If you are one of the many South Africans that are planning their great escape to another province to kickstart your holiday, there are a few cost-effective checks to do to help you enjoy each moment in peace. Here is our five handy checks to do before you go.
Get a reliable pet sitter
Sometimes we can't take our pets with us on holiday. It also means that they will need someone to check on them and keep them company while you are away. Finding a reliable pet sitter is crucial, even if it is a friend or relative that will stop to see that everything is ok. Give yourself ample time to find the right person who will take care of your pet.
Checks to do around the house
Some of these checks will need you to get them done in advance while others can be done on the day you leave to avoid having to face a shocking bill by the time you get back:
Make sure your insurance is up to date
Protect your wheels by making sure that your vehicle is covered and that your policy is up to date. It is also beneficial to make sure that any policy you may have before leaving is up to date and paid for i.e. life cover and funeral cover.
Take the car for servicing
Make sure that your wheels are in tip-top condition by taking your car for servicing before going on holiday. Leaving it until you come back may not only be expensive, but it could put your life and the lives of others at risk. A quick check and servicing by spotting small problems before they become big ones can be lifesaving and also cost-effective.
Keep your security updated
While you are away criminals will come out to play. Make sure that your home is not placed as a target, ensure that your security system is updated. Informing the security company that you will be away can also give you peace of mind knowing that your home will be monitored more frequently to avoid any unfortunate incidents.
