At Barker Insurance, we want to ensure you enjoy a stress-free holiday by making sure your insurance policy covers you while you’re away.

At the end of October, our personal team will begin the 2024 annual personal review, set to take effect on 1st December 2024. Our annual review is a detailed evaluation of approximately 2 500 private client policies.

Fire Ops SA, the firefighting service that we rely on as part of our Barker Fire Assist offering, has put together a checklist of safety practices that can help you become more vigilant and reduce the risk of fire in your home or business.

With the festive season less than a month away and the excitement of the Rugby World Cup still lingering, it’s easy to find the thoughts of us South Africans a bit scattered.

Amidst this festive cheer, however, the importance of safety and security becomes vital – a sentiment deeply rooted in our Barker values. On that note, here is some sage advice to take heed of to ensure these special times remain just that…

Creating a sense of empowerment among women begins with ensuring safety, being well-informed and looking out for one another in everyday life.

The past month of August celebrated the women in our communities, emphasising the importance of awareness around safety.

Insurance shouldn’t be a cost paid begrudgingly: when done right, it should provide comfort and peace of mind – an invaluable asset in these uncertain times.

But when cover is set up incorrectly and coverage is inadequate, underinsurance can cause uncertainty. stress, and even heartache.

With riots, looting, and violence taking place in many parts of the country, we would like to reassure our Barker clients and policyholders that we are all on standby 24/7 and ready to assist where possible.

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