The oil and gas industry is a lot more than just drilling and pipelines (although both remain major players in the field). The industry permeates all parts of Alberta and encompasses a myriad of professions. Engineers, scientists, mathematicians, accountants, finance officers and just about any supportive role you can think of work all around Alberta…
Renting out your cottage or cabin for use by other parties is a great way to help offset the costs of vacation or seasonal property ownership. However, if you choose to rent out your cabin or cottage regularly, you’ll need the right kind of rental property insurance to ensure your possessions and interests are protected.…
This week Chad Mullen, President of Lane’s Insurance, talks about the potential for home insurance rates to rise in the near future and how consumers may be able to circumvent this occurrence. Recently, several severe storms have resulted in record-breaking numbers of both home and auto insurance claims across the country…and most of them are…
Weekly: Inspect dry valves controlling water supplies used exclusively for the system to ensure they are accessible and working properly. Monthly: Inspect wet valves to ensure they are wide open and sealed or locked into position. Quarterly:Test sprinkler system alarm using the most hydraulically remote test connection or the alarm by-pass test connection (when conditions…
Have a process in place to obtain and verify insurance certificates is the best defense against uninsured contractors; it’s a simple solution to guard against potential risks. If contractors are adequately insured, their insurance will cover claims and the contractor will be responsible for any deductibles. Get the contractor’s license number and make sure they…
Most of us get behind the wheel each day with little thought to what we would do if we were in a collision. No one wants to go around thinking about danger and destruction, but with of 380,000 automobile accidents in Canada each year, it’s prudent to be prepared. Knowing how to be safe and responsible after…
Floods are defined as an overflow of water onto land that is normally dry, and are considered to be one of the most frequent natural hazards in Canada. Caused by melting snow or heavy rainfalls, they can occur at any time of the year and cause major damage to your home and belongings. Most homeowners…
Now that you’ve realized your dream of being able to take your home with you wherever you go, what are the limits? Will your policy take you as far as you want to go? Canadian insurance policies will typically take you wherever you want to go within Canada and the U.S. “Unfortunately, the laws of…