Holiday Buys & Happy Homes: Keep Your New Purchases and Guests Safe This Summer

December and January are all about new gadgets, festive gifts, and a house full of guests. It’s a great time of year but also when your home suddenly holds a lot more value and a lot more activity than usual. 

A few quick checks can help you keep everything and everyone safe, without taking the fun out of your summer.

Bought Something New? Make Sure It’s Protected

We often underestimate how much value we add to our homes over the holidays. TVs, laptops, jewellery, appliances, smart devices can quickly add up fast to your home contents value. 

Here’s how to keep your new purchases covered from day one:

• Take pics of receipts and keep them in one place
• Update your home contents value to ensure the value of all your latest purchases are included
• Add all-risk cover to items you take out the house like phones, watches, cameras
• Store hidden gifts safely until it’s time to open them

Hosting Guests? A Few Easy Precautions Go a Long Way

Holiday hosting can get busy and with more people around, the chances of small accidents become more likely. 

A quick home “guest-ready” check can save you a lot of hassle:

• Keep valuables and important items stored safely
• Make sure pool gates, nets, and walkways are secure
• Check that outdoor lights and steps are safe for evening gatherings
• Keep braai and kitchen areas clear when lots of people are helping out
• Add small safety touches if kids or elderly guests are visiting

Take a Minute to Review Your Cover

The end of the year is a great time to do a quick once-over of “Is everything in my home covered at today’s value?”, especially after new purchases. A small review will help you avoid underinsurance and lets you live in the moment, free from worry going into the new year. 

Enjoy Summer With Freedom

A few practical steps are all it takes to keep your festive season smooth, safe, and stress-free. Enjoy the celebrations and know your home and holiday purchases are safeguarded.