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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.
What to Do After Hail Damage to Your Calgary Home: A Complete Homeowner’s Guide
Calgary is the hailstorm capital of Canada. When hail strikes your home, knowing what to do — from safety steps and damage documentation to insurance claims and professional restoration — can save you thousands and speed up your recovery.
What Does Property Damage Insurance Actually Cover in Calgary?
When unexpected damage affects your home, one of the first questions homeowners ask is whether their insurance will cover the repairs. Unfortunately, property insurance policies can be confusing, filled with technical language and coverage …
Does Home Insurance Cover Water Damage in Calgary?
Quick answer: Most Calgary home insurance policies cover water damage that is sudden and accidental, like a burst pipe or a ruptured hot water tank. Damage that builds up slowly, comes from poor maintenance, or enters from outside as flooding or sewer backup is...
Spring Thaw Flooding in Calgary: Prevention and Cleanup Tips
As winter fades and temperatures rise, many Calgary homeowners face one of the most common seasonal risks: spring thaw flooding. While warmer weather is welcome after months of cold, rapid snowmelt combined with frozen ground can overwhelm drainage systems and send...
How to File a Property Insurance Claim After a Disaster
A burst pipe, a kitchen fire or a summer hailstorm can turn an ordinary day upside down. Once everyone is safe, the next question is the insurance claim: who to call, what to photograph and what you can clean up. This guide explains how to file a property insurance...
Is Mould Dangerous? What Calgary Homeowners Need to Know
Mould is one of the most misunderstood—and underestimated—problems facing Calgary homeowners. While mould often begins quietly behind walls, under flooring, or inside attics, its impact on your health, property value, and indoor air quality can be severe if left...
Winter Home Damage in Calgary: Top Risks and How to Prevent Them
Calgary winters are harsh, unpredictable and increasingly volatile. One week may bring mild Chinook temperatures, and the next can deliver deep freezes dipping below –30°C. These rapid transitions create a perfect environment for home damage—particularly when moisture, snow and
What to Do if a Tree Falls on Your House During a Calgary Storm
Calgary sees intense weather events — strong wind gusts, microbursts and heavy spring/fall storms — that can uproot or break trees. When a tree strikes a house it causes two kinds of immediate risk: danger to people (falling timber, structural collapse, electrical fire) and rapid secondary
Signs of Hidden Water Damage in Your Walls or Floors
Water is one of a home’s greatest enemies. Even a small leak behind a wall or under a floor can quietly create serious problems — from structural weakening and warped flooring to dangerous mould growth. Because the damage often develops out of sight, many homeowners...
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