Building on Hillsides
Building on a hillside can cause additional risks. Read tips on how to help avoid claims, minimize future costs and maximize safety when building on a hillside from Travelers Canada.
Builder Safety
Tips for Builders & Developers
As a builder, you have several projects happening at once, and each project is a big investment on your time and resources. Guarantee the quality of your work. Read the Travelers Canada New Home Warranty builder bulletins and bring peace of mind to your projects.
Concrete Driveway Care
With proper upkeep concrete driveways can provide years of serviceability. Learn more about how to care and maintain a concrete driveway from Travelers Canada.
Surface Water Management
Managing surface water by directing water away from your home is the primary defense for keeping your basement dry and avoiding costly water damage. It is important to also consider where this water gets redirected to. Learn about managing surface water from Travelers Canada.
Decks with Cast-in-Place Concrete
Over the years, there has been a marked increase in structural failures as a result of cast-in-place concrete toppings on decks because concrete has a natural tendency to crack. Read more about how to prevent cracking concrete and tips for decks with concrete toppings.
Heat Recovery and Energy Recovery Ventilator
Building codes throughout Canada have been requiring increasingly more energy efficient homes in recent years. As a result, there have been greater performance requirements pertaining to the airtightness of homes and improved ventilation systems. Learn about heat recovery and energy recovery ventilators with Travelers Canada.
Exterior Posts
We're committed to educating our builders on ways to reduce claims and improve home construction. Exterior column failures can cause structural issues for homes. Read more about exterior posts and how to prevent structural concerns.
Tips to Maintaining Proper Humidity in Your Home
While some humidity inside the home is beneficial in terms of the health and comfort of the homeowners, too much humidity can cause issues within the home. Learn about managing humidity in your home from Travelers Canada.
Tips for Managing Rain in Your Attic in Your Home
Attic rain is caused by the rapid melting of excessive ice/frost in the attic of your home. In the winter months, this frost begins to accumulate when excess moisture enters an unconditioned attic. Learn more about how to properly manage rain in your attic.