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How to clean your gutters and downspouts
Your home’s gutter system is critical in directing rainwater away from your roofline and protecting your home’s roof, walls, and foundation from damage. As trees around your home change in the…
Condo Insurance – Did You Know?
Busting the top 5 myths about condo insurance So, you’re finally ready to buy that condo you’ve been dreaming about — and it’s time to shop for a condo insurance…
10 changes your home insurance company needs to know about
From getting a new roof to starting a home-based business, there are certain changes you need to share with your home insurer to make sure you have the right coverage…
How to prevent your hose bib from freezing
The outdoor faucet where you connect your hose (also known as the hose bib) can easily freeze in the winter if it isn’t properly drained. If water is left inside…
Cell phone security
We use smartphones and tablets for everything, from banking to sharing photos of our families — and generally speaking, most of us know how to keep them pretty secure. But…
Protecting your identity
What is Identity Theft? Identity theft is the process of stealing information or essentially their identity. They often use this information to commit financial crimes such as draining your bank…
How to make sure you never miss an insurance payment
Insurance is supposed to give you peace of mind, knowing that you’ll be protected when you need it most — the last thing you want to worry about is that…
BBQ Safety
Flare-ups can ruin a good meal or lead to major property damage if not managed properly. Most people that barbecue have encountered the dreaded flare-up and in some cases be…
COVID-19
COVID-19 | Breckles Update Updated: March 26, 2021 Breckles Group of Companies cares about the well being of our customers, employees and the communities we support. During this trying time…
Spring Home Checklist
The beauty of winter gives us an excuse to head south for some sun, take on winter sports, or simply curl up in a warm cozy ball binge-watching a Netflix…
Halloween candle safety
Candles are a great way to make your house feel more inviting, or help create a spooky ambiance. But candles can also be a serious fire hazard. In addition to…
Fall leaf cleanup
We chose the neighbourhood we live in because it is a mature area with unique homes, some larger lots, some heritage homes and very mature trees. Many of the streets…
What do brokers do?
Why choose an independent broker? In Canada, it is highly recommended to have insurance coverage and in some cases mandatory. There are several ways you are able to buy insurance. …
Traveling With Your Pet
Car safety tips when traveling with your Pet Check the regulations. If you live in Ontario, there may be different laws depending on where you are travelling that require you…
Be Flood Ready
Local flooding continues to be a challenge to deal with and we want to connect with you to discuss the importance of being “Flood Ready”. Imagine the burden a flood…
Going on vacation? home safety checklist
If you are going on vacation it is especially important to make your home appear inhabited. To fully protect your home you will need to enlist the help of trusted…
CHECKLIST: Retiree Insurance Protection
Every dollar counts – especially during retirement. We have prepared a quick checklist to help you uncover insurance savings and protection that you might be eligible for. This is a…
Tips for Outside Your Home
There are many things that you can do to the exterior of your house or in the yard to deter burglars and make it more difficult to force entry. Keep…