Secure Home Insurance
Homeowner’s insurance in South Africa is designed to cover the physical structure of your home and permanent fixtures against a range of risks such as fire, lightning, explosions, earthquakes, and storms. It often includes protection for other liabilities, like injuries that may occur on your property.
Additionally, it can offer coverage for specific issues like geyser and electrical problems, and it may include provisions for emergency repairs to prevent further damage to your home.
Yes, most lenders require borrowers to have homeowners insurance as a condition of the home loan. This protects the lender’s interest in the property in case of damage or loss.
Building insurance covers the physical structure of the home against risks such as fire, flooding, and vandalism. Most lenders require borrowers to have building insurance as part of their home loan agreement to protect the property’s value.
Yes, owners of sectional title properties are typically required to contribute to a homeowners’ association (HOA) or body corporate, which may provide insurance coverage for the building structure and common areas. However, individual unit owners may still need to arrange insurance for their personal belongings and any improvements made to the unit.