by HomeCheck | Sep 15, 2023 | energy efficient furnace, flooded basement, frozen pipes, unoccupied home
Here’s a scene you would never want to experience. In this case the homeowner couldn’t even pump out the water because the furnace was flooded and inoperable. High efficiency furnaces have a sensor on the outside exhaust pipe that will shut down the...
by HomeCheck | Jan 7, 2023 | flooded basement, unoccupied home
Two appliances that are the most common problem for homeowners who are away for an extended period of time are the furnace and the hot water tank. They both seem to cause problems during the most inconvenient time. Let’s deal with the hot water tank first....
by HomeCheck | Jan 16, 2019 | frozen pipes, Home Check Services, insurance, unoccupied home, Winnipeg
The simple answer to this question is, “it depends”. One of Canada’s largest insurers, Intact Insurance, suggests that there is no requirement for scheduled checking of an unoccupied home. However in other cases, it can be as often as daily checks....
by HomeCheck | Dec 4, 2018 | frozen pipes, Home Check Services, unoccupied home, Winnipeg
If you are going away during a Winnipeg winter, your sump pump may freeze and cause problems they are designed to prevent. Make sure you have someone checking your sump pump while you are away. It is important to keep your water flowing. Water flow is obviously...
by HomeCheck | Feb 22, 2018 | flooded basement, Home Check Services, insurance, unoccupied home
A flooded basement can happen without warning and all too easily. This can be particularly shocking if it occurs while you are away. The Insurance Bureau of Canada has some good information on basement flooding and some simple ways to reduce your risk....
by HomeCheck | Nov 28, 2017 | Home Check Services, insurance, unoccupied home, vacant house, Winnipeg
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...
