Month: August 2016

A Good Time to Think About Being Prepared for Emergencies

Severe late summer weather can sneak up on us in Canada. And approaching winter storms aren’t that far away either. September is an excellent time to prepare for the unexpected and to encourage others to assemble an emergency kit for their safety in an emergency. Different areas, of course, can… Read more »

Home Buyers Win By Planning Ahead for Homeowners Insurance
Extra Summer Care for Your Air Conditioner

Extra Summer Care for Your Air Conditioner

Chances are that if you have an air conditioner, it has been hard at work this summer. And while we appreciate being kept cool and comfortable, especially during hot or humid summer months, we quickly get ‘hot under the collar’ when our air conditioner stops working. What’s worse, it can… Read more »

House Painter’s Oily Rags Smolder to Ignite Substantial New-Home Fire
Dangerous Fire Ignited by Sunshine, Summer Heat and Dog Waste

Dangerous Fire Ignited by Sunshine, Summer Heat and Dog Waste

Approximately 75 million dogs live with their owners throughout the U.S. So it’s a wonder that this fire hazard hasn’t grown more widespread, especially during periods of high summer heat and intense mid-day sunlight. Who among us would think twice about tossing collected dog waste in a cardboard carton? This… Read more »