If you're an Albertan like me, you're probably not used to thick fog on your commute to work. My friends and family over in BC look at this thick fog and they think nothing of it really. Today is just a regular Tuesday for them. For me? I was white knuckling it on my way into the city. In order to help my fellow Albertan's, here are 7 helpful tips to getting you through the fog safely.

On Saturday afternoon I was relaxing on my couch with my girlfriend watching some of the afternoon hockey games. We kept getting the same couple of ads for new cellphones, which I should indicate came at a rather timely moment. Our phone contract ended in January of this year and I hadn't gotten around to really looking for what kind of new phone I might want next. 

As the weather warms up and snow starts to melt, spring can bring an increased risk of flooding in homes. Whether it's heavy rainfall or melting snow, excess water can seep into basements and crawlspaces, causing costly damage to homes and belongings. Fortunately, many causes of spring home flooding can be prevented with some simple steps. We'll explore some of the most common causes of spring home flooding and provide practical tips on how to prevent them. By taking these measures, you can help safeguard your property and prepare for the season ahead.

When it comes to protecting your home, property insurance is a must-have. However, many homeowners are unaware of the additional benefits that property insurance can provide beyond just coverage for the physical structure of their home. From personal property protection to identity theft protection, property insurance can offer a wide range of protections for your assets. In this article, we'll explore the surprising benefits of property insurance and show you how you can use it to protect more than just your home.

Sewer backups, the homeowner equivalent to being up a creek without a paddle. A sewer backup refers to the flow of wastewater into a home due to blockages or damage in the sewer lines, heavy rainfall, or overwhelmed sewer systems. It can cause damage and pose a health hazard. In order to get you the best information on sewer backups, we have created this comprehensive guide to help you make the most informed decision. 

Through December 2022 and early January 2023, we were running a $1,500 quote contest with Armour Insurance. Anyone who got a quote with Armour or referred a someone to get a quote with Armour was eligible to win. 

Over the Christmas break, some family friends of ours had their snowmobiles stolen right off their flatbed trailer. It was on relatively well lit street, the snowmobiles were tied down and didn't have the keys in them, and they weren't in a seedy area where you might expect something like this. Despite all of this, they still had their snowmobiles stolen in the early hours of boxing day. 

The Alberta government announced on January 25, 2023 that they would be freezing auto insurance rates and making it easier for residents to pay monthly for their insurance. We wanted to clarify what this all means for Albertans, how your it impacts your insurance premiums this year, and what it will mean going forward. 

If your car is making any sound other than the typical operating noises, you probably have some issues with your vehicle. In order to help your avoid expensive auto repairs it's good to proactively listen to what your car is telling you. Keeping an ear out for unusual sounds in your car can help you identify potential problems early and prevent costly repairs. Here are some common car sounds and what they may indicate: 

Convictioncan be a bit of a scary word. In this context, convictions are not quite as dramatic as a Law and Order kind of convictions. In this case, a conviction refers to a driving conviction on your record. A driving conviction is when you get a pullover ticket where you were cited by the police for breaking the law.

*Note that only pullover tickets caused by your driving behaviour will impact your insurance.