Alberta is home to many wild storms, and it’s unfortunately not unusual for our trees to become casualties. When fierce winds knock down your beloved 80-foot spruce tree, there is more than one loss to consider. There is the grief at the loss of the tree, then the aftermath of the damage caused. As beautiful…
Calgary is headed into its third year of record-setting home sales, which experts say has been prompted by residents looking for more space while we are all working from home and staying in more often. Many property owners are reporting being able to unload their homes in lightning-fast time – often in less than a…
Homes are complicated. Not only is there a lot of maintenance and upkeep involved, adding, subtracting and replacing things can make a difference in its overall value. That’s why it’s important to take a comprehensive home inventory yearly, and to make sure you keep your home insurance provider aware of any renovations and improvements. When…
If you’re one of thousands of cabin owners in Alberta, it’s important that you regularly review your cabin insurance coverage, just as you would with a homeowners’ policy. Different occupancy patterns and lifestyles dictate different insurance needs. Whether you’re going over your current policy or shopping for a new one, remember that cabin insurance in…
The rise of digital media has changed the way hundreds of thousands of Canadians work. It’s becoming increasingly common for people to work from home, either part-time or full-time. If you telecommute or operate a home-based business, you may need to later or update your homeowners insurance to properly protect your assets. Basic home insurance is not…
There’s an old saying in Calgary…if you don’t like the weather, wait five minutes. The adage ends there, but the implication is obvious. In five minutes it could be nicer out. But it could also be far worse. Calgary and Alberta have always had severe climates, but we tend to shrug off the bad days and…
March means a lot of melting and re-freezing here in Calgary, so there even though spring is nigh there continues to be the danger of icy and wet sidewalks, porches and steps around your home. No one likes to think about an accident occurring on your property, but it is important to know the risks and…
Choosing a home security system can be a challenging task, but when you take the time to do the research to find the right system to meet your needs, you can protect your loved ones and save money on your Alberta house insurance at the same time. Carefully consider your needs, talk to your friends…
Your roof and siding are the two outermost layers that protect your home. These layers not only keep your home warm and dry, they also protect its structural integrity and other components. Hail, wind, heavy snow and rainstorms often result in flying debris that damage roofs and siding. When damage is minor, it often goes undetected. Failure to detect minor damage and/or…
If you have ever dreamed of starting a home business, you have probably considered all of the advantages: no more commuting, no more office politics, and no more pointless meetings. As the boss, you set the schedule and the priorities. What you earn is yours, and it’s all the direct result of your own hard work. You are…