5 Important Fall Home Maintenance Tasks
October 6, 2024
Fall is here! Follow this checklist to get all of the basic fall home maintenance out of the way before the snow flies.
1. Clean Gutters
Cleaning the gutters can be a dirty and annoying task, but imagine leaving it until spring. What a mess that would be! Clogged gutters can lead to water overflowing from the...
What Should You Do if You Have Ice Dams and How Do You Prevent Them?
February 2, 2024
An ice dam is a thick ridge of ice that forms at the edge of a roof. It prevents melting snow from draining off, forcing the melted water to seep underneath shingles. The water can leak into your home, damaging insulation, walls and ceilings.
Here are some suggestions from PBS’s This Old House and CAA Quebec...
10 Eco-Friendly Upgrades for a More Energy-Efficient Home
July 18, 2023
In a world increasingly concerned about environmental sustainability, homeowners have an opportunity to make a positive impact by implementing eco-friendly upgrades in their homes. These upgrades not only reduce your carbon footprint but also often result in long-term cost savings. Here are some eco-friendly upgrades to consider for a more sustainable home:
1. Install energy-efficient appliances:...
5 Essential Home Insurance Tips for First-Time Homeowners
May 26, 2023
Already became or are looking to become a first-time homeowner? As you look to settle into your new abode, it's crucial to protect your investment and ensure peace of mind. One key aspect of safeguarding your home is obtaining the right insurance coverage. In this blog post, we'll explore five essential tips specifically tailored for...
5 Simple Summer Renovations Likely to Increase your Home’s Value
May 15, 2023
Summer is typically people’s favorite time of year and with the beautiful weather people don’t have a hard time finding ways to stay busy outside with various summer activities. However, people often overlook this valuable time to complete some simple renovations. Read below to see 5 renovations that you can try and tackle this summer...
Emergency Planning: Grab-and-Go Bag
March 31, 2023
If a tornado, flood, wildfire, or other emergency forces you to evacuate your home, you’ll need to take the essentials with you. A grab-and-go bag is an important part of your family’s emergency action plan.
The purpose of a grab-and-go bag is to ensure your critical items are readily available at a moment’s notice. When a...
7 Fireplace Safety Tips for Your Home
January 10, 2023
This is a wonderful time of year to curl up in front of the fireplace with a few logs burning brightly, but if you haven’t used your fireplace or wood-burning stove in a while, it’s a good idea to have a certified, professional chimney sweep inspect your chimney for a dangerous buildup of creosote. Creosote...
7 Important Steps to Filing a Property Insurance Claim
August 11, 2022
When a natural disaster like a tornado, flood or earthquake strikes, the last thing you want to think about is going back to survey the damage and file a claim. However, this important step will ensure that you are reimbursed for damages and will allow your family to regain a sense of security.
Here are the...
8 Green Living Tips to Use in Your Home!
March 1, 2021
Live Green in Every Room in Your Home
Living green, building green and surrounding yourself with earth-friendly products minimizes the negative impact you have on the natural world. By abiding by green principles, not only are you keeping your family from getting sick, you are also looking out for Mother Nature’s limited resources.
Here are some earth-friendly...
