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Help keep your property a safe haven

Your home is not only your refuge, but is probably your most valuable asset, as well. How do you safeguard that investment? By keeping it safe and well-maintained. As you plan to invest a little time in prevention and maintenance, we at Travelers Canada can help you keep your home the safe haven you cherish.

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8 Tips for First-Time Home Buyers

Before you buy your first home, make sure you’ve done your homework. Get first-time home buyer tips with this checklist from Travelers Canada.

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Moving Checklist and Calendar: How to Move in 30 Days

This day-by-day guide and checklist will help you pare down and pack all of your possessions, so you can move as efficiently and safely as possible.

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How to Pack for a Move

Knowing how to pack for a move can help make the moving process much easier. Follow these packing tips for moving.

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How to Help Prevent Water Damage

Knowing the causes of home water damage and signs of a problem can help prevent long-term problems. Learn how to prevent water damage with Travelers Canada.

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Tree Maintenance and Care

Tree maintenance and care can help prevent damage to your property caused by falling dead tree limbs. Learn more about tree maintenance from Travelers Canada.

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9 Home Security Tips

Wondering how to secure your home and prevent home break ins? Get tips on protecting your home from theft with simple security steps from Travelers Canada.

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5 Smart Home Automation Safety Tips

Home automation technology is on the rise, and with it, a number of new security and safety concerns.

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6 Home Renovations that Can Affect Your Insurance

What home renovations can change the amount of coverage you need? We cover six common scenarios that could affect your insurance, so you can plan ahead.

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Top Five Dangers to Your House

Water damage, roof damage, frozen pipes, theft and fire are some common risks facing homeowners. Learn how to help make your home less risky.

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What is Home Staging and What Does It Cost?

Home staging can come with countless benefits, but is it right for selling your home? This guide can help.

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How to Help Prevent House Fires

There are many causes of house fires, including faulty wiring, alternate heat sources, cooking and more.

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Preparing Your Home for Vacation

Protect your home from theft and damage while you are away on vacation.

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Why Home Insurance Premiums Are Rising and What You Can Do

Annual homeowners insurance premiums can increase. Learn what might be behind increasing homeowners insurance and what you can do to keep your homeowners insurance in check.

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Summer Home Maintenance Tips

Summer home maintenance can help keep your home safe from damage.

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Spring Home Maintenance Tips

Spring is a great time for routine maintenance both inside and outside of your home.

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4 Things Every Renter Needs to Know About Tenants Insurance

As you consider whether to buy renters insurance, here are four things you need to know about how a policy can compensate you for lost or damaged property.

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Fall Home Maintenance Tips

Follow these fall home maintenance tips to help prepare your home for the coming winter months.

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Why You Need a Tenants Insurance Policy

Insurance coverage can be daunting, especially for renters who don’t know that they need to protect their personal property. What is tenants’ insurance and why do you need it?

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5 Questions to Ask Your Moving Company

Read these five questions to ask a moving company to help make sure they're the best fit.

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10 Easy Renovations That Can Help Prep Your House for Sale

Selling a house can come down to just how appealing your home is to potential homebuyers. Check out these remodeling ideas to help increase your house’s selling potential.

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5 Tips to Protect Your Possessions with Valuable Items Insurance Coverage

Help protect personal items that may have limited coverage amounts or no coverage under your homeowners, condo or tenants’ insurance policy.

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Home Maintenance Checklist: 10 Easy Things to Do Monthly

Keep on top of common home maintenance tasks every month with this handy checklist.

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Types of Fire Extinguishers

Do you know which fire extinguisher to use, and when? Learn the types of fire extinguishers and the different kinds of fires they fight.

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10 Reasons to Get a Home Generator

Power outages can be a major inconvenience. Here are 10 reasons to consider if you're thinking about purchasing a home generator of your own.

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Pros and Cons of Buying a Fixer-Upper House

There are many things to consider with a fixer-upper home. Learn about the different types of fixer-uppers, their pros and cons and whether buying one makes sense for you.

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Working with a Home Inspector

A home inspection is an important part of the home-buying process. Here are some things to consider when working with a home inspector.

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Hiring a Contractor Checklist and Tips

Use our hiring a contractor checklist tips as a guide to help you when selecting a contractor.

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Fireplace Safety & Maintenance

Fireplace safety is very important to help prevent fires and injuries. Learn about fireplace maintenance and get fireplace safety information.

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Holiday Decorating Safety

From candle safety to electrical light safety, read this holiday decorating safety guide to help avoid injury or fire.

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Protecting Yourself from Holiday Scams

The season of giving makes you more vulnerable to holiday scams. Learn about common holiday scams and ways to protect yourself from fraud this year.

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How to Help Prevent Frozen Pipes

Wondering how to prevent frozen pipes this winter? Learn which pipes are most at risk and get tips on preventing frozen pipes.

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4 Smart Home Leak Detection Devices to Help Avoid Water Damage

Learn how to prevent costly water damage and protect your home and valuables with these four smart home water detection systems that help avoid leaks.

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How to Help Protect Your Smart Home from Hackers

Are you enjoying the convenience of a virtual assistant, smart appliance, smart home security or smart lighting? Here are some steps you can take to make it harder for your smart home to be hacked.

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Winter Home Maintenance Tips

From preventing frozen pipes to prepping an emergency kit, learn to protect your house through the winter with home maintenance tips from Travelers.

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How Water Sensors Can Help Prevent Costly Water Damage

Water sensors can help prevent costly water damage. Learn how water sensors work and where to place them in your home with tips from Travelers.