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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...

Kitchener Joins Cambridge and Waterloo with A No-Idling Bylaw

Feb 26, 2021 | Car Insurance, Travel

The City of Kitchener announced this week their new anti-idling bylaw, which moves Kitchener more in line with similar bylaws in the neighbouring cities of Cambridge and Waterloo. The new rule targets drivers who keep their engines running for more than three minutes...

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...

Top Ways to Save on Your Car Insurance

Jan 27, 2021 | Car Insurance, Travel

In our last blog we discussed why auto insurance rates are going up. Unfortunately as an individual driver many of those factors are out of your control. But there are some things you can control and they can help lead you to savings on your auto insurance premiums...

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...

Ontario Walking Trails To Try This Fall

Oct 15, 2020 | Environment, General, Staebler Suggests, Travel

As the days become cooler and the leaves begin to change colour, it becomes more difficult to find ways to spend time outdoors. While the warm days at the beach are behind us, it is still possible to spend time outdoors and take in all the beauty that fall has to...

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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