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Who doesn't love a great Farmer's Market? Fresh fruit, veggies and baked goods can be found in abundance all over Ottawa. From our urban markets, to rural and even Gatineau, there's one close by!

Click here for the list of Farmer's Markets.

 

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With summer just around the corner, it's time to get your pool ready, if you haven't yet! From opening your pool for the season to monthly pool maintenance, you're covered with this checklist.

Click here for the Pool Maintenance Guide.

 

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Saturday, May 26 from 8:00 Am - 3:00 PM the Annual Great Glebe Garage Sale will take place. People from across Ottawa (and further) come to the event to enjoy the bargains, great finds and atmosphere.

Click here to for more information on the Annual Great Glebe Garage Sale!

 

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Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Ottawa has a host of events and activities for you to choose from. With something for everyone, you're sure to have fun!

Click here to discover what's happening in the capital. 

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Mother's Day is this Sunday, May 13th and there's lots to do in the Capital to celebrate how great Mom is! Take her to the Tulip Festival for beautiful sights or to the the House of Targ for arcade games and brunch - whatever Mom likes, there's something happening in the city that she'll love.

Click here for 8 fun ideas for Mother's Day in the Capital.

 

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When you are planning on purchasing a home, one of the most important things to have done is a home inspection. Many buyers don't think it's necessary, or is too expensive. But, having a thorough walk-through of the property will help pin point problems early on and save you money down the road. A home inspection will look beyond the cosmetics of the home and take a serious look at the home's systems (HVAC, wiring, plumbing) and structural aspects, like the roof.

Click here for more information on why you need a Home Inspection.

 

3 Tips For Making A Major Homeowners Insurance Claim

Home insurance is one of the costs that come with home ownership. You pay your premiums to your insurance company and when disaster strikes, you expect that they will pay for most, if not all of the bill.  But will they?

Here are 3 tips to help you get the most out of your homeowner’s insurance claim.  

• Know your limits, deductibles and what your coverage includes. Depending on your policy, your insurance company may or may not cover things like water damage. By reviewing your policy, you’ll know how much you can expect to pay out-of-pocket, which will help you decide which repairs are essential, and which can wait. You’ll also want to know whether your insurance company will pay actual cash value or replacement costs for personal property that has been damaged.  Cash value may not be enough to cover replacement costs so get the details before you rush out to replace everything.
• Document all of your damage. Take photos of EVERYTHING before you start cleaning up or starting any repairs.  Document damage to every item.  If you make any repairs before filing a claim, keep your receipts.  After you file your claim, typically your insurance company will send an adjuster to your home to provide an estimate of the damage, but this can be well after you’ve started the cleanup and repair process. Providing photos and documentation to your insurance company is essential to ensuring they can make the most accurate assessment of the damage.
• If you disagree with the insurance company’s estimate, and decide to dispute, know your rights under your policy. Usually there is an appeal procedure that should include your right to submit a second estimate by a public adjuster that you hire yourself.  This adjuster will work for you through the claim process to help ensure you get the full entitlement under your policy.