Winter is here, and with it comes the potential for significant snow and ice accumulation on our roofs. The weight of snow load on a roof can be dangerous, potentially leading to structural damage or even roof collapse. Here’s what you need to know about safely removing snow load from your roof. The first step… Read more »
Don`t let the stress of a roadside breakdown get the better of you. Keep these valuable pointers in mind “before” your vehicle is towed! Stay calm. Do not allow a tow truck to hook up your vehicle without receiving written documentation of the cost of the tow and where the vehicle will be towed. Stay… Read more »
Your home’s sump pump is the first line of defence against encroaching water If you have a wet basement getting the water out or stopping it from coming in is job number one. Historically, it was mostly rural homeowners who appreciated the value of a sump pump. However, with today’s ever-changing weather patterns, more and… Read more »
Winter brings one of the worst enemies for your roof: ice dams. These are continuous chunks of ice that form along the edges and in the valleys of your roof. While frozen, they’re no trouble. But during the warmer periods of a winter day, water melting off the roof pools behind the ice, then seeps… Read more »
For over 125 years Grenville Mutual has been committed to protecting you, our Members, through the most difficult of times. This year was no different. At the height of the 2020 pandemic, hundreds of people stepped up to help those around them. These ordinary people and local groups quickly leaned in to help, and many… Read more »
Household fires are devastating. Every year, they cause significant damage, destroying valuable possessions that cannot be replaced, and in the worst cases, can cause serious injuries or claim lives. The most common cause of kitchen fires is from cooking with oil or grease. This type of fire is one of the fastest spreading and most… Read more »
Best laid plans to extend the reach of an electrical appliance might just go up in smoke. Electrical fires due to faulty wiring are one of the most common causes of fires in both homes and buildings. And, they are completely preventable. Use extension cords only temporarily and with care. Voltage decreases over distance and… Read more »
Today, with so many electrical appliances, connected devices, electronics, and special lighting available to us, it is doubtful that any of us lives a minimalist lifestyle. Just like you, your home must keep up with those energy needs by safely providing the electricity that your modern lifestyle demands. Your home’s electricity is supplied by the… Read more »
Agriculture ranks among the most hazardous industries. About three-quarters of agricultural deaths reported annually in Canada are equipment-related, with the top three most common sources of injury being rollovers, run-overs and entanglements. During harvest, countless hours will be spent in combines, tractors, trucks, mowers and other equipment by farmers and workers who will be using… Read more »
Heavy machinery – especially farming equipment – takes constant upkeep so it’s in good working order when you need it most. Spending a little time maintaining your fleet before and after you’ve been in the field will decrease your chances of a breakdown – or worse, a piece of equipment going up in smoke. Keep… Read more »