As we head into a heat wave under the smokey sky’s still reeling from the impact of our flood season, there is no denying we can feel the impact of climate change in our community. It affects almost every aspect of our lives from agriculture and property to health and daily activities. According to the […]
If your home is in a location where seasonal flooding may occur, you need to know how to prepare your home to resist or survive flooding. Sub-surface water leaks These occur when groundwater levels rise enough to enter the house through cracks or openings in foundations, basement slabs, or sumps and foundation drainage systems. You […]
Okanagan winters can shift from mild to extreme without much warning. Heavy snowfall, freezing rain, and prolonged cold snaps put serious pressure on homes across Kelowna and West Kelowna — from frozen pipes bursting inside walls to ice dams backing water under your roof. The good news is that most winter property damage is preventable […]
Make sure your home is well insulated and that you have weather stripping around your doors and window sills to keep the warm air inside. Make sure you have a working carbon monoxide detector. Keep fire extinguishers on hand, and make sure everyone in your house knows how to use them. Locate and know how […]
