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Backyard Fire Rules & Safety Regulations in Waterloo Region

Jul 19, 2022 | Home Insurance, Safety

Summer is a great time to get outside and enjoy the weather with friends and family. While fires can be great for socializing and enjoying the outdoors, they do come with inherent risks. Here we will try to outline the common issues, considerations, and guidelines to...

What I Learned After a Water Claim in My Basement

Apr 6, 2022 | Home Insurance, Safety, Staebler Employee Experiences

Special guest blog by Yolande Charest, VP, Finance at Staebler Insurance It was early spring of 2020 when my sump pump started making a very loud noise and I could smell burning oil. At first I thought it was because the sump pump had been working overtime draining...

How to Erase Your Phone and Other Digital Data When You Upgrade

Aug 31, 2021 | Home Insurance, Safety, Security

Consumers are constantly exposed to the latest and greatest in technology. From the faster, flashier, and smarter smartphones to the thinner but larger storage laptops, it’s easily tempting to upgrade our seemingly obsolete devices every year. But before you accept...

How to get rid of Gypsy Moths in Kitchener and Waterloo Region?

May 25, 2021 | Environment, Home Insurance

The European gypsy moth caterpillar, an invasive pest, has seen its population rise in Waterloo Region this summer and residents are wondering what they can do to stop the damage they cause. The caterpillars feed on leaves (lots and lots of leaves!) and if left...

Water Safety for Boating Season in Ontario

May 18, 2021 | Home Insurance, Safety, Staebler Insurance

It’s almost time to make waves again! The short wake of boating season typically begins in May and goes until September when the water temperatures dip too low to bear. Many recreational boaters in southern Ontario get started around Victoria Day long weekend (May...

Spring Flooding and Water Concerns in Waterloo Region

Mar 30, 2021 | Environment, Home Insurance, Water Damage

Early spring in Southern Ontario has begun with some spectacularly warm and sunny days. The melt of snow and ice seemed to come and go without much concern. But as we all know, Canadian "spring” weather is unpredictable: It can quickly turn around and return with a...

Stay Alert for these Pandemic-Related Schemes seen in Kitchener-Waterloo

Feb 11, 2021 | Home Insurance, Safety, Security

During these strange times of increased isolation and use of digital communication technologies, there’s increased activity of cyber threats to watch out for. We’ve put together some of the top phishing schemes and personal security concerns throughout Waterloo...

Protect Yourself: Online Holiday Shopping Safety

Dec 2, 2020 | Home Insurance, Safety, Security

There are many types of fraud schemes, with new ones invented every day! The holiday season typically brings with it an increase in purchases and financial transactions, which provides a great opportunity for fraudsters to take advantage of unsuspecting victims. ...

Don’t Let Patio Season End: Heat Options for the Outdoors

Nov 16, 2020 | Home Insurance, Safety

In Canada, patio season is a rite of spring. Unfortunately when our fall season hits, it usually signals the end of those patios – but this year is different. Bars and restaurants are going to need to rely on outdoor dining to stay in business, while individuals are...

BBQ Tips and Safety for Grilling Season

Jul 21, 2020 | Home Insurance, Safety

BBQ TIPS AND SAFETY FOR GRILLING SEASON It has been an outstanding start to summer, with hot and dry weather. It's been a great motivator to get outside and use the backyard barbecue. And with most of us spending more time at home and cooking for ourselves, there are...

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