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Preparing Your Home for a Vacation

When preparing to leave for a vacation, it's easy to overlook basic home safety precautions. To protect your residence while you're away and enjoy a worry-free trip, keep in mind the following tips.

Insuring your home away from home

If you're investing in a second home, Scrivens has put together some insurance basics to help you make the best buying decision when it comes to determining insurability and estimating your ongoing cost of ownership.

Remodeling your home

It's time to renovate your home or cottage! Whether you have hired someone to renovate or you're doing it yourself, there are some things you need to be aware.

Preparing Your Business for Flooding

Neglecting to prepare your property for possible flooding can sink your business. Stay afloat with solid preparation and a thorough flood plan.

February 26, 2018

FAQ: Water Damage and Overland Flooding

Today's changing climate has seen an increase in extreme weather events as $1 billion has become the new normal for yearly catastrophic losses, mostly due to water-related damage.

February 14, 2018

How falling in love can impact your insurance

Should you be so lucky to be one of those couples to get engaged on Valentine's Day, there are a number of insurance-related concerns to keep in mind before your wedding.

November 27, 2017

The Importance of Fire Safety Plans

One of the best ways employers can protect their organization from costly and devastating fires is by establishing a fire safety plan.

November 17, 2017

Winter Weather Preparedness Checklist for your Business

Severe winter weather can lead to property damage, employee illness or injury, and possible business closures.

November 17, 2017

Prepare your home for winter with this checklist

Ottawa winters aren't always as mild as they were in 2016-2017 and forecasts show the upcoming winter will see returns of significant snow events. Fortunately with accurate forecasting, we are able to prepare for the worst.

Slip and Fall Prevention Tips

Employee and customer slips and falls are a large liability for your company. Train employees to practice slip and fall safety using good housekeeping and prevention techniques.

What To Do When Water Damage Happens

Sometimes, despite your best efforts, you will experience water damage in your home or business. Don't panic, make sure everyone is safe, call your insurance broker's claims line and follow these steps.

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