April weekends in South Africa are made for braais. The weather has cooled down a little, but not too much, the long weekends are plentiful, and the smell of sizzling meat and mielies is practically a national anthem. But with great braais comes great responsibility… Because nothing ruins a good time like a braai gone wrong.
These mishaps range from the minor (but no less devastating) situation where the dog nabs all the choice morsels to something more serious, like your verandah catching fire.
Here’s how to keep your braai safe, and how insurance can save the day if things do go up in smoke.
Fire happens, are you prepared?
A braai is basically controlled fire, and as much as we like to think we’re masters of the flame, accidents happen. All it takes is a gust of wind in the wrong direction to spark the tablecloth and set things in motion, or for 1 of your guests to trip and knock the braai, sending a few coals shooting out. Maybe you get them all, maybe 1 is hiding behind the chair and slowly burning through the carpet.
Let’s not even get started on what could happen if your braai station is under a thatch roof.
While insurance has your back, a little caution goes a long way:
- Keep your braai away from walls and fences: Flames can spread faster than you think.
- Never leave it unattended: Not even for “just a minute.”
- Have water or sand nearby: In case your boerewors decides to start a fire of its own.
- Watch out for kids and pets: They’re curious, fast, and often oblivious to the risks.
Let’s talk insurance for a sec
If you’ve got buildings insurance and home contents insurance, then you’re a step ahead. Both of these policies include cover for fire-related damage. This way, if a stray ember sets your patio furniture alight or a grease fire damages your outdoor kitchen, you can rely on the king to have your back and pay for the repairs.
A few points:
- Building insurance will cover the repairs for structural damage, like your roof.
- Home contents insurance is what you need to claim for your damaged items, like your braai, carpets, and chairs.
- If you have thatched roofing, then you’ll need to tell us so we can accommodate the extra risk.
When things get… Out of hand
It’s not just the risks related to the actual fire that you need to worry about. Picture this: Someone trips over a power cable and smashes your flat-screen TV. Hey, these things happen when you have friends over to have a good time. These are also the kinds of accidents that make home contents and portable possessions insurance essential.
So, home contents is the policy you’d claim from for your goodies that belong in your home. And then there are the valuables that you usually take out of the house, and that’s where the king’s portable possessions insurance comes into play. This is the policy you’d turn to for the items you take out of the house.
When braai season gets messy, the king’s cover cleans up
Braais are about fun, food, and great company. So, don’t let accidents put a damper on your plans. With the right cover, you can focus on the sizzle without stressing about the “what-ifs.”
Explore our website today to check your cover, get a commitment-free quote, and once you’ve got the right cover in place… You can let the good times roll, safely.
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