Wind Damage – Are you prepared for the worst?
Many Ontario residents were caught off guard and impacted by sudden and intense windstorm events that have occurred over the past few years. Here is some information that could be beneficial to know as we head into the windy months ahead. There are several types of storms that can cause […]
Read MoreHow are insurance companies supporting you through COVID-19?
The first question our brokers were asked when COVID-19 hit in March of 2020 was, ‘what is my insurance company going to do for me during this time?’ And with Ontario subsequently dealing with wave two and wave three of the pandemic, we’re seeing the need for insurance companies to […]
Read MoreFlood Risk: Here’s what homeowners can do!
Homeowners are falling behind when it comes to protecting their homes from catastrophic events. As the frequency and severity of events increase across the country so should the preventative measures being taken by homeowners. This is especially the case when it comes to flooding. In fact, the number of homes […]
Read MorePrince Harry and Meghan Markle’s engagement has us thinking DIAMONDS – and how to protect yours!
While everyone is busy thinking about the ring Prince Harry put on Meghan Markle’s finger, we are busy thinking about the rings you have on yours. The three-stone engagement ring which was reportedly designed by Prince Harry himself features diamonds from both Botswana (a recent vacation destination of the love […]
Read MoreOverland Water Protection
Ask us about Overland Water Protection According to Environment Canada, over the past sixty years our atmosphere has been getting warmer and wetter. Climate change could bring about another overland flood such as the storm in Burlington last year that saw 190mm of rain fall within hours causing severe damage. […]
Read MoreMortgage Insurance – What you should know
Mortgage Insurance If you own a home, it is highly likely you have what the banks call Mortgage Insurance, issued by them, which is attached to your home mortgage. Therein lays one of the biggest and most convoluted perceptions of what in fact this product is and what it isn’t. […]
Read MoreWater Damage & Sewer Back-up
Water Damage & Sewer Back-up by Cathy Cornhill, Director of Operations, Personal Lines Whether we want to acknowledge it or not, global warming and extreme weather patterns are expected to have an increased impact on our world in the next decade. Rarely a week goes by that we don’t read […]
Read MoreReducing the Risk of Basement Flooding
Basement flooding can be a substantial problem for homeowners as it can cause damage to the structure of the home, destroy personal property and can create health risks for the residents of the home. Although there is always a chance that a home may experience a flood, there are steps […]
Read More‘When should I contact my broker?’
To ensure that you are properly rated and that you have disclosed all required information to your insurance company, it is important to review the details of your policy on a regular basis. In order to personalize your policies we need to be aware of changes that may have taken […]
Read MorePreventing Crime & Vandalism
According to Statistics Canada, there are over one million property crimes in Canada each year. Good maintenance and housekeeping can help act as deterrents as properties are less susceptible to loss from crime and vandalism when they look like their owners care. Crime and Vandalism Prevention Tips: Make it Bright: […]
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