News & Updates
From home and contents cleaning tips, to important information about the process of a claim and the restoration process, our blog is your one stop shop news and updates from DKI Calgary.
Ice Dams in Calgary: Why They Flood Your Ceiling and Whether Insurance Covers It
Chinooks make Calgary roofs unusually prone to ice dams. Here is how they form, the damage they do inside your attic and ceilings, what insurance will and will not pay for, and how to remove one without wrecking your roof.
Water Damage in a Calgary Condo: Who Pays, You or the Condo Corporation?
Alberta condo corporations can charge their insurance deductible back to a unit owner — up to $50,000, with no need to prove you did anything wrong. Here is how the rules work and what your own policy must cover.
Overland Water Insurance: Why Calgary Homeowners Need It in 2026
Overland water insurance explained for Calgary: what it covers, how it differs from sewer backup and standard policies, and why flood-season prep matters.
Biohazard Cleanup in Calgary: When to Call the Professionals (2026)
Biohazard cleanup in Calgary: what it covers, when it’s required (sewage, trauma, hoarding), why it isn’t DIY, the process, and insurance coverage.
How Long Does Water Damage Take to Dry? A Calgary Restoration Guide
How long does water damage take to dry? Usually 3-5 days with pro equipment. Calgary guide to drying time factors, the process, and avoiding mould.
Smoke Smell Removal After a House Fire: A Calgary 2026 Guide
Smoke smell removal after a house fire in Calgary: why odour lingers, DIY vs pro methods, thermal fogging and ozone, and what can be saved. 24/7 help.
What to Throw Out vs. Save After a Basement Flood: A Calgary Homeowner’s Decision Guide
After a Calgary basement flood, throw out anything porous that touched contaminated water — drywall, insulation, particleboard, mattresses, upholstered furniture, and food packaging. Save hard, non-porous items like glass, metal, sealed electronics, and solid wood once cleaned and dried within 24–48 hours. The water category, not the item, drives most decisions.
What Is Category 1, 2, and 3 Water Damage? IICRC Standards Explained for Calgary Homeowners
The IICRC S500 standard classifies water damage into three categories based on contamination level. Category 1 is clean water from a sanitary source. Category 2 (grey water) contains some contamination. Category 3 (black water) is grossly contaminated, including sewer backup and river flooding, and is the most hazardous.
Sewer Backup in Calgary: What to Do and How to Prevent It
2026 Calgary sewer backup guide — real cleanup costs, the certified IICRC S500 process, what Calgary home insurance actually covers, and how to claim the City of Calgary backwater valve subsidy.
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