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Mother Nature can be unpredictable. Some storms can be intense, with strong winds and heavy rains causing instant and noticeable damage. Other times, storms may be less intense, but still cause damage you might not even think to check for, which can ultimately cause bigger problems later down the road.

It’s difficult to predict how strong a storm will be when it hits,t or how much damage will be caused, so it’s best to beprepared. Here are some of the most common signs of storm damage on homes, so you know what to look for next time your area is hit by severe weather.

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What are the most common damages after storms? 

Thunderstorms, hail, blizzards, ice storms, high winds, and heavy rain can develop quickly, with the extent of…

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Homeowners have felt the financial pinch of flooding and thus, have questions about floor insurance. Flooding has surpassed forest fire as Canada’s top cause of property damage. Six per cent—and up to 10 per cent—of homes across Canada are already uninsurable for flood risk.

As major floods have become more common in communities across Canada over the last decade, it has brought the issue into mainstream consciousness. However, despite growing awareness, homebuyers purchase homes in flood zones without knowing the risks and the protection they need.

With so many homeowners living in high-risk regions, we wanted to examine the importance of flood insurance and share tools that can help determine if you live in a high-risk area.

What is flood…

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