […]
Common home insurance endorsements to add to your policy
Content courtesy from the Economical Insurance website. Home insurance is designed to protect you and your family when you need it most — but all policies have limits and exclusions, and you may want to add extra coverage to make sure you’ll always be protected. In the insurance world, an “endorsement” is a change to the coverage outlined […]
7 tips for first-time homeowners
Content courtesy from the Economical Insurance website. So, you’ve taken the leap and bought your first home. Before you get settled in, check these seven steps off your list to get off to a good start in your new space. Get the right home insurance. You likely purchased property insurance before you took out a mortgage on your new […]
