Consider this your friendly reminder that summer isn’t just about having fun in the sun. It’s also the season of hectic rains. (Trust us, we donned our weather goggles and checked it out.) So now we can say, with scientific confidence, that South Africa’s annual precipitation is 469.9mm, of which the highest rainfall occurs from November to March. Slap bang […]
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Protect your home from a fire hazard
House fires are scary. They’re also destructive. Some of our highest claims over the years have been from house fires, showing just how devastating these hazards can be. Sometimes they wipe out the home from top to bottom! We thought it would be a good idea to share how you can protect yourself and your loved ones from house fires. […]
Read moreHow to cope with power outages while you’re away
Seems like load shedding is back. And with it, all types of power outages. We’re trying to ignore it, but the thing is… Come December, while we’re off making merry away from home, the power could very well go out and this shoots up your risk as a homeowner. Why? Oh gosh, thanks for asking.
Read morePrevent holiday house break-ins
School holidays are a popular time for break-ins, so secure your home School holidays are here, which means it’s a good time to remind everyone that this is generally the best time for opportunistic thieves. A lot of South Africans escape normal life and head for the hills, the beach, the bush, or wherever they go for some good […]
Read moreKeep your house, family, and wallet safe this winter
You either love it or you hate, but 1 thing’s for sure… You can’t ignore it. That’s right, we’re talking about winter. The colder months bring delicious soups, roaring fires, and multiple snuggling opportunities. On the flip side, it also brings icy toes, higher electricity usage, and increased risks of damage to your home. We’re here to help you stay […]
Read moreProtect your home during the festive season
December has become synonymous with surf, family time, sunshine, summer fun… And crime. Unfortunately, our beautiful land is somewhat afflicted by an increase of burglaries and other serious crimes over the festive season. Coming home from your well-deserved time off can be a little sad. After all, it signifies the end of a memorable time. It can only be more […]
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