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Do's & Don'ts When Making A Home Insurance Claim

The Do's!

The Do's!

Put your personal safety first at all times.

Contact a plumber or builder if you need emergency repairs (in the event of water damage or a break-in)

Move soft furnishings or carpets to higher ground (in the event of water damage)

Try to take as many photos as you can of the scene using your mobile phone (from a safe place).

Put yourself in the hands of experts who are on your side. Call us on 1800 200 123

The Don'ts

The Don'ts

X Organise for non-emergency repairs without checking with us first.

X Employ any builders to start any structural repairs without our agreement.

X Throw away any paper work, you'll need this to support your claim

X Dispose of any damaged property until we have had the chance to examine it.

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