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You Likely Know Your Burgular
There is a good chance that the thief who entered your property while you were away is someone known to you. That's right, a recent survey in the United States indicated that 66% of residential break-ins were conducted by a neighbour, distant friend, relative or an...
Winnipeg Deep Freeze
Winnipeg is experiencing a major deep freeze. Already a number of cases of frozen pipes and flooded homes. If you are going to be away for any length of time, have someone check your home everyday. If you are not proactive protecting your home, your insurance may not...
Don’t assume your home is insured while you are away (for any reason)
If an emergency arose, such as a longer term stay in a hospital, don't automatically assume that your insurance coverage remains in place. Empty homes are a greater risk for insurance companies and they should be informed of material changes that compound the risk...
The Difference Between a Vacant Home and an Unoccupied Home
It is clearly understood that whenever a home is empty, it poses a much greater risk for damage, particularly water damage. With nobody home to take action or call an emergency provider, the longer the home is unattended, the greater the level of damage. Home...
Vacant and Unoccupied Homes; What is your insurance coverage?
Don't assume your insurance company will cover damages while you are away and your home is left vacant and/or unoccupied. Insurance requirements are changing all the time and it is prudent to check with your agency prior to departing. Certain preventative measures...
A Winnipeg Summer to Remember
What a summer! Can you remember a summer so sweet and blessed with endless warm and sunny days and virtually no mosquitoes. Festivals, patios, events and conditions perfect for summer activities. And cottage owners couldn't have asked for anything better. For me...
The Problem With Friends and Neighbours
Going to the cottage? Vacation? Extended business trip? Leaving your home vacant often creates and uneasy feeling. You have done your due diligence, turned off the water, stopped the paper, set up automatic lights, notified the alarm company and cancelled...
Vacation Plans or Going to the Cottage? Don’t Forget to Protect You’re Home While Your’re Away
After a long winter hibernation, many Winnipeggers are making plans to enjoy some cottage life or take a well earned relaxing vacation. As part of your plans make sure you have thought of the home you are leaving behind before you venture off. Here are a few quick...
Get ready to open your pool
Nothing like lounging around a pool during hot Winnipeg summer days. Right now as the ice and snow slowly recedes from the pool, it's time to think about getting ready. At Winnipeg Home check we have no problem recommending a great local company to open your pool for...
Insurance Risk – Have Your Home Checked When Away
Insurance companies in Canada may limit or void your homeowner coverage if you failed to recognize your obligations and did not take proactive steps to manage the risk. This is certainly the case with the most common coverage exclusion - water damage as a result of...
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