Claim Procedure for Burst Geysers and Resultant Damages
To facilitate the claims process for burst geysers and
resultant damages, please follow the steps outlined below:
Required Documentation
- Claim
Form: Complete and sign the attached claim form. This form must be
submitted to Angor to initiate the claim process.
- Certificate
of Compliance (COC): If the claim involves a burst geyser, ensure to
obtain a COC Certificate and COC Invoice from the plumber attending to the
geyser replacement. The insurers will cover the cost of the COC up to
R650.00, including VAT.
- Supporting
Documents: If there are resultant water damages, the following
additional documents must be provided:
- Proof
that the cause of the leak has been resolved (invoice).
- Photographs
of all resultant damages needing repair.
- At
least two quotes for the repairs.
- Detailed
damage reports from contractors providing quotes.
Coverage Details
· Burst Geyser Coverage:
- Policies
will specify the maximum coverage amount for geyser replacement.
- The
applicable excess will also be detailed in the policy and will be the
responsibility of the claimant.
· Geyser Maintenance Coverage:
- Policies
will outline the maximum coverage limit for maintenance-related claims.
- The
policy will indicate the applicable excess, which is payable by the
claimant.

Important Notes
- Warranty:
KWIKOT geysers carry a 5-year warranty. If your geyser is KWIKOT and still
under warranty, repairs should be handled by the manufacturer. Contact
KWIKOT at 011 897 4600 for assistance. Insurance will not cover costs for
repairs or replacements still under guarantee.
- Owner
Responsibilities: Owners are responsible for the excess amounts as
well as any costs not covered by the insurance.
o For example, if the
plumber charges R10,500 for a 100L geyser, the policy limit is R10,000, and the
excess is R3,500, the owner must cover R500 in addition to the R3,500 excess.
o In this scenario,
the insurance would pay R10,000, minus the R3,500 excess, resulting in a
payment of R6,500. Therefore, the owner is also required to pay the additional
R500 to cover the plumber's invoice.
- Claim
Timeline: Claims must be submitted within 30 days from the date
of loss to the BC Insurance.
Contractor Quote Requirements for Resulting Damages
- The
quote must include:
- Name
and address of the complex and unit number.
- A
detailed description of the cause of damage (e.g., roof leak, burst
geyser, etc.).
- The
quote should be on the contractor's letterhead and accompanied by
photographs.
The insurance brokers will assess the submitted
documentation and inform you of the excess amount applicable to your claim.
If you have any questions regarding your coverage or need
assistance with a claim, please reach out to the ANGOR Team for support on insurance@angor.co.za.
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